Bike And Bicycle Information
Pedaling to Prosperity: Biking Saves U.S. Riders Billions A Year
New data highlight that bicyclists in theUnited Statessave at least $4.6 billion a year by riding instead of driving. The analyses were released on Friday to coincide with National Bike to Work Day, part of National Bike Month, which occurs each May. The average annual operating cost of a bicycle is $308, compared to $8,220 for the average car, and if American drivers replaced just one four-mile ...
Bike-friendly city draws younger people
More finding bike paths a factor in locating locally. Matt Curry moved into his new house in the North Shore Triangle neighborhood in November.
VIDEO: Fundraiser encourages cyclists, enables nonprofit to keep pedaling
TROY — While bicycle riding may not be the newest form of transportation, the Troy Bike Rescue, located at 3280 Sixth Ave., promoted the healthy and sustainable method of travel Saturday during its fundraising party.
Bike Rodeo teaches kids about bicycling
BILLINGS - The joy of a child riding a bike. That's the inspiration behind the 14th annual Bicycle Rodeo. The rodeo gives bikes to kids ages six to 10...and gives tips on safety and repairs.
Payson boys’ condition improve after bike-SUV crash
Payson boys’ condition improve after bike-SUV crash By bob mims The Salt Lake Tribune Published May 19, 2012 03:05PM MDT The prospects for recovery have improved markedly for two brothers hospitalized after being struck by an SUV while riding their bicycle in Payson. Payson police Lt. Bill Wright said Saturday that doctors report the 12-year-old boy was making good progress and may be released ...
Bike to Work challenge extended
Citing recent rains, Commuter Services of Pennsylvania and local partners, including the Lebanon Valley Bicycle Coalition, are extending the Bike to Work challenge to regional employers and commuters through the week from Monday through Friday.
Be careful on Friday’s Bike to Work day
Friday is Bike to Work Day , an annual event encouraging commuters to ditch their cars and ride a bicycle to work. Whether you’re hopping on a bike or getting behind the wheel, everybody should use extra caution when heading out on Friday. The region’s roads and sidewalks will be clogged with thousands of bicycle riders, and many of them aren’t used to riding a bike during a busy rush hour. Read ...
Green Bike Boxes Help Northwest Drivers and Cyclists Share the Road
SEATTLE, May 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- In celebration of National Bike to Work Day this Friday, thousands of Northwest bicycle commuters will take to the streets to share the road with four-wheeled motorists ...
Tecumseh Classic Car, Bike and Bicycle shows resume today
The 2012 Tecumseh Classic Car, Bike and Bicycle Show Series begins today in downtown Tecumseh.
Bicycle advocates chalk up successes of Bike Month
In the eight years since the "May Is Bike Month" campaign began, area cyclists have ridden millions of miles while demonstrating that bikes are, among other things, an easy solution to complex problems.
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