Edward Russell
@byerussell.com
Fascinated by things that go and the infrastructure around them. Words: The Washington Post, The Points Guy, CNN Travel, and more.
E-bike dad. Runner, cyclist, hiker, swimmer.
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E-bike dad. Runner, cyclist, hiker, swimmer.
https://linktr.ee/mrerussell | Signal: byerussell.84
Bikeshare systems that block tourists is a bigger problem than just Barcelona. I’ve encountered this is Madrid and Zurich as well.
There are good reasons to open a system to both locals and visitors, writes @davidzipper.bsky.social.
There are good reasons to open a system to both locals and visitors, writes @davidzipper.bsky.social.
Bikeshare Shouldn’t Kick Tourists to the Curb
Barcelona’s bikeshare program excludes non-Spanish visitors. Other cities charge tourists much higher fees to rent two-wheelers. Which policy makes more sense?
www.bloomberg.com
November 26, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Bikeshare systems that block tourists is a bigger problem than just Barcelona. I’ve encountered this is Madrid and Zurich as well.
There are good reasons to open a system to both locals and visitors, writes @davidzipper.bsky.social.
There are good reasons to open a system to both locals and visitors, writes @davidzipper.bsky.social.
Solid rundown of Mayor Bowser’s accomplishments and shortfalls from @maustermuhle.bsky.social.
I hope whoever next leads DC does more to improve transit, cycling and walking infra in the city. #washingtondc
I hope whoever next leads DC does more to improve transit, cycling and walking infra in the city. #washingtondc
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser won't run for a fourth term
Her decision creates a huge opening for the mayoral contest in 2026.
51st.news
November 26, 2025 at 12:46 AM
Solid rundown of Mayor Bowser’s accomplishments and shortfalls from @maustermuhle.bsky.social.
I hope whoever next leads DC does more to improve transit, cycling and walking infra in the city. #washingtondc
I hope whoever next leads DC does more to improve transit, cycling and walking infra in the city. #washingtondc
“On a post-transatlantic flight jog through a wood I stumbled upon the the Hardwald observation tower, a twisting, wooden structure entirely [locally] sourced … Stumbling upon hidden surprises, like Hardwald, is one of the joys of running.”
My latest dispatches: open.substack.com/pub/byerusse...
My latest dispatches: open.substack.com/pub/byerusse...
November 25, 2025 at 8:56 PM
“On a post-transatlantic flight jog through a wood I stumbled upon the the Hardwald observation tower, a twisting, wooden structure entirely [locally] sourced … Stumbling upon hidden surprises, like Hardwald, is one of the joys of running.”
My latest dispatches: open.substack.com/pub/byerusse...
My latest dispatches: open.substack.com/pub/byerusse...
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It has been the honor of a lifetime to be your mayor.
My full letter to the community:
My full letter to the community:
November 25, 2025 at 8:02 PM
It has been the honor of a lifetime to be your mayor.
My full letter to the community:
My full letter to the community:
This Reel was made and shared inflight using United’s new high-speed Starlink connectivity ✈️🛰️
www.instagram.com/reel/DRfZ_Ek...
www.instagram.com/reel/DRfZ_Ek...
November 25, 2025 at 7:17 PM
This Reel was made and shared inflight using United’s new high-speed Starlink connectivity ✈️🛰️
www.instagram.com/reel/DRfZ_Ek...
www.instagram.com/reel/DRfZ_Ek...
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November 25, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Southwest is adding 5 new California routes.
📍Burbank-Honolulu from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Portland from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Seattle from Aug. 4
📍Ontario-Honolulu from June 4
📍San Diego-Santa Barbara from Aug. 4
Most of these routes compete with Alaska, which is challenging Southwest in San Diego.
📍Burbank-Honolulu from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Portland from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Seattle from Aug. 4
📍Ontario-Honolulu from June 4
📍San Diego-Santa Barbara from Aug. 4
Most of these routes compete with Alaska, which is challenging Southwest in San Diego.
