Electric Bikes in Ontario

More support for the two wheeled transportation option.

Car Fanatics Do Some Backpedalling - London Free Press - 11 May 08

"'It all started last year, more people are getting their bikes repaired,' Prince, owner of South London Cycle, said of the growing trend that is seeing more people park their cars and pull the bikes out of the garage. 'I am seeing a lot of the bike having been in the basement for 10 years and the husband and wife are bringing it in.'"

"Another option for commuters may be some unusual, alternative vehicles such as electric bicycles and conversion kits that can turn a conventional bike electric. Electric bikes are allowed in Ontario only under a pilot program that expires next year. In fact, anyone thinking of going electric should check with the Ministry of Transportation as special licences and restrictions may apply.

Reynold Cycle, on Exeter Road, sells conversion kits for $1,100 and one month ago could order one with delivery in only two days. Now riders have to wait more than two months. And it is not just electric, as the sale of all bikes are up about 30 per cent over the same time last year, said Doug Devine, manager. 'It's unbelievable. We can barely keep commuter bikes for the city in stock,' he said."

Electric Bikes in Ontario

More support for the two wheeled transportation option.

Car Fanatics Do Some Backpedalling - London Free Press - 11 May 08

"'It all started last year, more people are getting their bikes repaired,' Prince, owner of South London Cycle, said of the growing trend that is seeing more people park their cars and pull the bikes out of the garage. 'I am seeing a lot of the bike having been in the basement for 10 years and the husband and wife are bringing it in.'"

"Another option for commuters may be some unusual, alternative vehicles such as electric bicycles and conversion kits that can turn a conventional bike electric. Electric bikes are allowed in Ontario only under a pilot program that expires next year. In fact, anyone thinking of going electric should check with the Ministry of Transportation as special licences and restrictions may apply.

Reynold Cycle, on Exeter Road, sells conversion kits for $1,100 and one month ago could order one with delivery in only two days. Now riders have to wait more than two months. And it is not just electric, as the sale of all bikes are up about 30 per cent over the same time last year, said Doug Devine, manager. 'It's unbelievable. We can barely keep commuter bikes for the city in stock,' he said."

Mr. Sulu Gettin' Hitched

The push for civil rights is long but hopefully sure.

Gay Celebrity Weddings: 'Sulu' George Takei to Wed His Partner - Monsters & Critics - 19 May 08

"In an announcement on his website, actor George Takei announced that he'll join Ellen DeGeneres by taking advantage of the new California same-sex marriage law and marry his partner and business manager Brad Altman."

California Chief Justice Says Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Was One of His Toughest - LA Times - 18 May 08

"Ronald M. George, a moderate Republican who voted with the majority, likens the case to civil rights battles."

"The court was poised 4 to 3 not only to legalize same-sex marriage but also to extend to sexual orientation the same broad protections against bias previously saved for race, gender and religion. The decision went further than any other state high court's and would stun legal scholars, who have long characterized George and his court as cautious and middle of the road."

Mr. Sulu Gettin' Hitched

The push for civil rights is long but hopefully sure.

Gay Celebrity Weddings: 'Sulu' George Takei to Wed His Partner - Monsters & Critics - 19 May 08

"In an announcement on his website, actor George Takei announced that he'll join Ellen DeGeneres by taking advantage of the new California same-sex marriage law and marry his partner and business manager Brad Altman."

California Chief Justice Says Same-Sex Marriage Ruling Was One of His Toughest - LA Times - 18 May 08

"Ronald M. George, a moderate Republican who voted with the majority, likens the case to civil rights battles."

"The court was poised 4 to 3 not only to legalize same-sex marriage but also to extend to sexual orientation the same broad protections against bias previously saved for race, gender and religion. The decision went further than any other state high court's and would stun legal scholars, who have long characterized George and his court as cautious and middle of the road."

Bike to Work Week (May 12-18)

Since I work at home, this doesn't quite work for me but, as you all know, I bike or e-bike to a variety of places other than work. Parking can be a bit of a pain at times. Trying to find something reasonable to lock the bike up to is more of a challenge (especially where there are NO bike racks) than it should be. Japan seems to be taking the lead, once again.

Bike to Work Week (May 12-18)

Since I work at home, this doesn't quite work for me but, as you all know, I bike or e-bike to a variety of places other than work. Parking can be a bit of a pain at times. Trying to find something reasonable to lock the bike up to is more of a challenge (especially where there are NO bike racks) than it should be. Japan seems to be taking the lead, once again.

Spain's Iberdrola to Drop $8 Billion on U.S. Wind

A billion here, a billion there.

Spanish Fly: Iberdrola’s $8 Billion U.S. Bet - Wall Street Journal - 19 May 08

"How to read this? For starters, it's another sign the U.S. wind power market is going great guns regardless of what Congress does for clean-energy tax credits. As we noted last week, the Department of Energy figures wind power could provide 20% of U.S. electricity by 2030—with or without subsidies. And T. Boone Pickens put the first $2 billion down on his $10 billion bet on the world’s biggest wind farm in Texas last week, without waiting for the tax credits to be renewed."

Spain's Iberdrola to Drop $8 Billion on U.S. Wind

A billion here, a billion there.

Spanish Fly: Iberdrola’s $8 Billion U.S. Bet - Wall Street Journal - 19 May 08

"How to read this? For starters, it's another sign the U.S. wind power market is going great guns regardless of what Congress does for clean-energy tax credits. As we noted last week, the Department of Energy figures wind power could provide 20% of U.S. electricity by 2030—with or without subsidies. And T. Boone Pickens put the first $2 billion down on his $10 billion bet on the world’s biggest wind farm in Texas last week, without waiting for the tax credits to be renewed."