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UW installs truck side guards for bike/walk safety, should law require these on every truck?

Posted on May 14, 2015 by Tom Fucoloro

The University of Washington has installed side guards on all 31 box trucks in their fleet. These guards, which hang down to cover the gap between the front and rear wheels of the truck, may not look like a big … Continue reading →

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W Seattle bike commuter explains danger posed near Terminal 46 (VIDEO)

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Tom Fucoloro

Remember the scary tale by Kit Newman, who says he was nearly struck by a truck on S Alaskan Way near Atlantic? Well, West Seattle bike commuter Tom Furtwangler (from Bikejuju) made a video clearly outlining the problem:

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Bike commuter describes scary experience on Alaskan Way

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Tom Fucoloro

NOTE: We apologize that there was Bike News Roundup yesterday. We have been hard at work planning Saturday’s Safe Streets Social. Be sure to tell your friends about the ride. Look forward to seeing you there! In a letter to … Continue reading →

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