November 25, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Southwest is adding 5 new California routes.
📍Burbank-Honolulu from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Portland from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Seattle from Aug. 4
📍Ontario-Honolulu from June 4
📍San Diego-Santa Barbara from Aug. 4
Most of these routes compete with Alaska, which is challenging Southwest in San Diego.
📍Burbank-Honolulu from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Portland from Aug. 4
📍Long Beach-Seattle from Aug. 4
📍Ontario-Honolulu from June 4
📍San Diego-Santa Barbara from Aug. 4
Most of these routes compete with Alaska, which is challenging Southwest in San Diego.
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🦃How are you traveling this #Thanksgiving?
🧭 Plane? Train? Bicycle?
🚲Thanks to new bike lockers, you can do all 3!
🛫 At @Reagan_Airport, lock your bike with @bikeepdk.bsky.social ow.ly/7Xqp50Xx76L
🚆Near select @wmata.com stations, try Lock&Ride ow.ly/HYVN50Xx76M
🧳Safe travels, by any mode! #DCA
🧭 Plane? Train? Bicycle?
🚲Thanks to new bike lockers, you can do all 3!
🛫 At @Reagan_Airport, lock your bike with @bikeepdk.bsky.social ow.ly/7Xqp50Xx76L
🚆Near select @wmata.com stations, try Lock&Ride ow.ly/HYVN50Xx76M
🧳Safe travels, by any mode! #DCA
November 25, 2025 at 5:44 PM
🦃How are you traveling this #Thanksgiving?
🧭 Plane? Train? Bicycle?
🚲Thanks to new bike lockers, you can do all 3!
🛫 At @Reagan_Airport, lock your bike with @bikeepdk.bsky.social ow.ly/7Xqp50Xx76L
🚆Near select @wmata.com stations, try Lock&Ride ow.ly/HYVN50Xx76M
🧳Safe travels, by any mode! #DCA
🧭 Plane? Train? Bicycle?
🚲Thanks to new bike lockers, you can do all 3!
🛫 At @Reagan_Airport, lock your bike with @bikeepdk.bsky.social ow.ly/7Xqp50Xx76L
🚆Near select @wmata.com stations, try Lock&Ride ow.ly/HYVN50Xx76M
🧳Safe travels, by any mode! #DCA
I spy a Starlink radome 👀
Flying UA4762 on a SkyWest E175 from BUR to SFO.
Flying UA4762 on a SkyWest E175 from BUR to SFO.
November 25, 2025 at 5:44 PM
I spy a Starlink radome 👀
Flying UA4762 on a SkyWest E175 from BUR to SFO.
Flying UA4762 on a SkyWest E175 from BUR to SFO.
Air Canada names its second transatlantic A321XLR route: Montreal-Berlin.
Thrice weekly service begins July 2 and operates through October.
Thrice weekly service begins July 2 and operates through October.
November 25, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Air Canada names its second transatlantic A321XLR route: Montreal-Berlin.
Thrice weekly service begins July 2 and operates through October.
Thrice weekly service begins July 2 and operates through October.
Iberia, as part of its Flight Plan 2030 expansion, will add daily flights to Newark from Madrid with an A321XLR beginning March 29, 2026.
Other route additions include Orlando, Philadelphia and Toronto.
More: thepointsguy.com/news/iberia-...
Other route additions include Orlando, Philadelphia and Toronto.
More: thepointsguy.com/news/iberia-...
November 25, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Iberia, as part of its Flight Plan 2030 expansion, will add daily flights to Newark from Madrid with an A321XLR beginning March 29, 2026.
Other route additions include Orlando, Philadelphia and Toronto.
More: thepointsguy.com/news/iberia-...
Other route additions include Orlando, Philadelphia and Toronto.
More: thepointsguy.com/news/iberia-...
