Advocacy Alert

Save Bicycling & Walking TODAY!

ACT NOW to Save Bicycling and Walking in the Transportation Bill! 

If we don’t act now, dedicated funding for biking and walking programs may be written out of our transportation system for the next six years.

Take 5 minutes today to call or email Senator Boxer.

We need Californians to take action TODAY! We found out late last night that the U.S. Senate’s Environment and Public Works Committee is deciding what goes into the next federal transportation bill today and tomorrow.

Senator Barbara Boxer is the chair of this committee. We need you to get word to her ASAP that we’re counting on her continued support for dedicated funding for biking and walking.

Currently, she is negotiating with other Senators who don’t think bicycling and walking are an important part of the transportation bill, she needs to know we don’t want her to give up on these crucial programs.

It’s simple, use the wording below in your message to Sen. Boxer:

“I am one of your constituents and I think bicycling and walking need to be a part of the transportation bill. Please ensure that Transportation Enhancements, Safe Routes to School and the Recreational Trails programs continue with strong and dedicated funding as they are today.”

Send Sen. Boxer an email HERE.

Calling Sen. Boxer’s office is also extremely effective: (202) 224-3553.

Thank you all for your help. And, please forward this to your friends and family in California. We need a big turnout to make a difference!

Kidical Mass is Next Thursday!

Join us for the first Kidical Mass of the 2011 season, with a Cinco de Mayo theme!

The ride is open to kids of all ages and is a great chance for parents to teach their kids to ride smart. Everyone has a blast as we are on our bikes through town on a short ride before we end in the Mission for t-shirts, and discounts at the Creeky Tiki.

Bring your friends, the more the merrier!

Check out photos from last years Kidical Mass rides.

April 16 FREE Bike Ed Workshop

You have a legal right to be on the road and we’ll give you the tools to make it easy. Our workshops teach traffic psychology and techniques that will empower you while you ride.

When: Saturday, April 16th   12:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Where: Coalition Office, 860 Pacific St, Suite 105, San Luis Obispo [map]

Why: With confidence, bicycling is a safe and enjoyable way to travel. Join the movement!

How: More details can be found online. Sign up for free online here.

Bicycle Collision Statistics

Ever wondered what causes bicycle collisions? The answers might surprise you!

Still worried about crashing? Take one of our free Education Workshops to learn some techniques to avoid them while riding on the road.

Of the 18% involving motor vehicles…

2011 Bike Ed Workshops

2011 Bike Ed Workshops

The Coalition has announced the lineup for this year’s Bike Ed Workshops! As usual, all workshops are free, with sign-ups online at SLOBikeEd.org , feel free to spread the word to anyone you know who wants to feel confident on two wheels.

Workshop Dates: March 19th, April 16th, May 14th & 21st, July 16th, August 20th and September 17th

All workshops are held at the Coalition Headquarters on the corner of Morro & Pacific St in SLO.

You have a legal right to be on the road,  our workshops give you the tools to make it easy and leave you feeling great riding your bike around town

Madonna Bike Path Dedication

Join us on Friday, February 18th at 3:00 as the Madonna Inn Bike Path is formally opened!

We will all ride the path together, and have a group photo op to celebrate this great new facility. The dedication will take place in the north part of the Madonna Inn parking lot, please bike or walk to the celebration if you can. We hope to see you there!

Hosted by the City of San Luis Obispo, Madonna Inn, Air Pollution Control District and CalTrans

DIY Bike Lanes in Mexico

A group of activists/students/teachers/community members teamed up to create their own bicycle infrastructure in Guadalajara, Mexico as a way to keep themselves safe while biking in the congested city. “Guerilla” bike lanes have been created elsewhere, as a way to raise awareness about bicycle safety on busy roadways, this group even installed a bike box!

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Read more about their efforts here.

Disclaimer: The Coalition does not endorse any activities of this nature in SLO County