Bikes Belong Latest News

New Video on the Benefits of Bike Commuting

superadmin — Tue, 06 May 2008 11:50:59 -0700

We think everyone should try commuting by bike, at least sometimes. It's good for your health, decreases road congestion, reduces polluting emissions, lessens our dependence on foreign oil, and adds some fun to the start of your day.

To make this case, Mat Barlow, our special projects coordinator, created a short video touting the many benefits of bike commuting. Check it out and send it to others. Help us spread this message far and wide.

Check out the video.

New Bicycle Friendly Communities Announced

superadmin — Thu, 01 May 2008 15:27:02 -0700

The League of American Bicyclists has awarded 11 new communities with the prestigious Bicycle Friendly Community designation. Eleven additional communities renewed their designations, with Portland, Oregon, advancing to platinum. Bikes Belong is a lead sponsor of the Bicycle Friendly Communities program, which recognizes cities that support bicycling and works to replicate their successes.

Complete Streets Bill Now in Both House and Senate

superadmin — Thu, 01 May 2008 14:38:34 -0700

Representative Doris Matsui (D-CA) took an important step for safer, better designed streets today by introducing the Safe and Complete Streets Act of 2008 into the U.S. House. The bill would make sure that roads built and improved with federal funds safely serve everyone using the roadway—including pedestrians, bicyclists, bus riders, as well as those with disabilities.

Bikes Belong Publishes 2007 Annual Report

superadmin — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 15:05:37 -0700

Bikes Belong just published its 2007 Annual Report, offering a comprehensive look at all of our projects and grants last year. The 32-page, full-color booklet was mailed to our members today.

A 2007 snapshot

It was a great year for Bikes Belong. We:

The Best National Bike Summit Yet

superadmin — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 13:26:04 -0700

The 2008 National Bike Summit, held March 4-7 in Washington, D.C., was the best one yet.

More than 500 people attended this eighth edition, included a record number of suppliers and retailers. Bikes Belong was well represented by more than 20 Coalition and Foundation board and staff members.