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February 13, 2014by Carolyn Szczepanski
Just as the bicycle movement itself has matured, advocates and enthusiasts who are working to get more women riding are eager to enhance their leadership skills. So we're bringing together a panel of dynamic, high-ranking women from different backgrounds to discuss their experiences at the 2014 National Women's Bicycling Forum. -
February 13, 2014by Liz
Here, we hear from Jim Sayer, Executive Director of Adventure Cycling Association: Bicycling is really part of my soul. I know that even more now that I fractured my lower leg and the doctor told me to stay off the bike for 6-10 weeks – I am going through withdrawal! But bicycling … how do I love thee, let me count the ways... -
February 12, 2014by Carolyn Szczepanski
The movement for Complete Streets — that are designed for everyone right from the start — has been gaining traction in communities across the country. Now, we're closer than ever before to a national policy; take action to support the Safe Streets Act today! -
February 11, 2014by Carolyn Szczepanski
There are only 20 days left until the 2014 National Bike Summit and Women's Forum — and already hundreds of bicyclists have already signed up for the big event. Here are just a few of the inspiring and insightful speakers you'll hear from at the premier annual gathering for bicycle advocacy. Click here for the full program and agenda! -
February 10, 2014by Liz
As we prepare for the 2014 National Bike Summit, we've reached out to our generous sponsors to ask: What speaks to you about bicycling? What excites you about the Summit? Here, we hear from Mike Blang, National Sales Manager for Saris Cycling Group.
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February 7, 2014by Steve
Yesterday, I ranked the Top 10 Bike Facilities for the first 14 cities I've traveled to so far. Today, here are some city superlatives for those same dozen or so communities. As I said, infrastructure is important, but ideas, too can become a material force. Check out these city superlatives that might ultimately be a bigger factor in long term success in becoming a Bicycle Friendly America! -
February 7, 2014by Carolyn Szczepanski
Across the country today, people are wearing red to call attention to a sobering fact: Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of American women. Every year, the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women campaign recognizes Wear Red Day to raise awareness about the "silent killer" and its staggering casualties among women. Our prescription to address this nationwide epidemic: Make bicycling more... -
February 6, 2014by Adonia Lugo
In his State of the Union address last week, President Obama emphasized American energy independence. He foretold a future with fair wages, where students can find opportunity, and more families can afford to buy their homes. Does this relate to bicycling? Yes, because we ride in shared public spaces that are part of larger built environments tied together through economic, social, and... -
February 6, 2014by Liz
As we prepare for the 2014 National Bike Summit, we've reached out to our generous sponsors to ask: What speaks to you about bicycling? What excites you about the Summit? Here, we hear from Fred Clements, Executive Director of the National Bicycle Dealers Association. -
February 6, 2014by Steve
Steve Clark On the Road: I’m mostly focusing on infrastructure, but as any good materialist will tell you, ideas too can become a material force! So here are not only the Top 10 treatments I’ve witnessed, but stay tuned tomorrow for 10 city superlatives that might ultimately be a bigger factor in long term success than the infrastructure!
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