UP3 #1: Sara Catherine Jenks
Three questions for a dedicated cycling and urban activist in Rochester
Tag: biking
When New Design Fails Us
On the outskirts of Rochester, a new traffic pattern poses a serious danger to pedestrians
Living Your Local: Paying Respect To The “Average” Urbanist
They might not chair a foundation, but they are the wave of palpable positivity in our urban fabric
The Worst Bike Lane In New York
Even if you’re not a cyclist, this is almost comical
374 Miles on an Electric Bike
My electric bike is one of the best things I’ve ever purchased. Here’s why.
No Margin for Error
Lack of patience for urban innovation often spells doom for transit projects that experience growing pains
Two Simple Steps To Your Cycling Resolution
Two super easy steps to help anyone appreciate cycling as an occasional form of transit
Nobody Is Trying To Take Away Your Cars
Evan urbanists accept the car will always be king. That doesn’t mean we don’t need to make improvements.
Breaking The Law On My Bike & Why You Shouldn’t Care
Even the safest driver is far more of a safety hazard than a cyclist who breaks the law
When Biking Feels Like Transit
Rochester’s new urban bike path provides transit-like connectivity for very little money
Genesee Street, Utica: The Perfect Road Diet Candidate
Taking Genesee Street down to 2 lanes would create a strong foundation for growth
It’s Easy Seeing Green
Rochester sends a message of support for city life with a flurry of new bike lanes and cycle paths
College Town & The Money Island
Rochester’s College Town is an example of why “Money Islands” simply don’t work.
Why Are There So Many Bikes At Your Summer Festival?
Why are there always more bike riders at downtown festivals? Because driving and parking is such a hassle.
A City Without Blame
Designing cities to prevent the traditional urban problems without placing blame