Cycling is a form of exercise that offers many physical and mental health benefits. Regular #cycling can help to reduce stress and anxiety, increase self-esteem, promote relaxation, improve sleep quality, and boost mood.
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California Bicycle Coalition
@CalBike
We advocate for equitable, inclusive, and prosperous communities where bicycling helps to enable all Californians to lead healthy and joyful lives.
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CalBike's Laura McCamy on Hometown Radio: Sam Cotton looks at proposed rebates for e-bikes.
920kvec.com/episode/hometo
#ebikes #electricbikes #rebateprogram
Cycling groups in San Joaquin and Motherlode are seeking information on roads that pose a danger to riders due to insufficient maintenance, including a lack of sweeping and debris removal. The aim is to pinpoint areas in need of improvement.
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A growing number of #bicyclefriendly communities across the United States – now 501 in all 50 states – have been cited for their efforts to make cycling safer, easier, and more accessible, as a means of transportation and for recreation.
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Dubai is planning to build a 93 km (57-mile) enclosed bicycle and walking path, named the Loop, to promote cycling and walking as the primary mode of transport for daily commutes.
newatlas.com/bicycles/loop-
.atlas #DubaiLoop #CycleDubai #UrbDesign #SustainableTransport
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Growing and supporting a community of women/girls of color who share a passion for cycling. Proving that #blackgirlsbike for fun, function, fitness & freedom.
blackgirlsdobike.org
@blackgirlsdobike #WomenOfColorCycling #CyclingForFun #CyclingForFitness #CyclingForFreedom
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Swedish company Cake has released the Äik e-bike and cargo trailer, a powerful utility bike that can reach speeds of up to 20 mph and carry 176 lbs of cargo.
electrifynews.com/news/meet-the-
#CakeÄik #eBike #CargoTrailer #UtilityBike #ElectricBicycle
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A cyclist had the nerve to feel "entitled" to a safe bike ride. But the San Francisco Fire Department thinks it's more important to park wherever they please, even when it's not an emergency.
sf.streetsblog.org/2023/01/31/ent
#CyclingRights #ProtectedBikeLanes
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Since the federal government failed to deliver on #ebike incentives, states and cities are stepping up to get Americans riding on two wheels.
thedailybeast.com/forget-tesla-a
#lowcosttransportation #micromobility #urbancycling #bikeinfrastructure
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626 Golden Streets returns on April 16. CicLAvia hosts 8 events in 2023, starting February 16 in the West San Fernando Valley. Save the dates!
la.streetsblog.org/2023/01/30/lot
#cyclingevents #CicLAvia #openstreets
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More than half of the U.S. population will live in cities or counties with a #SafeStreets action plan in place, thanks to a wave of new funding from Washington.
usa.streetsblog.org/2023/02/02/hal
#transportation #VisionZero #sustainabletransport #sustainablecity
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David Edmondson finds that #ebike subsidies are 2.9 times more effective per dollar at displacing gasoline-fueled travel miles than zero-emission vehicle subsidies.
ggwash.org/view/88025/ana
#electricbikes #micromobility #bicycle #bikeshare
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Nostalgia is appealing in the technology-driven world of cycling, where we look back at the classic era of just two wheels and a few gears. These images showcase old-school gear highlighting the progress made in the sport over time.
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The Lamoille Valley Rail Trail, a 93-mile railway-turned-pedestrian trail in Vermont, will become New England's longest when it is completed in the spring.
travelandleisure.com/new-vermont-ra
@travelandleisure #RailTrail #VermontTrails #BikingVermont #HikingVermont #OutdoorRecreation
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The California Air Resources Board, with support from local organizations, is launching the Electric Bicycle Incentive Project this spring to make e-bikes more affordable for everyone.
kpbs.org/news/local/202
#ElectricBikes #Ebikes #Cycling #SustainableTransportation
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Check out the latest articles, editorials, news features, and podcasts from Calbike. Visit Calbike In the News page: calbike.org/calbike-in-the
#California #bicycling #cyclingnews #micromobility
There are many reasons to love the classic bike, the most energy-efficient vehicle, and the most fun you can have on two wheels.
calbike.org/in-praise-of-t
#bicycling #SustainableCommuting #happycycling #bikeriding
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A first look at 2023 #activetransportation bills: there are already a few exciting bills, with many more to come in this legislative session.
calbike.org/first-look-at-
#transportation #urbanmobility #saferstreet #cycling #sustainablemobility
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Citi Bike told its 215,000 members the bad news: Annual memberships will rise to $205 from the current $185. And electric bikes will cost 17 cents per minute instead of 15 cents per minute.
nyc.streetsblog.org/2022/12/29/cit
#bikesharesystem #citibike #micromobility
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Vega Brhely believed that it was high time for the women in her community to be able to cycle together. She saw cycling as a source of liberation and happiness, enabling her to connect with her surroundings through a combination of sensory experiences.
