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Forum: Great Lakes
03-14-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 160
Posted By detroitjim

Mi: Bridge over Clinton River Spillway on Jefferson

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Bridge will be upstream of the Jefferson Ave bridge. It will connect to the existing...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-16-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 209
Posted By detroitjim

Survey: Gordie Howe Bridge MUP

After initially posting in my regional section . I thought that input from my fellow cyclists would be a net positive for their research .
No matter where they resided .

The Gordie Howe...
Forum: Great Lakes
02-16-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 205
Posted By detroitjim

Survey: Gordie Howe Bridge MUP

The Gordie Howe International Bridge project includes a dedicated, toll-free, multi-use path that will accommodate two-way pedestrian and cyclist traffic across the Windsor-Detroit border once...
Forum: Great Lakes
01-31-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 858
Posted By detroitjim

Bicycle accidents increase drastically in Michigan, study says

In the past three years, Michigan has seen a 64% increase in bicycle accidents that resulted in fatalities. There were 1,340 traffic crashes involving bicyclists in 2022 and from 2020 to 2022, 103...
Forum: Great Lakes
01-05-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 390
Posted By detroitjim

Hamtramck MI: Joe Louis Greenway meeting 1/10/2024

Bicycle Trail: Do you perambulate through alleyways?
Would you care to voice your desire for safe cycling spaces throughout the city?
Consider attending the public discussion about the proposed...
Forum: Great Lakes
12-30-23, 04:46 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 240
Posted By detroitjim

Detroit: 2023 additions to biking infrastructure

Greenway Openings

Southwest Greenway – This 0.6-mile rail-trail sibling of the Dequindre Cut opened in May and provides a very convenient connection between Corktown and the RiverWalk. This also...
Forum: Great Lakes
11-15-23, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,148
Posted By detroitjim

First posted this 20 months ago. The project...

First posted this 20 months ago.

The project is in the design phase. Jason Castor, Sterling Heights' development director, said he expects construction to begin in 2024, perhaps in the summer or...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-20-23, 06:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By detroitjim

Tomorrow!!!!

Tomorrow!!!!
Forum: Great Lakes
09-24-23, 08:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 273
Posted By detroitjim

SE MI:Feedback sought on proposed HCMA trail connections

Macomb County has a great trails network and Huron-Clinton Metroparks is looking to make it better.

What do you think?

Imagine the experience residents of southeast Michigan can have once all...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-22-23, 04:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By detroitjim

Grand Opening of the Uniroyal Promenade ...

Grand Opening of the Uniroyal Promenade
Saturday, October 21
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mt. Elliott Park
110 Mt. Elliott Street
10 a.m.
Brief Remarks and Ribbon Cutting
10:30 a.m.
Stroll Across the...
Forum: Great Lakes
08-14-23, 09:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 780
Posted By detroitjim

Detroit: Riverwalk east to open in October

Took them long enough! Over six years .

Mt Elliot Park to Gabriel Richard Park approximately 2300 feet.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-06-23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,116
Posted By detroitjim

It can happen to anyone ...foot plant fail

Can't tell if shes clipped in or not,I don't think so.

Been a while since it happened to me. I was clipped in. Stopped for a traffic signal . It was in slow motion.(Still can replay it in my...
Forum: Great Lakes
07-05-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 517
Posted By detroitjim

Business Case says build The Great Lakes Way

A new study makes a compelling case for how The Great Lakes Way – an interconnected set of greenways and water trails stretching from southern Lake Huron through western Lake Erie – enriches quality...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-09-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 643
Posted By detroitjim

Mi:Pleasant Ridge to start cycletrack construction

Pleasant Ridge cycle track project to start this summer
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x723/pr_cycle_track_03cc1b193a12736c35af86de74831c94daceb969.gifPLEASANT RIDGE — The...
Forum: Great Lakes Rides and Events
06-06-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 661
Posted By detroitjim

Mi:Madison Heights Bike Rodeo 6/10/2023

MADISON HEIGHTS — The Madison Heights Police Department will hold a Bike Rodeo June 10 with giveaways and safety checks as part of an effort to build bonds with the people they serve.

“Residents...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-05-23, 10:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 786
Posted By detroitjim

I've only mapped a route. It is 180 miles up to...

