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*UPDATE* Call for a Bicycle Friendly Highway One

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As a follow up to our post earlier this week regarding a recent resurfacing of Highway 1, this issue has gained attention on the local, state and national level from a few of our partners.

From the SLO Tribune, photo by Lyman Evans.

From the SLO Tribune, photo by Lyman Evans.

Local – On Wednesday, January 9th, at the monthly SLOCOG Board Meeting, over 60 people showed up to show support for a fix of this new road surface. Multiple local news stories have covered the issue, and the conversation is growing.

State – Our friends at the California Bicycle Coalition in Sacramento are aware of the issue, and we are working closely with them as well.

National – Adventure Cycling Association, a national group representing over 45,000 members, wrote an insightful blog post on the issue. They cite this Pacific Coast route as it’s most popular bicycle tourism route.

You – Add your voice to the nearly 600 people who have already signed the online petition, and we will be sure to keep you updated as the process unfolds.

Potholes, some several inches deep, are seen outlined in the bike lane after having been camouflaged by the repaving. SLO Tribune. Photo by Joe Johnston

Potholes, some several inches deep, are seen outlined in the bike lane after having been camouflaged by the repaving. From the SLO Tribune. Photo by Joe Johnston

Advocacy Alert

Call for a Bicycle Friendly Highway One

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Join the incredibly strong voice of people in the Central Coast that want to see Highway 1 safe for bikes and sign this petition to express your concern to CalTrans. Petition here.

The Facts: 

  1. CalTrans resurfaced (thin layer of chip seal) a segment of Highway 1 North of Cambria in late 2012.
  2. The rock aggregate used in the resurfacing is rough and makes riding a bike challenging (see images).
  3. One person has already crashed as a result of the new road surface.
  4. CalTrans has stated that the roadway will become smooth over time and stands behind the resurfacing work for economic rationale.

The San Luis Obispo County Bicycle Coalition strongly supports the voice of hoteliers, restauranteurs, business owners, community members, nonprofits, and people who ride bikes that are asking CalTrans to provide a solution to this problem. Safe conditions for cycling on Highway 1 are essential to our economic vitality and community wellbeing through opportunities for recreational tourism, active local residents, and nonprofit fundraising endeavors. Together we can make Highway 1 great.

A few images of the new road surface: 

Zoomed way out (old surface top vs new surface bottom)

Zoomed way out (old surface top vs new surface bottom)

Zoomed closer (old surface top vs new surface bottom)

Zoomed closer (old surface top vs new surface bottom)

Super zoom (new surface only)

Super zoom (new surface only)

Sign the online petition to restore bicycle riding on Highway One in Northern SLO County here.

2012 Bicycle Coalition Survey

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It’s that time of the year… the time where the Bicycle Coalition reflects on the major accomplishments of 2012 and looks to the future for what 2013 has in store! We’d love your feedback as we move forward.

It doesn’t matter if you’re a member, volunteer, ride bikes, are afraid of heights, or enjoy anchovies, EVERYONE is welcome to take our survey. Thanks in advance for your help and support, we can’t wait for 2013 and the amazing things we have to look forward to.

2012 Election Questionnaires

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The Bicycle Coalition sent the following questions to all candidates running for office throughout the Central Coast:
  1. In your opinion, how do biking and walking fit into the transportation system in your community/district?
  2. Would you like to increase or decrease the number of people biking and walking for transportation and recreation in your community/district, why?
  3. What steps would you take to increase or decrease the number of people biking and walking for transportation and recreation in your community/district?
  4. What specific accomplishments/qualifications demonstrate your capacity to improve the transportation system in your community/district?
  5. What else should members of the San Luis Obispo County Bicycle Coalition know about you before going to the polls?

All questionnaires returned to the Bicycle Coalition can be viewed/downloaded as a pdf, sorted by jurisdiction by clicking here. (Simply click on the right hand column to view the answers from any given candidate)

The SLO County Bicycle Coalition does not and has not endorsed any candidate running for office.

The information contained in this pdf is intended for informational purposes only.

Concerts in the Park

Bike Valet at SLO GranFondo

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Our Bike Valet will be at The SLO GranFondo this October!

Where: Mission Plaza, San Luis Obispo
When: Saturday October 20th, 7:30am – 4:00pm (Bike Valet from (9:00am – 4:00pm)

Our Bike Valet is back for the annual SLO GranFondo, presented by SLO Alpha and Hearst Cancer Resource Center at French Hospital Medical Center. The Bike Valet will be located in the Mission Plaza.

Check out their website for more information on joining us for a beautiful ride on the Central Coast.

Concerts in the Park

Bike Valet at Central Coast Classique

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Our Bike Valet will be at the Central Coast Classique this October!

Where: Arroyo Grande, Heritage Square Park
When: Sunday October 6th, 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Our Bike Valet is gearing up for the Central Coast Classique, a ride hosted by Creative Mediation and SLO Leaf. The Bike Valet will be located near the grandstand at Heritage Square Park.

Check out their website for more information on joining us for a ride along the beautiful Central Coast.

Concerts in the Park

Bike Valet at Pops by the Sea

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Where: Avila Beach Golf Resort, 6464 Ana Bay Dr, Avila Beach
When: Sunday August 5th, 2:30 – 6:00 pm (Valet from 2:00 – 6:30 pm)

Our Bike Valet is back for the annual Pops By the Sea concert, an event hosted by the SLO Symphony to celebrate music, community, and fun!

The Bike Valet will be located by the tennis courts on the far side of the venue as you enter from the Bob Jones trail.

Check out their website for more information on joining us for a concert in beautiful Avila Beach.

Happy Friday!

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We saw this awesome idea for a wall bicycle hanger and had to share it with you! Find the detailed instructions here. Kudos to Kyle Wilson for the genius idea.


Did you build one?! We’d LOVE to see it, share a photo with us on our facebook page…