Author: angela olson

angela olson

Pronouns: she/her

I've been the Deputy Director at the Bicycle Alliance of MN (BikeMN) for the past three years, supporting biking, walking, and rolling across the state through education and advocacy. I'm a daily e-bike rider living in South Minneapolis with my dog, Princess Leia. Let's Roll!

Jo Anne and her best “biking buddy”. Credit Jo Anne Judge-Dietz

The Aunties of Active Mobility: Jo Anne, Jan, and Amy

angela olson • September 23, 2026

This is the final piece in an ongoing series about femme/trans/women (FTW) folks working on and practicing active transportation and helping all of us feel and be more safe.

The Aunties of Active Mobility: Alice and Reyna

angela olson • December 4, 2025

Profiling two auntie-advocates whose community-rooted biking leadership in Duluth and Minneapolis strengthens active transportation networks, challenges inequity, and expands mobility access across Minnesota.

Demonstrating the art and science of bike maintenance. Photo: Christina Montoya

Aunties of Active Mobility: Biking for All

angela olson • August 4, 2025

A duo of aunties (Cristina Montoya and Laura “Pacha” Galaviz) continue their journey for active mobility in part 3 of our series.

Aunties of Active Mobility Roll On: Rose and Laura

angela olson • June 4, 2025

The second “Aunties of Active Mobility” stars both a relative newbie (Rose, now an instructor) and seasoned veteran (Laura, of cargo bike fame).

Photo by Victoria Prymak on Unsplash

The Aunties of Active Mobility

angela olson • May 6, 2025

Part one of a series of interviews with femme/trans/women (FTW) advocates in transportation, whether walking, biking or using transit.

Photo by Axel Brunst on Unsplash

Find the E-Bike That’s Right for You!

angela olson • December 24, 2024

With three different classes, a range of prices and multiple options at every bike store, electric bikes require careful shopping.