I've only mapped a route. It is 180 miles up to Alger for me. I'm a lot further east but near 8mile. Estimating that the distance for you is approximately 200 miles, three days will make it an easy...
Forum: Great Lakes
05-03-23, 07:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 813
Posted By detroitjim

Birmingham MI: New shared use path

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BIRMINGHAM — Around the beginning of May, the city of Birmingham is set to start a...
Forum: Great Lakes
05-03-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 796
Posted By detroitjim

Detroit:SW Greenway Grand Opening 5-24-2023

Only took an extra 18 months from the first completion estimate.

Original Thread: https://www.bikeforums.net/great-lakes/1212694-detroit-may-creek-greenway.html
...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-08-23, 09:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 759
Posted By detroitjim

Dce

Did you go to the Q&A session tonight regarding the Dequindre cut extension?

Completely forgot about it.


In the event you did ....any real questions answered? Or information that's worthy...
Forum: Touring
03-06-23, 08:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,813
Posted By detroitjim

This site right? Happens to me all the time....

This site right?
Happens to me all the time. Sign right back in again and back arrow(previous page) a couple of times ....it's still there(as long as you don't close that browser).
Forum: Great Lakes
02-28-23, 03:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 646
Posted By detroitjim

Mi: Belle Isle Multimodal Mobility Survey

The MDNR is studying ways to improve getting around Belle Isle

Help by taking their survey.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/BelleIsleMMS
Forum: Eastern Canada
02-27-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 579
Posted By detroitjim

Windsor:47km abandoned CASO rail line procured for Trail

Posted this in Great Lakes regional discussion

https://www.bikeforums.net/great-lakes/1268206-windsor-ont-47km-abandoned-caso-rail-line-procured-trail.html#post22814320
Forum: Great Lakes
02-27-23, 04:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 745
Posted By detroitjim

Windsor Ont:47km abandoned CASO rail line procured for Trail

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Decided to post this here since the Eastern Canadian regional discussion has few new...
Forum: Touring
02-25-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,813
Posted By detroitjim

Link not working....Is this what you were...

Link not working....Is this what you were referring to ?
https://store.usgs.gov/senior-annual

About this one:What is the Senior Pass?The $80.00 lifetime and $20 Annual Senior Passes provide...
Forum: Great Lakes
01-31-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 654
Posted By detroitjim

Mi: Macomb short shared pathway

Not very long ...Very little out this way as far as bike/ped infrastructure. It's a start.
The route is not clearly defined in the article. Map provided to show the area in question.

...
Forum: Great Lakes
12-20-22, 12:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 794
Posted By detroitjim

Mi:Southern Oakland County 9 Mile Corridor Feasibility Study

Multiple Oakland County communities explore connection via nonmotorized pathwayOAKLAND COUNTY — If all goes the way some hope, there could be exciting additions coming to some communities in Oakland...
Forum: Great Lakes
12-01-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 725
Posted By detroitjim

Dequindre Cut extension 2023

Just discovered that Detroit is actively pursuing a plan to extend the Dequindre Cut north of Mack on the west side of the existing rails to Milwaukee.
Across Milwaukee, parallel Weatherbee north...
Forum: Great Lakes
11-02-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,255
Posted By detroitjim

Macomb county officials show up to announce the...

Macomb county officials show up to announce the opening of this new Sterling heights trail.

https://www.macombdaily.com/2022/11/01/new-pedestrian-bike-trail-opens-in-sterling-heights/



Now...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-22-22, 06:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 972
Posted By detroitjim

Joe Louis Greenway 1st segment ribbon cutting

8053 Joy rd 10an-noon

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On Oct. 29, the Joe Louis Greenway will have its first...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-20-22, 10:46 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 667
Posted By detroitjim

Detroit:25M RAISE grant for 2 miles on Mich Ave

In a statement " raising protected bike lanes to sidewalk level," .....So the city will run the lane sweeper on the sidewalk there??

Mobility Corridor Along Michigan Avenue in Detroit Lands $25M...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-20-22, 04:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 625
Posted By detroitjim

The new format is Just plain RUBBISH……if you...

The new format is Just plain RUBBISH……if you click on the BF banner it takes you to this trending nonsense. Same thing happens when your in a tread and click home. Why not give logged in users the...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-18-22, 07:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By detroitjim

The Detroit News announced this project the...

The Detroit News announced this project the yesterday 10/17/22. Typical comments from the car folks about adding a bike lane.

