Metra has finally announced today that bikes will be allowed on non-rush hour trains. This is a significant victory for bicyclists in Chicago, as Metra had been a stalwart on the issue for years and only recently took up the issue after legislation was considered. There are some restrictions - two bikes per car, not during rush hours (reverse commuters are ok), and many popular weekends are excluded. For many this represents a significant step forward towards making Chicago the best city for bikes in the country.