Things you need to know when getting a children’s bicycle, and how you can lose 13 pounds your first year when biking to work.
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By: morgan
With so many gentle and safe trails, biking in Contra Costa County can truly be a family affair. But a safe and properly fitted bike for your child is an important first step. If you plan to buy online, this is particularly important. A good bike shop should be able Keep reading >>
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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Few things are more heartbreaking than coming back to find your bike is missing. It happens to the best of us, but there are extra precautions we can all take to protect our rides.
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By: Ruth Miller
For all Contra Costa County’s progress to make bicycling friendlier, safer, and more fun, the Bay Citizen reminds us that a lot of work is left to be done.
By: Ruth MillerFrom 2005 through 2009, 23 cyclists died in Contra Costa County… The Tracker reveals that some suburban areas like Contra Costa
Fortunately, if your bike lives in Contra Costa County, it probably didn’t have a winter quite this bad.
But if a family of spiders made their home between your handlebars, these four simple tips from the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition will get your ride ready for Bike to Work Day Keep reading >>
By: Ruth Miller
What’s better than a website that helps you plan the perfect bike ride?
An app for your phone that lets you take your route with you!
Many of you probably already know 511CC’s Bike Mapper. It helps you find a route for your bike ride that fits your needs Keep reading >>
By: Ruth Miller
Have you had a chance to try out the electronic bike lockers?
Did you know that the electronic card system behind the lockers, BikeLink, offers users access to secure bike parking throughout the Bay Area, as well as San Diego and Portland?
Not sure how to get started?
It’s easy! Keep reading >>
By: Ruth Miller
1. SpokeLit:
$7.99
An LED that’s attached between the bicycle spokes and creates cool ‘circles’ of light as the wheel rolls. This bright light also serves to keep the bicyclist safe by making him or her more visible. You can set the SpokeLit to ‘glow’ or ‘flash,’ depending on Keep reading >>
By: Robin Lam
Have you tried the 511 Contra Costa Bike Mapper yet? If not, you’re missing out on the coolest bike routing application for the Bay Area. This mapping tool covers traditional streets as well as regional and neighborhood paved trails allowing users to quickly find the safest and quickest paths in the Bay Area.
You can Keep reading >>
By: Leona Gee