As promised, a continuation of the Critical Mass (Bike Happenings) around the world. Even though all of these locations are scattered worldwide, once you’re on a bike with a large group of people, the feeling can be the same.
This one in Vancouver, Canada.
https://vimeo.com/1394414
As promised, a continuation of the Critical Mass (Bike Happenings) around the world. Even though all of these locations are scattered worldwide, once you’re on a bike with a large group of people, the feeling can be the same.
This one in Vilnius, Lithuania.
As promised, a continuation of the Critical Mass (Bike Happenings) around the world. Even though all of these locations are scattered worldwide, once you’re on a bike with a large group of people, the feeling can be the same.
This one in Los Angeles, California.
https://vimeo.com/5041329
Critical Mass (what we know as Bike Happening) here in San Luis Obispo, is quite an event held throughout cities across the globe. Here at the Coalition, we have decided to do a series of posts sharing what our friends around the world are doing at their Bike Happenings.
Below is a glimpse of what it’s like in Budapest, Hungary. The very end of the video has some great shots of thousands of people gathered with their bikes, enjoy!
The following is a great video by a group called California is a Place, which makes amazing videos aimed at sharing experiences from all walks of life throughout the Golden State.
This video highlights an individual in East Oakland who focuses his energy on creating unique bikes, scrapers, to ride around the city in, his way of expressing his creativity in the city landscape. His story is inspiring and beautifully captured here in this video, an inspiration for all of us to jump on our bikes!
over 400 cyclists in london gathered on april 10th for their 2nd annual tweed run. the concept of a tweed run is to dress up in the turn of the century “tweed wear”, ride your bikes around and bask in the nostalgia of what life and styles were like a decade ago.
the ride was 12 miles throughout the city, and included a break for tea in the middle, accompanied by a three string orchestra, and prizes for best styles. the event ended up raising about $1,500 for bikes4africa, an organization that helps send bikes to africa for schoolchildren to commute on!
additional photos can be found on their flickr stream here.
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this all leads up to the ultimate question: would you participate in a tweed ride in san luis obispo county? why or why not? we’d love to hear your feedback!
The SLO County Bicycle Coalition has been working hard these past few months, on key initiatives throughout the county that could bring better bicycle facilities for all. Below is a brief update on the Coalition in the news!
Recently, we were mentioned by MindBody online in their article in Outdoor Magazine, where they were named one of the top 50 places to work in the country! Congrats to MindBody, and thanks for mentioning the Coalition!
“We are a member of the San Luis Obispo Bike Coalition and ‘home office’ bikes are available for commuting employees to use on their lunch breaks to run errands or get some exercise. Our office building has bike room storage and men’s and women’s showers meant to encourage biking and working out on lunch breaks.”
-Excerpt from Outdoor Magazine’s article, “50 Best Places to Work“
The Mustang Daily also did an article highlighting May’s 2010 Bike Month, as hosted by Rideshare. Our executive director, Dan Rivoire, was interviewed, along with our friend Kelsie Greer from Rideshare.
“We want the valet parking at community events to encourage new people to get on their bikes and remind them of how fun and efficient it is to get around on a bike,” said Bike Coalition executive director Dan Rivoire.
-Excerpt from Mustang Daily’s article, “Bicyclists Hit the Roads in Month-Long Competition“
The San Luis Obispo Tribune also did an article about Bike Month, pointing out some of the events of the month, and showcasing the hard work put in by Rideshare and the Coalition.
“Bike Month officially began Saturday with a parade of riders through the Arroyo Grande Village. San Luis Obispo County Bicycle Coalition members also led various rides for people eager to try cycling.”
-Brief excerpt from SLO Tribune’s article, “SLO County kicks off Bike Month“
If you hear of any Coalition news or events in the news, feel free to send us links or articles. We are always looking to spread the word and gather support for bicycles in the County, after all, we exist because of our dedicated members and bicyclists like you!
To join the Coalition, head over to our website, the more members we have, the more powerful our voice is when advocating for better bicycle and walking facilities, encouraging active healthy lifestyles for everyone!
The folks over at Copenhagen Parts have created an integrated basket/handlebar system with minimal detailing. This concept may easily influence those who are inclined to weld something themselves, adding a fully functional basket to the front of their bike, allowing simple lines and functional aesthetic.
