Bike Fort Collins is optimistic for a productive year in 2021 and we look forward to continuing to provide quality programs and services. As always, Bike Fort Collins will continue to deliver the Safe Routes to School program as well as many more innovative initiatives and programs. New for this year, we've aligned our agenda and all our focus areas with the League's 5 E's. READ MORE
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Black History Month: Four Stories of Cycling Courage |
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During the month of February, Bike Fort Collins celebrated Black History Month with a different story each week celebrating black history in cycling via social media. From the 25th Infantry United States Bicycle Corps. of 1896 to the inspirational story of Olympian, Nelson Vails, we invite you to enjoy an overview of our Black History Month highlights. READ MORE
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You Know Me. I Ride a Bike. - Dr. Ray Black |
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In honor of Black History Month, Bike Fort Collins sat down (zoom style) with Dr. Ray Black for this month’s edition of You know Me. I Ride a Bike. Dr. Black is an assistant professor in ethnic studies with a focus on African American studies at the Colorado State University and we are extremely grateful for his time during the busy month of February.
Join us as we learn more about local cyclist, Dr. Ray Black and his bicycle journey. This month's You Know Me. I Ride a Bike. will conclude with a few thoughts on racial equity and inclusivity. READ MORE
Photo credit: Jillian Betterly
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BFC Presents Improvement Opportunities to BAC & the Transportation Board Again |
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In 4Q 2020, we had the opportunity to present three opportunities to the City's Bicycle Advisory Committee (BAC) and Transportation Board, where we (through our observations, as well as feedback from the community) saw the need for infrastructure improvement in order to make it more bicycle friendly and safe for those who ride bicycles. We had the chance to present three additional areas for improvement this past month. READ MORE
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Intersection / Facility Focus
This month's intersection/facility focus features the intersection of Elizabeth St and College Ave. Have you experienced conflict or felt unsafe at these intersections? This is a particularly popular route for CSU students and employees in their commute east/west across College Ave. We invite you to take the following survey as we work to improve the overall safety of our streets and improve overall bicycle infrastructure connectivity. Your voice matters!
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In our January issue, we conducted the same survey and posed the same questions for the Hickory St, College Ave, and Conifer St. intersection. Thank you to those who responded. READ RESULTS SUMMARY
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How well do you know the "Rules of the Road"? Take our quiz and test your knowledge. Take it for the first time, or refresh your knowledge and take it again. Repetition is the key to making it second nature, right? |
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It's Tax Season - Support "What Matters to You".....More Bikes & Safe Streets |
Last year an exciting new statewide program was introduced that enables Colorado residents to allocate any portion of your state income tax refund to make a difference in your community. When you file your taxes, look for the prompt to Donate to a Colorado Nonprofit and select Bike Fort Collins via our registration number (#20133000963).
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Membership Business Partners are business members of BFC, who also provide a special incentive (i.e. offer, discount or perk) for our individual and family members.
This month we want to highlight and thank Membership Business Partner:
Trek Bicycle Fort Collins South is your destination for the latest products from Trek and Bontrager, service and tune-ups for bikes of any brand, and a gathering place for riders of every interest. The TREK staff love to share their passion for cycling with the community, and are heavily involved in local events like Safe Routes to School and Bike to Work days. TREK is also very proud to have a Trek Women’s Advocate on staff who organizes rides (pre-COVID) and events focused on empowering female riders in the area. TREK South is lucky to be near paved city streets, popular road routes, and technical mountain bike trails, so we encourage you to stop in, gear up, and explore the area!
When you become a Bike Fort Collins members you also enjoy a 15% discount on all parts and accessories! A big thank you to TREK South for their support of Bike Fort Collins!
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Not a Member?
Become a member of Bike Fort Collins and help us build strength in numbers. We represent you and the next generation of cyclists by advocating for more funding, education, stronger policies, and better bikeways at the city, county, and regional level.
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Feb 28th - Mar 3rd
National Bike Summit
The 2021 National Bike Summit will take place online, February 28 - March 3, 2021, with daily sessions beginning at 1pm ET / 10am PT. This year’s theme is “Bikes: Our Vehicle for Change” in recognition of the power of bicycling to move us forward, even in the most challenging of times. READ MORE
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April 3rd
BFC Book Club
Join us on Saturday, April 3rd at 5pm as we conclude our discussion of the first book of the year, Bicycle/Race by Adonia E. Lugo, PhD. REGISTER HERE and receive our zoom link!
And don't forget, you can pick up a copy of Bicycle/Race at Old Firehouse Books and enjoy 20% off your purchase!
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Mark your calendars, a virtual Tour de Pie is in the works. For this year's Tour de Pie we are setting our sites on points west. Stay tuned for ride details and updates! READ MORE
Art credit: Mike Joos
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A special callout and thanks to the following BFC Business Members. We invite you to support these businesses/organizations whenever and however you can, as they support a similar passion for bicycling as we all do.
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Thank You for reading, and for your interest in and support of Bike Fort Collins.
Our mission is to increase participation in active transportation and advance bicycle culture and policy changes, creating safer streets and communities, while also creating an inclusive and empowering culture for all bicyclists, regardless of ability or identity.
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