Tag Archives: biking

Three advocacy groups considering merger

Posted on February 24, 2012 by aa

SAN DIEGO, CA (BRAIN) Feb 22, 14:40 MT—Three of the U.S.’s most powerful bicycle advocacy groups are considering merging their organizations. Representatives from the Alliance for Biking & Walking, the League of American Bicyclists and Bikes Belong met in San … Continue reading →

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2nd Annual Mt Bike Adventure Tour Across Nevada

Posted on February 10, 2012 by aa

Mountain Bike Across Nevada is a 10 day 500 plus mile mountain bike tour across northern Nevada. This is a fully supported adventure that follows along the Great Basin Bike Route. MTBNV 2012 Itinerary              Mileage  … Continue reading →

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Act Now on Key Transportation Votes

Posted on February 9, 2012 by aa

We need you to help us maintain pressure on Congress for a smart, modern transportation bill. Both chambers of Congress are moving towards floor debates on their versions of the bill, so we are again asking you to take action. … Continue reading →

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The “I Didn’t See the Cyclist” Defense | Road Rights | Bicycling.com

Posted on February 2, 2012 by aa

The “Ignorance is Bliss” Defense By Bob Mionske “I didn’t see the cyclist.” It’s the most common explanation motorists offer after hitting a rider. Even though the cyclist was wearing high-visibility clothing. Or was well-lit. Or was riding in broad … Continue reading →

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Riding a Bike While Under the Influence

Posted on January 27, 2012 by aa

States and courts are split on the subject of drunk biking. Some people automatically doubt the amount of harm a bicyclist can cause to others, considering the nature of a bicycle. However, some states and their laws acknowledge that, even … Continue reading →

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Ask Your Representative to Preserve Biking and Walking

Posted on January 26, 2012 by aa

Ask Your Representative to Preserve Biking and Walking Transportation Committee votes on biking and walking funding next week  TAKE ACTION HERE:  http://www.capwiz.com/lab/issues/alert/?alertid=60787356#.TyFP-PYH7cU On Thursday, February 2, we expect the House Transportation Committee to vote on the American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs … Continue reading →

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NY/NJ Trail Conference Winter 2012 Meeting in NYC

Posted on January 21, 2012 by aa

Thursday, February 9: Annual Winter Meeting in New York City, at The Assembly Hall, Community Church of New York, 40 East 35th Street, New York, NY 10016. Event is Free but advance registration is requested! Click here to RSVP and … Continue reading →

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Get On Your Bike And Ride – The Beginner Cyclist

Posted on January 1, 2012 by aa

Happy New Year! So, 2012 is here and you have made your New Years resolutions…Get in shape, lose weight, exercise, get that bicycle out of the garage and dust it off and start to ride…Well, here is a little help. … Continue reading →

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