Some who have traveled to Europe may have seen this in action, but for those who have not and as an added visual for our toolbox I pass along these videos.
Very interesting and versatile treatment – Intersections may look cramped but seem to work well. Articulated bus shown in 2nd video doesn’t seem to have trouble negotiating the turn without jumping the curb. Possible design solutions for several difficult junctions in Santa Monica including the Esplanade Design Project downtown.
Monthly Archives: September 2012
Tour de Fat is coming back to LA! September 15th
Hold on tight, Los Angeles, there’re headed back for another round! New Belgium Brewing’s cycling circus, Tour de Fat, is coming back to L.A. Saturday 9/15 at L.A.State Historic Park. Tour de Fat rookies and veterans alike are encouraged to grab a bike and join us for a whimsical day of entertainment and two-wheeled revelry, all while raising money for C.I.C.L.E., Bicycle Kitchen and Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition.
For those who haven’t experienced Tour de Fat, it is a thrilling rite of passage that includes an unparalleled costumed bicycle parade, New Belgium beer, eccentric entertainment, local food trucks, unusual bike contests culminating in the pinnacle of Tour de Fat is the ceremonious car-for-bike trade and SO much more.
The Bike Parade begins at 11 am from L.A State Historic Park, but be there early to register.
Feeder ride to Tour de Fat LA from Santa Monica, leaves 8am from the Pier.
Led by Santa Monica Spoke
Portland comes to Santa Monica, Dinner & Bikes (& Cupcakes) 2012
Dinner & Bikes (& Cupcakes)Â 2012
Friday, September 14th
Dinner bell rings at 7pm
Dinner & Bikes (&Cupcakes) 2012
*New Presentation by nationally recognized writer on cycling Elly Blue of “Taking the Lane” on the economic benefits of bicycle transportation for local economies.
*View extended film excerpt of Aftermass, an origin story of Portland’s bicycle culture and infrastructure & a new short film “One Less Truck” a heartwarming tale about a classic car mechanic turned on to cargo biking by documentarian and founder of Microcosm Publishing Joe Biel
*Gourmet vegan dinner prepared by Traveling Celebrity Vegan Chef Josh Ploeg
and AWESOME VEGAN CUPCAKESÂ baked again by Santa Monica Spoke’s Director Cynthia Rose.
PLUS Prize drawings and Door Prizes!
Please support our local efforts with a $5.00 suggested donation. Don’t miss out –
Click  RSVP – list the names of those who will attend
See facebook event here
Stay tuned for updates
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