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September 5, 2013by Liz
The League has two job openings in our Bicycle Friendly America℠ program. The Bicycle Friendly Community Specialist will provide direct, hands-on assessments and assistance to 100 communities nationwide annually. The Bicycle Friendly Community program provides a roadmap to improve conditions for bicycling and has recognized 259 communities in 47 states as BFCs. The Specialist's main... -
August 30, 2013by Andy
On Tuesday, August 27th the U.S. Department of Transportation released a draft strategic plan for public comment. The 94-page document lays out how the U.S. Department of Transportation proposes to manage our transportation system for the next five years -- guiding the work of some 57,000 federal employees and heavily influencing some $205 billion of annual spending on highways in this country. -
August 15, 2013by Liz
Earlier this year, the 500th Complete Streets policy was codified in Memphis, Tenn. Yesterday, in Washington, D.C., key stakeholders and Complete Streets advocates gathered to celebrate this achievement, and to discuss the future of the movement. Check out our recap of yesterday's events...
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July 11, 2013by Liz
The League celebrated the important role bicycling plays in the recovery of wounded warriors in our July/August issue of our American Bicyclist magazine. We are now also sharing these amazing stories on the League blog. This is Hunter Stoneking's story... -
July 11, 2013by Liz
We trained, and I struggled, for the Ride 2 Recovery Gulf Coast Challenge. Day One of that Challenge was a 77-mile day. Finishing that week long ride has saved my life. I’ve learned that I have anxiety that causes me to isolate myself. It took about five years to work myself into an emotional frenzy and four months of cycling to help me manage it. -
July 3, 2013by Liz
We at the League are often asked about insurance for bicyclists -- How does it work? How can I get it? Is it expensive? Last year, we explored the options in an article in American Bicyclist magazine — and wanted to keep you updated on the latest in the world of bike insurance. Recently, Jay Paul, the creator of Balance for Cyclists was honored in the 2013 National Underwiter Industry Elite...
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