Closed Bridges: How to Bike Across a River in 2025
This summer, cyclists will need to plan carefully if they hope to cross the Mississippi or Minnesota rivers. Here’s a rundown all the bridge closures.
Category: Bicycling
Garages Can Open for Bikes, Too!
For those fortunate enough to have access to them, garages can offer a secure, dry and tidy space to store bikes.
Walk the Talk: Central Avenue, Carshare and Racial Covenants
Roundup of opportunities including registration for a four-day bike ride, webinars on carshare services and racial housing covenants, and indoor walking events.
Shopping for Used Bike Parts in the Twin Cities
Buying used bike parts is an affordable way to build or repair a bike. At least, if you know where to look.
Views Before and After: Building a 66th Street for All
Richfield’s street redesigns to improve safety for bicyclists and pedestrians are up for a Strong Towns award. Vote by Thursday, March 6, at noon!
The Early Morning Paper Route: Musings of Life In Hayden Heights
Reminiscing on the history of St. Paul’s neighborhoods, the importance of getting involved in your community, and other small moments.
E-Bikes Mean Freedom for Low-Vision Bicyclists
Recently enacted and proposed regulations requiring licenses or insurance for e-bike riders threaten a vital transportation lifeline for Americans who can’t drive.
Bike Theft, Part 2: The Best Defense
Until we have better data on bike thefts in the Twin Cities and more robust deterrence from law enforcement, the onus of prevention lies on owners.
Behind the Scenes of a Neighborhood Bike Theft
When a neighbor gets her bike stolen out of a locked garage while she’s out of town, what does a good friend do? Investigate, and ask questions.
2024: A Personal Transportation Year in Review
From daily commutes to cross-country flights, Alicia Valenti tracked every mile she traveled in 2024 and shares her year in review.