Posts about 'Video'

Bicycle Count Data

Posted on 18. Jan, 2011 by Melanie Colavito.

The city of Utrecht in the Netherlands is currently counting cyclists and “bicycle volume to see if cycling policies and infrastructure are still adequate” according to Mark Wagenbuur via David Hembrow’s blog.  The bicycle counts in Utrecht are in a similar vein to some other data collection activities that are going on in other places in order to analyze cyclist behavior to determine if infrastructure and policies towards cycling are working.

This video shows the average volume of cyclists at different locations throughout Utrecht.  What I found most interesting about the video is that the area shown in the video near Utrecht University isn’t the location the highest volume of cyclists in the city.  Here in Tucson, Arizona, the University of Arizona campus tends to generate the highest volume of cyclists, according to local bike count data.  Anyone care to speculate on that difference?

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A Lifelong Bike Commuter

Posted on 13. Jan, 2011 by Melanie Colavito.

Need a little inspiration for your commute by bike this week?  Dr. Maren Pedersen shares her lifelong story as a bike commuter in this video.  She is quite the inspiration!  Enjoy!

Via EcoVelo.

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Meet the Met

Posted on 12. Jan, 2011 by Melanie Colavito.

I just stumbled upon this great video about an event called Meet the Met, which took place back in June on the Metropolitan Branch Trail near Washington D.C.  The event showed the communities around the trail some of the benefits of the space, as well as walking or cycling for community and personal health.  The event was co-hosted by Rails to Trails Conservancy as part of National Trails Day.  The video is one that I wanted to share, because it really highlights a lot of the benefits of a trail like the Metropolitan Branch Trail for many facets of a community and the people who live there.  It’s an encouraging video.

Meet the Met from Rails-to-Trails Conservancy on Vimeo.

I found this video in an article titled “People riding bikes aren’t jerks, they’re just like you“.  I do recommend giving it a read, as well.

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Cargo Bike Designed for a Dog

Posted on 10. Jan, 2011 by Ted Johnson.

This is a DIY freight bike designed by Drew Devereux for a particular passenger, Sadie, Drew’s 10-year old dog. [Via BikeHacks]

Drew writes in his blog:

I wanted a load carrying bike where I could put her in front so I can watch her and give her a pat on the head every now and then. Having her in a trailer behind me would not do. It would be like going on a road trip with your dog locked in the trunk of the car. That rules out trailers and all the rear load carrying bikes.

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The Tiny House Movement

Posted on 05. Jan, 2011 by Ted Johnson.

This segment of Fixing the Future features a tiny home towed behind a bike.

Fixing the Future is a one-hour PBS special, developed in collaboration with YES! Magazine, that profiles people and communities using innovative approaches to create jobs and build sustainable prosperity in our new economy.

In this segment, host David Brancaccio talks with people who have chosen to downsize their homes and offices to prioritize what they really need.

Brancaccio wisecracks that the trailer “looks disturbingly like a CAT Scan machine.” Watch the video for more zingers. The bike trailer appears at 00:56.

Watch the full episode. See more NOW on PBS.

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Utility Cycling in the Snow

Posted on 22. Dec, 2010 by Ted Johnson.

In Utrecht, the temperature hasn’t been above freezing for more than a week.

How do utility cyclists cope? Watch this video taken by YouTube user markenlei.

Although there are fewer cyclists because of the snow, still many of the Dutch prefer to take their bike for their usual journeys even in these conditions. If cycling is for utility reasons you are less likely to change your behavior because of the weather.

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Ktrak

Posted on 22. Dec, 2010 by Stacey Moses.

Ever feel like barreling down a snow covered mountain on your bike? It’s not something that I dream about very often, admittedly, but the Ktrax kit definitely made me long for lots of layers and a place to try this thing out. The Ktrax looks very easy to install, and just as easy to ride if you can locate a snowy mountain and don’t mind falling over once in awhile. While the Ktrax most likely cannot be used to deliver groceries or to commute to work (unless perhaps you live on Mont Blanc), it is still an inventive and exciting addition to the many ways that we can use bicycles.

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New Bike/Ped Tunnel In Marin County

Posted on 20. Dec, 2010 by Melanie Colavito.

Earlier this week, Streetfilms reported on recent opening of the Cal Park Tunnel in Marin County, CA. The tunnel provides a quicker and more efficient route for bicyclists and pedestrians traveling between the cities of San Rafael and Larkspur. That, and the new tunnel is state-of-the-art with a ventilation system, security cameras, cell phone reception, and emergency call buttons. It is really nice to see success stories like this that truly benefit bicyclists and pedestrians and mobility in general.

There are some great comments from the likes of Tim Blumenthal of Bikes Belong, local district members and advocacy groups, and many more. Are there any such success stories where you live? Enjoy!

Cal Park Tunnel Opens! from Streetfilms on Vimeo.

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Wheels4Life

Posted on 09. Dec, 2010 by Melanie Colavito.

Change Your Life, Ride a Bike recently posted this neat video about the Wheels4Life charity, which is a non-profit that works to bring bicycles to developed countries where people really need them for transportation. The mobility offered by a bicycle in some places can make a huge difference in a person’s life and that of their family, as it allows for more efficient travel to nearby places for work, medical care, shopping, and more. The charity is spearheaded by mountain bike legend Hans Rey. Enjoy!

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