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Bike Advocacy: Issues and Developments Facing Cyclists
There are many issues that can affect cyclists. From "complete streets" road design that includes consideration for bikes, to environmental issues, to simple requirements for bike racks as a part of new commercial construction, there are certainly things going on that affect you and your rights and priviledges as a rider and taxpayer. Find out more about them here.
All About the Bicycle Commuter Act
Effective January 1, 2009, bicyclists can benefit from a provision added to Internal Revenue Code, which previously covered only commuters who used mass transit and van pools.
Now, thanks to the change in the tax law, employers can reimburse their workers who bike to work for certain bike-related expenses. These reimbursements are not included in your overall pay, so you're not getting …
Critical Mass Bike Rides
Critical Mass is equal parts protest, demonstration and celebration of the rights of cyclists to own the road. Sometimes confrontational, Critical Mass bike rides are an assertion of cyclists' rights through a recapturing of city streets, usually in the middle of rush hour.
Blumenauer's Comments to Congress in Support of Bike-Friendly Legislation
Rep. Earl Blumenauer (Democrat, Oregon) made these comments to Congress in support of enacting bicycle-friendly legislation during the National Bike Summit.
If you Ride a Bike, You' re Either Poor, a Drunk, or Just Plain Weird
Society's bias is that you cycle to get places because you have to. You're either poor, a drunk who has lost your license, or just plain weird. Check out these statistics that give a better look at just who is out there riding a bike.
John Forester on Vehicular Cycling
An interview with John Forester, the creator of the Effective Cycling program
Bikes Are Not Transportation, Says U.S. Transportation Secretary
U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Mary Peters said that "bikes are not transportation" in a PBS interview. Find out more about her comments, and the reaction from the cycling community.
Wait! Bikes Really ARE Transportation, says USDOT Secretary.
U. S. Department of Transportation Mary Peters tried to explain her way out of an earlier mess where she said in an interview that "bikes are not transportation." Find out more about her clarifying comments, and the part II reaction from the cycling community.
Bike Friendly State Rankings
Here's a list of the 50 American states, listed in rank order from most bike-friendly to least bike-friendly.
What is a Ghost Bike?
Ghost bike - what is a ghost bike? Here's the definition of a ghost bike.
Recycling Tires and Tubes -- Best Uses for Old Bike Tires and Tubes
Hate to just pitch your old tubes and tires in the trash? Share your suggestions for the best options for reuse and recycling of bike tubes and tires.