Monthly Archives: September 2008

Bike Polo: How to!

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Padraic

Wired, as part of its ongoing “how-to” wikis, looks at playing bike polo. We’ve previously talked about bike-polo in Ottawa. I particularly enjoy the hipster/non-hipster gear requirements.

Posted in Bike Sports | 1 Comment

Unfortunate

Posted on September 18, 2008 by Padraic

A teenage cyclist in Ottawa’s west end is seriously injured after being hit by a cab. There isn’t really much more to say other than hopefully the injuries aren’t permanent and that she recoveres quickly. What I do find interesting … Continue reading →

Posted in safety | Tagged | 6 Comments

The safety of crowds

Posted on September 14, 2008 by Padraic

I can’t find a source, but I recall reading predictions from early in the summer of an increase in bicycle accidents due to high oil prices increasing ridership. That seemed plausible enough, but a study from the University of New … Continue reading →

Posted in commuting , other cities , safety , statistics | 1 Comment

Cycling plan budget threats

Posted on September 4, 2008 by Padraic

I’m sure that this will be the first in a series. The Citizen has a story today highlighting the results of contract arbitration between the city and the firefighters union. I won’t comment on the merits of it because I … Continue reading →

Posted in budget , city council , cycling plan | 2 Comments