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Discover the biggest underwater bicycle parking garage in Amsterdam, De Pijp neighborhood with 7,000 spots. It's not the largest globally, with Utrecht holding that title with 12,500 spots.
bicycling.com/culture/a42679
#AmsterdamBicycleParking #CyclingInfrastructure
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Loneliness can be alleviated by designing cities in ways that promote social interactions and a sense of connection. Research has shown that access to community centers, natural spaces, and good transport options can decrease loneliness.
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There are many destinations in America that offer great opportunities for #cycling as well as vibrant city life and warm weather. Check out these 5 areas:
momentummag.com/bicycle-friend
#cyclingdestinations #biketouring #adventurecycling #happycycling
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The Dutch capital spent $65 million to create a parking structure that can store 7,000 bicycles in a submerged facility at the city’s central train station.
bloomberg.com/news/articles/
#bicycles #bicycleinfrastructure #bikegarage #cycling
Black History Month grew from a weeklong celebration that started nearly 100 years ago — and it's not random that it's in February.
npr.org/2022/02/01/107
#blackhistorymonth #blacklivesmatter #blackexcellence #blackhistory
Washington could be the next state to repeal #jaywalking laws. While the repeal could address racial and social justice issues, the effort could also lead the conversation toward a more just and safe street design.
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This free workshop is available to communities all across the state. Applications to be a 2023 Community Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Training (CPBST) site will open in late January 2023. #bikesafety
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The Seventh Annual Ride & Walk 4 Art on March 19, 2023 offers a variety of fun for everyone in West Calaveras County. It has three bicycle ride choices—30, 45, and 70 miles—or a 4.5 mile walk along New Hogan Lake. @Motherlodebike
Register here:
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These overarching trends affect the decisions communities are making around transportation design, street space, housing, and revitalizing downtowns that have struggled with fewer office workers.
smartcitiesdive.com/news/smart-cit
#transportation #urbanmobility
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Cyclists are struck by cars on U.S. roads every day. Ian Lockwood, though, may be one of the only ones who’s ever been struck by a boat.
usa.streetsblog.org/2023/01/18/whe
#roadsafety #saferstreet #cycling
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🚨 Now Hiring: Full-Time Executive Director
We are seeking an executive director to continue its record of successful active transportation advocacy and lead the organization as it continues to expand its reach and impact.
calbike.org/about_us/caree
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Rob and Chris both rode hardtail mountain bikes with 120mm front suspension and 2.6 tires front and rear for a backpacking trip. Steelbender and Lockhart Basin have chunky terrain and the bigger tires and front sus provide a more comfortable ride.
Refusing to let amputation sideline him from sport, Jake Woods is rebuilding his athletic career – only this time it’s his hands turning the pedals.
cyclingweekly.com/fitness/i-was-
@cyclingweeklymagazine #handbike #pedalling #handcyclist
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ECF highlights the importance of road safety audits and reports some examples on how the Dutch province of North Brabant keeps its roads safe for cyclists.
ecf.com/news-and-event
@eucyclistsfederation #roadsafety #saferstreet #cycling
The annual world cycling summit reveals its conference programme of seven high-level plenaries and 66 parallel sessions around the theme: #LeadingTheTransition.
Get the tickets here: ecf.com/news-and-event
#cycling #activemobility #urbanplanning
As pandemic measures have eased and life is more-or-less normal, cities are moving to make that new safe cycling infrastructure permanent.
momentummag.com/three-cities-m
#cyclinginfrastructure #bikeexpansion #bikelane #bicycling
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UC Berkeley SafeTREC and California Walks are excited to announce applications are now open for our 2023 Community Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Training (CPBST) program!
safetrec.berkeley.edu/programs/cpbst
#bicyclesafetytraining #activetransportation #California
The only way to “solve” traffic is to take cars off the roads – by either incentivizing other, more sustainable modes of transportation such as mass transit/bicycling or by creating car-free zones in cities which return the public realm back to the public. linkedin.com/pulse/automobi
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California utopians, including those holding public office, envision a state that by 2045 will have achieved zero net emissions of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases.
calmatters.org/commentary/202
#climateaction #climatechange #climatecrisis #sustainability
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The community-led Blue Bikes is showing how a nonprofit model can serve residents' needs.
grist.org/solutions/new-
#bikeshareprogram #micromobility #urbanmobility #bikeplan
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