For people on bikes, the road itself is the most important piece of equipment. Whether you feel fast and relaxed or tense and fatigued depends far less on your derailleur and far more on speed limits,… How Road Design Affects Cycling Speed, Stress & Comfort
Pairing public transit with bikes is the fastest, most flexible way to cover door-to-door trips without the cost or stress of driving. It solves the first/last-mile gap, widens your job and errand catchment, and often cuts total travel time—especially where transit… Public Transit + Bikes: How to Combine Modes Without the Hassle
Cities often budget for roads, traffic signals, and snow removal—but the real bill for car dependency is far larger and hides in plain sight: lost time, health harms, climate damages, crash costs, foregone tax base, and the staggering land and… The True Cost of Car Dependency: What Cities Don’t Calculate
Road users outside vehicles—cyclists, people on scooters, and walkers—remain vulnerable during overtakes. Final federal crash data show 1,166 cyclists were killed in 2023, with an estimated 49,489 injured—levels not seen since the 1980s. Overall U.S. roadway deaths fell… Safe Passing Laws Explained: How 3 Feet (or More) Saves Lives
Sidewalk cycling—the practice of riding a bicycle on the sidewalk—often sparks debate. While cyclists might view it as a safer alternative to busy roads, regulations vary widely and risks can be substantial. This article dives… Sidewalk Cycling: When It’s Legal, When It’s Risky, and Alternatives
Small drops in impact speed dramatically cut the risk of people being killed or seriously injured. A driver hitting someone at 30 mph has a vastly higher chance of causing severe harm than at 20… Traffic Calming That Actually Works Speed Humps, Chicanes & Narrowing
When speeds fall, crash severity plummets. Citywide 20 mph programs have delivered large injury reductions (e.g., ~42% fewer collisions on 20 mph streets in Edinburgh; citywide fatal injuries down ~63% in another analysis). Pairing lower… School-Zone Safety Makeover Drop-Off Lanes, Crossings & Speed Limits
In 2025, the urban planning world is shifting: parking minimums, once ubiquitous, are being scrapped in favor of people-focused mobility. Cities recognize that mandating excessive off-street parking inflates housing costs, drives sprawl, and eats public… Parking Reform For People-First Streets From Minimums To Mobility
Walking and biking are often framed as leisurely activities or fitness routines. But in reality, they’re fundamental to economic mobility, public health, and community equity. For many, particularly in underserved neighborhoods, walking and biking are… Health & Equity Removing Barriers to Walking/Biking in Underserved Areas
