Carfree Times Is Changing “The first single-theme issue of Carfree Times, “Stop the Oil War,” appears to have been the most popular ever. On the strength of this, we are changing to themed issues.” The May 03 issue’s theme is: “The Carfree Movement: Past, Present, and Future” Recommended.

Photo Essay: The Bicycle in Japan – Bicycle Fixation “The bicycle is everywhere: sidewalks, streets, in hallways, in front of markets, inside malls, on special bikepaths, arrayed in rows by the tiny city apartments that line the cozy city alleys, left at random in odd nooks of the complex cities and calm towns of that island nation. Day and night, everywhere you go, the bicycle is there. And the bicyclist is everyone.” The Flying Scotsman – Edinburgh International Film Festival Obree’s story on the big [...]

From the press release: Leaving London on the morning of Friday 10 March, the team will take part in a 24-hour relay, taking turns to cycle for three-hour stints. Each team member will cover an impressive 300 miles and cycle for a total of 21 hours. A baton consisting of French and English flags will be carried throughout the challenge before being presented to Ken Livingstone, Mayor of London, on arrival at The Croisette. Mind you, they have a luxury bus on tow with 13 [...]