John Bennett

Thoughts on cycling’s place in a social-distancing, lower-traffic world

• By John Bennett
Riding a bike and social distancing are not mutually exclusive, at least for now. Still, it’s critically important for people to stay at least 6 feet away from others when exercising
• Tags: News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Georgia Bikes, Cycling, Social distancing

Clean transit is part of a clean energy plan

• By John Bennett
Residential and commercial solar, offshore wind farms, and energy efficient lightbulbs were all offered as tools to reach the 100 percent clean energy goal
• Tags: News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Clean energy, Citizens for Environmental Justice, Tide to Town, Walkability, Bikeability

Bike-friendly agenda meets legislature

• By John Bennett
'The bicycle breakfast gives me the opportunity to meet face-to-face with the lawmakers who are making the big decisions about how to fund and build our streets'
• Tags: News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Georgia Bikes

Small victories, big challenges are hallmarks of local trail efforts

• By John Bennett
The Truman Linear Park Trail -- or at least part of it — exists! Additional progress is visible on the east side of the Truman Parkway. Construction will likely be completed later this year.
• Tags: News Cycle, Truman Linear Park Trail, Truman Parkway, Lake Mayer, Atlanta Belt Line, Atlanta Beltline

Bicycle tourism: Deeper connection, more representation, less gentrification

• By John Bennett
According to the Adventure Cycling Association, bicycle tourism contributes $83 billion annually to U.S. economy
• Tags: News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Atlanta, Nedra Deadwyler, Civil Bikes, Bicycle tourism

Fight against distracted driving must take place on many fronts

• By John Bennett
More than half of drivers report having driven while talking on a handheld phone at least once in the past 30 days
• Tags: News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Distracted driving

Complete Streets and the myth of ‘free’ parking

• By John Bennett
Call me when City Council votes to spend $10 million on bike racks
• Tags: News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Parking, Small Business Saturday, Complete Streets

Words matter when reporting on bike safety issues

• By John Bennett
The language used by journalists shapes public response to their reporting and that shows up in the comments
• Tags: City Notebook, News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Bike safety

The uplifting truth about Savannah’s Mega Weekend

• By John Bennett
Complaining about closed streets and reduced parking distracts us from the center of this story: A weekend overflowing with diverse events is an indicator of a city with a vibrant culture.
• Tags: News Cycle, Bike Walk Savannah, Savannah Mega Weekend, Savannah Pride, SSU Homecoming, Jewish Food Festival, Savannah Speed Classic

Moonlight Garden Ride: Evolving, entertaining, educating

Location moves to Mother Matilda Beasley Park this year

• By John Bennett
The most common response from those witnessing the festivities for the first time? 'We have to do this next year!'
• Tags: News Cycle, Moonlight Garden Ride, Bike Walk Savannah, Mother Mathilda Beasley Park

The great local news for better transportation options

• By John Bennett
These demands for climate purity are interesting in that they represent an admission that, yes, humans do cause climate change.
• Tags: News Cycle, Savannah Global Climate Strike, Bike Walk Savannah, Climate change, Bike lanes, NewZO, Truman Linear Park Trail, Tide to Town, Savannah Development and Renewal Authority

The bicycling (and life) advice you really need

• By John Bennett
On the first day of your first class, look around. It’s nearly 100 percent certain someone in the room will become a victim of bike theft before Thanksgiving.
• Tags: College Student Guide, College Guide, Bicycles, Bike Walk Savannah, Loop It Up Savannah, Forsyth Farmers Market, Savannah Urban Garden Alliance, West Broad YMCA, New Standard Cycles Program