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Gear Up for Local Bike Shops: Why Your Neighborhood Shop Needs You
The UK Supports Local Bike Shop Week, Remember Bike Shops? There is nothing like the look, the feel, and the smell of a local bike shop. The warmth, smiles and enthusiasm that comes from a small staff that are true “owners” of the business that they love. In the US we have become so consumed with the big box price points, that we have lost site of a part of our culture in cycling, and ... Read more
55 years ago, 1,200 Portlanders joined bike ride to demand carfree space
By: Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor), Bike Portland Portland has a long and interesting bicycling history — from the ‘1896 Cyclists Road Map‘ printed long before cars were sold, to elected officials who biked to City Hall long before the term “bike friendly city” existed and the modern, massive group rides that grab global attention. I’ve shared that history on BikePortland over the years. And now, a recent photo shared by City of Portland archivists on the Vintage ... Read more
Boarderlands Gravel Transcends The Line On A Map Where 2 Countries Meet
By: Sean Benesh, Contributing Author The Arizona borderlands is a geographic and cultural region on the northern side of the Arizona-Mexico border. To talk about the borderlands area as a whole transcends the line on the map and is where the two countries meet. While the topic of the border has been hotly contested in the political theater of this election cycle, the history of the border shows it’s not only been complicated, but the ... Read more
Pedals, Pints, and Purpose: Why the Bikes & Beers Series is the Ultimate Cycling Experience
There is a beautiful logic to the combination of bikes and beer. Cycling, after all, is a sport built on ritual — the pre-ride espresso that sharpens the mind, the post-ride pint that rewards the legs, and the unhurried hours in between spent talking about routes, gear, and the next great adventure. While many local group rides end at a favorite watering hole, one organization has taken this perfect pairing and elevated it into a ... Read more
Could Refurbished E-Bikes Be the Secret Weapon of the Livable Streets Movement?
By: Kea Wilson, Streetsblog USA A high-quality used market could be the boost America needs to get would-be riders off the sidelines and into the saddle, a new report argues. A robust refurbished e-bike market could be the secret weapon we need to get more Americans riding — and it would also help stretch rebate dollars and steer buyers away from illegal e-motos that are giving the mode a bad name, new report suggests. A nationwide ... Read more
Bikes, Beers & Beans: 20 Amazing U.S. Bike Shops That Are Also Tap Houses And Coffee Shops
There is a beautiful logic to the combination of bikes, beer, and coffee. Cycling, after all, is a sport built on ritual — the pre-ride espresso that sharpens the mind, the post-ride pint that rewards the legs, and the unhurried hours in between spent talking about routes, gear, and the next great adventure. Across the United States, a growing number of visionary shop owners have recognized this truth and built something extraordinary: spaces where you ... Read more
10 Of The Top Cycling & Bike Paths In The United States NOT to Miss
From the rugged coastlines of the Pacific Northwest to the sun-drenched keys of Florida, the United States offers a vast and diverse tapestry of landscapes best explored on two wheels. The rise of the “rails-to-trails” movement, coupled with the designation of scenic byways as bicycle-friendly routes, has unlocked thousands of miles of unparalleled cycling opportunities for riders of all abilities. Whether you seek the gentle grade of a converted railway, the epic challenge of a ... Read more
The Cactus Cup: The Least Intimidating, Most Fun Mountain Bike Stage Race
By Jessica McWhirt I’m sitting in the backseat of Marc’s truck, the sun hasn’t peeked over the mountain range just yet, and SiriusXM radio is playing quiet enough to hear the wheels rolling along the Arizona highway. We have a 14-hour drive ahead of us. I get comfy (as comfy as I can for a 14-hour car drive). I’m coming home with a second-place finish and a newfound respect for homeowners. You see, my partner, ... Read more
Bucket List Cycling Resorts in the United States
Whether you’re seeking the thrill of a challenging mountain descent, the scenic beauty of a gravel road, or the camaraderie of a group ride, there’s a growing number of cycling resorts in the United States. We are sure there is one that’s perfect for you. These destinations offer more than just a place to stay; they provide a complete cycling experience, with amenities and communities dedicated to the sport. Some of these are specifically modeled ... Read more
Repeat Texting Driver Who Killed Cyclist Set for Early Release-Family Calls It “A Slap in the Face”
A California family is reeling after learning that the woman convicted of killing their 21-year-old son in a distracted-driving crash will be released from prison years earlier than expected, and this is despite it being her fourth at-fault crash while using her phone. In 2020, Benjamin Montalvo was riding his bicycle with friends in Corona, California, when Neomi Velado, then 28, struck him with her car. Prosecutors said Velado had been texting her boyfriend at ... Read more
