March 2019
Articles
E-Scooters and Cyclists
By Ken Christensen and Russ Hymas
As cyclists and car drivers we are very familiar with the term “share the road.†But until recently, we didn’t think this included e-scooters. If you’ve walked or driven around Salt Lake City, Reno, Oakland, or Boise lately, you’ve...
3
min.
Mechanic's Corner: Shifting Business – Rear Derailleur Discussion
By Eric Ramirez
In previous installments of the Mechanic's Column, we’ve talked about wheel bearings, bottom brackets, and drivetrain. The bike has to be solid...
5
minutes
How Much Regulation Does Dockless Bike Share Need?
By Charles Pekow
New as it is, docked bikesharing may be obsolete. Replacement with dockless systems means less involvement from local governments, who traditionally have...
1
minute
How Safe Are Roundabouts for Cyclists?
By Charles Pekow
Crash reports from the United States don't show that roundabouts have been particularly hazardous for bicyclists. Advantages include the fact that motorists...
2
minutes
5 Great Northern Utah Century Rides
By David Collins -
Northern Utah is blessed with iconic geography, famous resorts and gentrified mountain towns. Although these rides include stunning scenery, they often...
13
minutes
Tour of the Gila
By Joe "Metal Cowboy" Kurmaskie
I'm just another traveller
On another winding road
I'm trying to walk some kind of line
I'm trying to pull some kind of...
28
minutes
Senate Bill Would Improve Road Safety in Indian Reservations
By Charles Pekow
Finally, Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) got another measure through committee that Congress failed to pass last year. The Senate Committee on Indian...
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minutes