“Usually after a few days of cycling in a state, we'd get an overall sense of the place. But in Missouri we said, 'Huh?' right up to the border.” …
Category: Bike Touring
Bicycle quote: Bike tourists' take on the “Show Me” state
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/12/16/bicycle-quote-bike-tourists-take-on-the-show-me-state/
Cyclist hooks up with partners on cross-country bicycle tour
Floridian Jim Musante had planned to take a solo cross-country tour on his bicycle back in September.
Just a couple of days after leaving San Diego, however, he hooked with two University of Washington students — Matt Kopicky and Seth Berling — and they decided to make the trip together.
Wise choice.
They were following the same bike route across …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/12/09/cyclist-hooks-up-with-partners-on-cross-country-bicycle-tour/
Adventure Cycling Association awards trail angels, others
Whether they admit it or not, cyclists have a lot in common with Blanche DuBois, the Southern belle in the play, “A Streetcar Named Desire.”
That's because cyclists — especially those hanging it all out on long bicycle tours — have always “depended on the kindness of strangers.”
Several years ago, the Adventure Cycling Association began recognizing these “strangers” so …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/12/07/adventure-cycling-association-awards-trail-angels-others/
Colorado patrol back pedals on bicycle-event limits
The chief of the State Patrol in Colorado is postponing for 12 months a ruling that would have limited bicycle events in the state to 2,500 riders.
After the Bicycle Colorado advocacy group released details of the ruling earlier this week, Chief Mark Trostel came under pressure from cyclists, organizers of bicycle tours and politicians to review his ruling.
At least …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/12/03/colorado-patrol-back-pedals-on-bicycle-event-limits/
Five LiveStrong rides planned for 2006
Lance Armstrong may have retired from cycling, but his foundation is working harder than ever — five LiveStrong rides are in the planning stages for 2006.
New cities being talked about for next year include Denver, someplace in the Northeast, possibly Hartford, and a location in Southern California, possibly in Southern California.
The Lance Armstrong Foundation held two rides in …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/12/02/five-livestrong-rides-planned-for-2006/
Face-to-face on Colorado bike event limits
Three Colorado state legislators will sit down with State Police head Mark Trostel to discuss his order limiting the size of organized bicycle events at 2,500 riders, VeloNews reports.
Not surprisingly, all three legislators are cyclists.
The bike rider cap would kill the 7,000-strong Elephant Rock Bicycle Festival and might prevent some fund-raising rides, such as the Lance Armstrong Foundation's …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/12/02/face-to-face-on-colorado-bike-event-limits/
Cyclist dies in Great Victorian bike ride
Tragedy struck the 5,000-strong Great Victorian Bike Ride when a gust of wind forced a cyclist into a passing vehicle.
Deborah Gray, 53, of Mt. Moriac had ridden the charity bike ride for 12 years. The Herald-Sun said Gray died from injuries received in the freak accident on Murray Valley Highway near Echuca.
Harry Barber, general manager of the ride, …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/29/cyclist-dies-in-great-victorian-bike-ride/
My 10 biggest goofs on a bike
The Cyclelicious blogger recently wrote about trying to rip off a piece of dangling handlebar tape while riding in a peloton.
I was dumbfounded that someone else had done something that stupid on a bike. It also gave me a great deal of comfort. Misery loves company.
Here's the dumbest things I've done on a bicycle. I'm sure many of you will find …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/29/my-10-biggest-goofs-on-a-bike/
Colorado limits bike ride numbers
(UPDATED: Nov. 30)The high sheriffs at the Colorado State Patrol have decreed that organized bike rides will be limited to 2,500 riders.
The Rocky Mountain News reported that State Patrol Chief Mark Trostel is setting the limit for safety. “As our resources are finite in comparison to the levels of those who wish to participate in an event, we cannot safely control …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/29/colorado-limits-bike-ride-numbers/
Cycling up those hills
So you like to climb the hills on your bike? There are days when I do, too.
Of course, I don't have a choice. My neighborhood sits at about the 300-foot elevation mark above the lakeside bicycle route that brings me home.
Here are some folks in Pittsburgh, Austin, and Seattle who seek out the big hills. …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/26/cycling-up-those-hills/
Adventure Cycling Association
- Gender Equity Mechanics Reflects on a Year of Bicycle Maintenance WorkshopsGender Equity Mechanics (GEM) is a gathering of women and non-binary people interested in learning hands-on bicycle maintenance and repair skills. We would like to give a shout out to […] The post Gender Equity Mechanics Reflects on a Year of Bicycle Maintenance Workshops appeared first on Adventure Cycling Association.
- Me, Myself, and IThis story originally appeared in the 2024 Nov/Dec issue of Adventure Cyclist magazine’s Final Mile essay anthology. *** I rode with tears streaming down my face. I pedaled as hard […] The post Me, Myself, and I appeared first on Adventure Cycling Association.
- Out Our Front Door Celebrates Successful Adaptive Cycling SeasonThis year, we were able to welcome 19 young people with adaptive needs (and their families), plus two adults with adaptive needs on our weekend bike camping trips for free. […] The post Out Our Front Door Celebrates Successful Adaptive Cycling Season appeared first on Adventure Cycling Association.
Trail biking
- The Chisel EVO is yet another great-value XC bike from Specialized | off-road.ccComplimenting the rear-suspension upgrade is a more trail-orientated tyre choice, too, with the Comp EVO upgrading from the standard Chisel's Fast ...
- Discover Quito's most incredible cycling route Pululahua - Yunguilla - Breaking Travel NewsThe route begins at Calacalí's Central Plaza, a great spot to stock up on food and water. After cycling 1.5 kilometres towards Quito on the E-28 road, ...
- £1 million upgrade touted for popular cycling path, including CCTV cameras to tackle "wild ...Consultation underway for plans that include new lighting and widespread CCTV for Bristol & Bath Railway Path, proposals coming just weeks after ...
Rails to Trails Conservancy
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League of American Bicyclists
- LCI Spotlight: Michael PotocznyThe League certifies hundreds of League Cycling Instructors every year and there are thousands of LCIs across the country leading bike education efforts in their communities. In our LCI spotlight… The post LCI Spotlight: Michael Potoczny appeared first on League of American Bicyclists.
- New Bicycle Friendly State Rankings Highlight Progress and Challenges for Safer Cycling Across AmericaWashington, DC — The League of American Bicyclists has released its 2024 Bicycle Friendly State Rankings, a comprehensive evaluation of state efforts to improve conditions for bicycling. This year’s rankings… The post New Bicycle Friendly State Rankings Highlight Progress and Challenges for Safer Cycling Across America appeared first on League of American Bicyclists.
- Take Action: Protect Cyclists and Pedestrians by Supporting Safer Vehicle StandardsIn the United States, pedestrian and bicyclist deaths have been increasing with an 83% increase in pedestrian deaths and 76% increase in bicyclist deaths between 2009 and 2022. If you… The post Take Action: Protect Cyclists and Pedestrians by Supporting Safer Vehicle Standards appeared first on League of American Bicyclists.
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