Silent Ride in Tribute to Cyclists Killed on the Road
Albany’s 6th Annual Ride of Silence was on Wednesday, May 16 starting at 6:00 PM and 6:30. Cyclists gathered at Albany’s Corning Preserve/Boat Launch and at West Capital Park/NYS Education Building for a silent tribute to riders killed or injured while cycling on local roads. The 20 riders were accompanied by a bicycle police officer from … Read more
Livingston Ave. Rail Road Bridge – TU Editorial, 5-21-12
Cycling Is The Way To Go May 21, 2012 by TU Editorial Board (NOTES ON POST – A there are several messages buried in this Times Union Editorial which I did not edit out. The important thing is that there is renewed support for the water level connection between Rensselaer and Albany Counties.) Our opinion: … Read more
Bicycle Expo 2012 Most Improved Event of 2012
The organizers of Bicycle Expo 2012 extend a big THANK YOU to all our vendors, co-sponsors, and supporters. We are particularly grateful to the hundreds of visitors who attended the event and supported the vendors. As we look back over the past four months of preparation, we are pleased with the help from our friends … Read more
Venders Add to the Energy of Bicycle Expo 2012
When you come to be Bicycle Expo 2012 this coming Sunday, May 6, visit our vendor/sponsors. A partial list includes the following: Albany Bike Rescue Albany Office of Energy and Sustainability Albany Police Department Ama’zin Ladeez Jewelry Bettie’s Cakes Broadway Bicycle Company Capital Bicycle Racing Team Capital District Transportation Authority/ipool2 Capital Car Share Catskill Cycles Crafts … Read more
Win Big at BIKE EXPO 2012
Through the generosity of our sponsor and vendors, Albany Bicycle Coalition will offer a number of raffle prizes at its Bicycle Expo 2012 The event is on Sunday, May 6, 10 AM – 4 PM at the Lakehouse in Washington Park – Albany. You can enter for one or all of the prizes and can enter … Read more
Only 5 Days Until Bicycle Expo 2012
2nd annual Albany Bike Expo, 10 am – 4 pm, this Sunday, May 6, Washington Park Lakehouse. It’s all about bringing together people who love bicycles, alternative transportation, sustainable living, and springtime in beautiful downtown Albany. Don’t forget the Tulips are in peak bloom so bring your bicycle and your camera. There will be bike shops, … Read more
2012 Bike EXPO
Did you hear? There is a Bike EXPO taking place in Albany on May 6th? And it’s FREE! Wow, am I excited! There is going to be so much to do. You can meet local riders, shops, and teams; participate in a ride, win prizes, or get your bike checked while you gobble down great … Read more
Bicycle Amenities in Burlington, VT
Cruising around the streets of Burlington a few weekends ago, we spotted these interesting city-installed bi cycle amenities: One of several “take back the streets” bicycle parking racks which occupies the same space as one standard motor vehicle parking place. As shown, the bicycle is completely sheltered by the rack and is not locked up on … Read more
Beginners Road Cycling Clinic, April 1st
Thought I’d share something from Jay Holiek’s Bike Blog. Due to the number of new cyclists and triathletes in our area who have expressed interest in road racing, the Mission in Motion Cycling team is offering a beginners clinic to introduce riders to the sport of road racing. The clinic will cover basic safety skills while riding … Read more
