Yes, it’s that time of year….
…Thursday, May 10th, is Bike to Work Day!
If you’ve been contemplating bicycling to work but felt unsure about the idea, rest assured you will not be cycling alone if you decide to participate in Bike to Work Day. You will likely encounter Keep reading >>
By: severinOne of the great things about bicycling is that it is an activity that people of all ages can partake in– adults, teens, seniors, and even the kids! While it may seem daunting to cycle with a child or two, it is possible. Here are some tips for cycling long Keep reading >>
By: severin
Photo credit: Ingrid Taylar
Road trip season is upon us, a time to visit natural and cultural sites, near and far. Load up the car and hit the road, right? But what if you are looking for a little more adventure, or to harken back to a simpler time? Sometimes Keep reading >>
By: severinAs cities throughout the Bay Area work towards becoming more bicycle friendly, there is sometimes confusion from motorists and cyclists alike as to where one should cycle. Motorists and cyclists may think one should cycle on the sidewalk or only cycle on streets with bike lanes.
Photo credit: Richard Drdul Keep reading >>
By: severinWhen it rains we are often advised to stay dry. However, with rainy days ahead this is not necessarily a reason to stow away the bicycle if it is your main mode of transportation. While rain complicates bicycle travel, with a little preparation you can take to two wheels and Keep reading >>
By: severinThings you need to know when getting a children’s bicycle, and how you can lose 13 pounds your first year when biking to work.
View the story “This Week’s Headlines in Transportation and Transit: Dec. 10-16, 2011″ on Storify] Keep reading >>
By: morgan
Where did you go to buy your bicycle? A well-tuned bicycle is a beautiful thing. Need a quick fix, or looking to buy a bicycle? Check out these locally owned bike shops in Contra Costa County!
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What a blast from the past!
Did you know Californian’s were already biking across the state as early as 1896? As we discuss in our History of Transportation – Bicycles, more efficient and precise manufacturing technologies allowed bicycles to be made cheaply, more safely, and they proliferated!
Bicycling was Keep reading >>
By: Ruth Miller
The only thing more fun than a bike ride is a safe bike ride. Follow these rules from the California Department of Motor Vehicles to make sure you get home safely.
Bicyclists:
It may not look like much, but that two-wheeled contraption in your garage is a lean, green, health, economic and safety machine.
We rounded up some facts and stats from the Bikes Belong Coalition. Consider these talking points when you ask your employer to install a free bike locker Keep reading >>
By: Ruth Miller