Steve K
Take a congested road during rush hour used by commuters...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-10-22, 07:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By detroitjim

Yes it will.....at least from 8 Mile to 696.

Yes it will.....at least from 8 Mile to 696.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-08-22, 07:16 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,090
Posted By detroitjim

Indeed! Just as simple as that.

Indeed! Just as simple as that.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-08-22, 07:07 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,090
Posted By detroitjim

For sure.......but there are occasions where it...

For sure.......but there are occasions where it only takes some small incentive to impel someone to get back on their bike.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-08-22, 07:00 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,090
Posted By detroitjim

Yeah Man! I've mentioned several times in posts...

Yeah Man! I've mentioned several times in posts on Bike Forum that it's apparent that those who design/approve bike route/lanes are NOT cyclists.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-07-22, 09:37 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,090
Posted By detroitjim

3 Reasons People Don’t Bike That Policymakers Should Pay Attention To

3 Reasons People Don’t Bike That Policymakers Should Pay Attention ToIn perhaps the most comprehensive literature review (https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/01441647.2022.2113570) on the...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-07-22, 08:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,170
Posted By detroitjim

Ferndale Mi:Woodward Moves Project to start

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The Woodward Moves project is scheduled to start this month 10/2022
The...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-03-22, 08:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,029
Posted By detroitjim

Harrison Twp Mi: Bike Path Repairs

Good news for those that ride the bike paths in Harrison Township !
Likely that the bulk of the work will be done to the Freedom Trail (south side of Metropolitan Parkway).
A fellow bicyclist...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-24-22, 07:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,013
Posted By detroitjim

The second phase of the trail construction began...

The second phase of the trail construction began Friday. Crews are now working on the half-mile section of a recreational loop from Fullerton to Grand River, otherwise known as the second major leg...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-20-22, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,480
Posted By detroitjim

You must be thinking about the Fox Creek bridge...

You must be thinking about the Fox Creek bridge …..near Alter & Jefferson.

This agreement is in regards to the Gordie Howe international bridge across the Detroit river. Several miles away.
Forum: Great Lakes
09-17-22, 08:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,480
Posted By detroitjim

Huh?

Huh?
Forum: Great Lakes
09-15-22, 08:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,480
Posted By detroitjim

Bike-pedestrian path Gordie Howe Bridge

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DETROIT, MI — The new Gordie Howe International...
Forum: Great Lakes
04-11-22, 08:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,575
Posted By detroitjim

The Dequindre Cut is a non loop ...it gets a lot...

The Dequindre Cut is a non loop ...it gets a lot of attention.


Because this Greenway has a better neighborhood(and eatery) connection at its end, I'm thinking that it'll get an incredible...
Forum: Great Lakes
04-06-22, 06:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,575
Posted By detroitjim

They finally broke ground on this...

They finally broke ground on this today(4-6-2022).2 1/2 years after it was announced. Six months after it was originally projected to be completed.
It's been renamed as well.....now it's the...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-11-22, 08:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,648
Posted By detroitjim

Reroute of U.S. Bicycle Route 20 in Michigan

U.S. Bicycle Route 20 currently ends up in Marine City.
The route would have taken the Bluewater Ferry in Marine City to Sombra, Ontario, Canada, and then from there it would make its way to the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-11-22, 11:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,210
Posted By detroitjim

I Suppose that ,depending on the settings of the...

I Suppose that ,depending on the settings of the monitor being used, someone may believe that both had white shirts on.
Those viewing on that same monitor might believe that they were seeing helmets...
Forum: Great Lakes
03-10-22, 04:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,148
Posted By detroitjim

Mi: Sterling Heights ITC Nonmotorized path

Just discovered this.
Hopefully this will be approved and constructed!!!

It could potentially be what breaks the ice to later extend it 8 miles to the south.
If that were to come to fruition, it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-08-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,210
Posted By detroitjim

2 bicycles collide, caught on Google Maps

Likely distracted when they recognized the mapping vehicle.
Looks as though neither rider was injured.

Neither rider wore helmets.
Rider #2(white shirt) had a rack but was carrying a bag on his...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-22, 01:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 546
Posted By detroitjim

Someone with a lot of time

Really cool! Particularly like the semi tractor engine brake sound effects. Fair representation of the Kenworth body style as well....
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