Alaska is working on “contingency” plans to ensure that service to/from @flysea.bsky.social over Thanksgiving is maintained, including tankering in fuel, tech stops on certain routes, and trucking in fuel.
via @davidslotnick.bsky.social
via @davidslotnick.bsky.social
Seattle-Tacoma Airport faces Thanksgiving fuel shortage - The Points Guy
Seattle-Tacoma airport is facing a continuing fuel shortage heading into the busy Thanksgiving travel week, causing disruptions to flights. Here's what to know.
thepointsguy.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Alaska is working on “contingency” plans to ensure that service to/from @flysea.bsky.social over Thanksgiving is maintained, including tankering in fuel, tech stops on certain routes, and trucking in fuel.
via @davidslotnick.bsky.social
via @davidslotnick.bsky.social
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The intercontinental debut of @flyswiss.bsky.social's first A350 and new Swiss Senses product was the culmination of years of work — and delay — for the airline.
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
November 22, 2025 at 9:28 PM
The intercontinental debut of @flyswiss.bsky.social's first A350 and new Swiss Senses product was the culmination of years of work — and delay — for the airline.
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
United cancels Dulles-Dakar and Newark-Stockholm next summer due to shortage of PW4000 engines for its older 777-200s, via @crankyflier.com
United Cuts Flights As Pratt Problems Mount – Cranky Flier
crankyflier.com
November 24, 2025 at 2:17 PM
United cancels Dulles-Dakar and Newark-Stockholm next summer due to shortage of PW4000 engines for its older 777-200s, via @crankyflier.com
“The worst one to me is people who wait until they’re about to step through the security scanners to check their pockets and then they do a little dance of taking out their wallet and their keys and they’re emptying a pocket full of change.“
Yes!
#travel
Yes!
#travel
Our biggest airport pet peeves
Rude crowds, inedible food and endless steps: What travelers hate about the airport.
www.washingtonpost.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:08 AM
“The worst one to me is people who wait until they’re about to step through the security scanners to check their pockets and then they do a little dance of taking out their wallet and their keys and they’re emptying a pocket full of change.“
Yes!
#travel
Yes!
#travel
Love LA Union Station. What a beautiful building.
November 24, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Love LA Union Station. What a beautiful building.
November 23, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Epic transportation themed playground!
November 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Epic transportation themed playground!
Who’s going to Ciclavia tomorrow?
November 23, 2025 at 5:01 AM
Who’s going to Ciclavia tomorrow?
The intercontinental debut of @flyswiss.bsky.social's first A350 and new Swiss Senses product was the culmination of years of work — and delay — for the airline.
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
November 22, 2025 at 9:28 PM
The intercontinental debut of @flyswiss.bsky.social's first A350 and new Swiss Senses product was the culmination of years of work — and delay — for the airline.
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
It's a refined luxury without the ostentation of some other carriers, in short: very Swiss.
thepointsguy.com/news/swiss-i...
There used to be a train here.
📍 US 101, Barham Bridge in Cahuenga Pass
📍 US 101, Barham Bridge in Cahuenga Pass
November 22, 2025 at 6:10 PM
There used to be a train here.
📍 US 101, Barham Bridge in Cahuenga Pass
📍 US 101, Barham Bridge in Cahuenga Pass
November 22, 2025 at 5:35 PM
“Aviation is one of lawmakers’ most potent sources of leverage during a shutdown.”
Should it be? No, but that requires Congressional action and there’s no clear path to make that happen.
via @willguisbond.com
Should it be? No, but that requires Congressional action and there’s no clear path to make that happen.
via @willguisbond.com
Seeking a solution to aviation’s government shutdown problem
Lawmakers support insulating the FAA from future shutdowns in principle, but see proposals as politically unlikely
theaircurrent.com
November 22, 2025 at 2:57 PM
“Aviation is one of lawmakers’ most potent sources of leverage during a shutdown.”
Should it be? No, but that requires Congressional action and there’s no clear path to make that happen.
via @willguisbond.com
Should it be? No, but that requires Congressional action and there’s no clear path to make that happen.
via @willguisbond.com