Monthly Archives: December 2014

Hubway Ready To Close Boston Stations For The Winter

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Boston Biker

TweetEven though its been another one of those spooky warm winters, Boston Hubway station are still closing down on the 31st, from the email: —————– BOSTON-BASED STATIONS TO CLOSE FOR WINTER ON 12/31 Cambridge-based stations to remain open year-round SYSTEM … Continue reading →

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Look What I Got! New Bikey Face Book!

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Boston Biker

Tweet   Someone got me the Bikey Face Book for Baby Jesus capitalism day!!!  Get your own here! Its so well done, and funny, and the perfect book for anyone looking to get started with cycling, or anyone who appreciates … Continue reading →

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Charles River Wheelmen: New Years Day Ride

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Boston Biker

TweetFrom the email, looks fun:   On New Year’s Day morning starting at 11:00 from Park Street Station on Boston Common, Charles River Wheelmen run a nice, leisure, first day of the year 20 mile ride though some of Boston’s … Continue reading →

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Bicycle Bandits Should Avoid Motor Vehicles

Posted on December 29, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetSurprisingly, the use of a bicycle as a getaway vehicle is on the rise. This is probably because robbers can’t flee quickly enough on foot, and a motor vehicle would be too easy to identify. A bicycle provides the best … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year!

Posted on December 27, 2014 by Boston Biker

TweetI am away from the computer until after the new year but wanted to wish you all happy cycling and a safe and fun new year!  My new years resolution is the same as last year, RIDE BIKES EVERY DAY!!! … Continue reading →

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With The Advent Of Motorized Vehicles Came The Concept Of Traveling Out Of The Way

Posted on December 22, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetOne thing about riding a bicycle is that most cyclists try to find the most direct route to their destination. The shorter the route, the easier it will be physically, barring the existence of steep hills, for them to get … Continue reading →

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With The Advent Of Motorized Vehicles Came The Concept Of Traveling Out Of The Way

Posted on December 22, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetOne thing about riding a bicycle is that most cyclists try to find the most direct route to their destination. The shorter the route, the easier it will be physically, barring the existence of steep hills, for them to get … Continue reading →

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Humans Creating Divisions Among Themselves And Drawing Comparisons

Posted on December 18, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetIf there’s one thing humans like to do, it’s categorize people. Everything from race to religion, height, weight, age, gender, ethnicity, ability, talent and achievement — to name a few — are considered. Once everyone is classified into at least … Continue reading →

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How To Almost Kill Someone: Right Hook Edition

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Boston Biker

TweetIf you drive a car, you need to see this video.  I got this from Ian yesterday. From Ian I got right hooked in a bike lane this morning on Beacon St in Somerville, MA, and got the entire thing … Continue reading →

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Narrow-Gauge Rail Trail, Bedford: safer to walk across the street?

Posted on December 16, 2014 by jsallen

TweetThe photo below, from summaer 2011, is a cylindrical panorama: Hillside Road, at the right, is at a right angle to Route 4-225 (the Great Road) at the left. The Narrow Gauge Rail Trail runs from front to rear in … Continue reading →

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