Comments on: Event Friday: In Pursuit of a Streets Revolution

By: Daniel Norton

Daniel Norton — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 22:53:43 +0000

@Ed, I agree with you except that normal cyclists should also be wearing helmets IMO.

By: Ed

Ed — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 15:59:18 +0000

Look forward to reading the book. But I wish they chose a more normal looking cyclist for the cover - people won't start cycling if they feel you have to 'special cycling clothing' -- shorts (are those lycra?) and a helmet and and clip in shoes. How about someone riding a city bike in normal clothes?
Also, I feel branding it as a revolution complete with la bandera rosa is a little off-putting to potential cyclists.

By: Clarence Eckerson Jr.

Clarence Eckerson Jr. — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 00:46:03 +0000

Who's going Friday? Jeff's an awesome guy, I plan on it.

By: Josh

Josh — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:42:46 +0000

edit - Nice review Jen Petersen. I am not one for proofreading.

By: Josh

Josh — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:41:34 +0000

Sounds interesting. Where do things like Critical Mass fall in this critique? I am definitely a past participator but completely disenchanted by the state of public demonstration. Beyond the aspects of mental masturbation its has been effectively neutralized. Sure a conversation for another time but i am always curious to see how those things play into movements and their current incarnations.
I will definitly read this book. I am especially interested in the cities that are urban sprawl meccas and their cycling communities, especially compared to places like portland or new york.
Nice revie Jen Peterson.

By: Mitch

Mitch — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 22:28:59 +0000

In America, we spend more on dental research than traffic safety research.

Unfortunately, our inattention to bicylists' needs can sometimes lead to situations where that dental research comes in handy. That's what happened to my wife once.

By: bc

bc — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:42:30 +0000

Looks good, look forward to reading it.....HEY JEN, from Bill's friend, Bill