I’ve seen the occasional deer on my bike rides through the forests of the Pacific Northwest, but the “wildlife” I come across most often is the slug.
They’re a common sight slithering across trails here, leaving behind a glistening track as evidence of their passing.
I’ve never consciously run over one. Yes, I brake for …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/16/the-most-prevalent-wildlife-in-pacific-northwest/
The League of American Bicyclists designated two dozen new Bicycle Friendly Communities on Monday, raising the number of such communities to 214 in 47 states.
In addition, the League renewed the bicycle friendly status of 25 communities, raising 8 of them to a higher level. Fourteen cities received honorable mentions. …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/14/24-more-cities-are-now-bicycle-friendly-communities/
All month we’ve been celebrating that coolest of all forms of transportation — the bicycle. The recognition slips into high gear this Monday through Friday for National Bicycle Week, culminating in Bike to Work Day.
You might be aware of bike-related promotions this week.
In the Seattle area, for instance, anyone who loads a bicycle on a King County Metro bus or Sound Transit express bus this week will ride for free …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/14/ride-of-silence-and-bike-to-work-day-this-week/
Another day, another jersey change at the Giro d’Italia after Stage 7 on Saturday.
Garmin-Barracuda’s Ryder Hesjedal became the first Canadian to ever wear the maglia rosa, as his main rival lost his steam on the final climb of the 125-mile stage from Recanati to Rocca di Cambio.
The 31-year-old from Victoria, BC, has been …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/12/canadian-cyclist-in-the-pinkk-at-giro-ditalia-bike-race/
A big question has loomed over the Amgen Tour of California bike race that starts on Sunday: Is 3-time winner Levi Leipheimer well enough to compete in the 8-stage race?
Leipheimer, who suffered a fractured fibula when he was struck from behind by a car in early April, finally answered that question on Friday. …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/12/biggest-mystery-of-tour-of-california-resolved-also-tv-schedule/
As you no doubt know, the non-profit Adventure Cycling Association is holding a fund-raising drive all month to offset its expenses in coordinating development of the U.S. Bicycle Route System.
The association needs to raise another $2,230 before midnight Saturday to receive a matching grant from TeamEstrogen.com. To coax that cash out of your bank …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/11/cool-prizes-for-supporting-u-s-bicycle-route-system/
A few months ago, I wrote a short blog post here about Fred Birchmore, the mid-1930s bicycle traveler from Georgia. He may have been the first “Fred” — now a mocking term for a bicycling enthusiast.
At the time, “Bicycle: The History” author David V. Herlihy was working on a piece about Birchmore for the …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/11/bicycle-author-writes-about-mid-1930s-world-bicycle-travelers/
Two years ago, Italian cyclist Adriano Malori earned the unwanted honor of the laterne rouge by finishing last at the Tour de France.
After Friday’s Stage 6 at the Giro d’Italia, the 24-year-old team Lampre cyclist will be wearing the overall leader’s pink jersey.
Malori survived in a breakaway to finish second in the day’s …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/11/he-who-was-last-shall-be-first-at-giro-tyler-farrar-crashes-out/
One of the most scenic rides in the US is open to traffic, including bicycles.
The North Cascades Highway opened at noon today after state highway crews spent the past seven weeks clearing away snow nearly 60 feet deep.
The scene at left shows crews pushing through an avalanche chute near Liberty Bell, one of the landmarks near Washington Pass just two weeks ago. …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/10/northern-tier-bike-route-highway-is-opens-up-in-washington/
Salsa Cycles is recalling about 1,100 faulty bicycle racks that can break off the bike, causing the rider to lose control.
The wholly owned brand of Bloomington, Minn.-based Quality Bicycle Products recommends that users immediate remove the racks from their bikes and take them to authorized Salsa dealers for inspection, re-mounting or a refund.
The …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2012/05/10/salsa-recalls-faulty-bike-racks/
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