Sure, Black Friday is the high feast of a consumerist society. But rather than a once-a-year Buy Nothing Day, what we need is a healthier view of shopping.
Continue reading...23 October, 2010
A simple way to avoid ‘dooring’ cyclists
Dooring is one of urban cycling’s hazards. But here’s a simple tip for motorists that can reduce the chance of opening a door in front of an oncoming rider.
Continue reading...15 September, 2010
Five tips from a former bike thief (and one from me)
Omar Aziz is a former bike thief, trying to make amends by sharing five tricks of the trade. And while I don’t steal bikes, I have one for you, too.
Continue reading...27 March, 2010
Killing the Bicycle Buddha
ESPN host Tony Kornheiser’s anti-bicycle rant was offensive. But what can it us about motorist attitudes — and our own? Must we kill bicycle culture, just to save it?
Continue reading...27 January, 2010
Why I quit FriendFeed
After a couple of years on FriendFeed, I’ve thrown in the towel and deleted my account. Here’s why.
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