Climate Smart and Future-Ready |
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Larimer County is in Phase 3 of a three-phase planning process to address climate change through mitigation and adaptation strategies intended to lessen impacts on community members and the county’s identified priorities and aspirations. BFC is excited to be part of the Phase 3 Implementation Planning Team. READ MORE
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In May 2021 the community voted to rezone the Hughes Stadium property. It's now zoned “Public Open Lands,” which allows the site to be used for parks, recreation, open lands, natural areas, and wildlife rescue and restoration. The city is in the process of determining the ultimate future of Hughes and they are seeking community input. Fort Collins needs a Bike Park. Now is the chance to let them know. Provide your input via a short 5-question survey by January 31st. READ MORE
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ICYMI: BFC Adds to "Let's Ride" Video Series |
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Building upon the work BFC began in 2021 in partnership with the Larimer County Department of Health and the Built Environment, where we created three initial videos in a “Let’s Ride” series showcasing the safe route to school from three mobile home parks to their respective middle schools, we’ve added three more safe route videos. SEE VIDEOS HERE
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Intersection / Facility Focus - E. Harmony Rd. & Ziegler Rd. |
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For this month's intersection/facility focus we look at the intersection of East Harmony Road and Ziegler Road. What has your bicycle experience been at this intersection? Have you experienced any bicycle/vehicle conflict here, near misses, or unsafe behavior? Please take the survey, your voice matters! |
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In our December issue, we conducted the same survey and posed the same questions for the intersection of W. Mountain Avenue and N. Shields Street. Thank you to those who responded. READ RESULTS SUMMARY
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Moving People Forward - Bicycle Colorado |
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February 6th
This year’s program is titled Critical Measures. Colorado’s transportation system planning was built on an assumption that vehicle throughput was the ultimate measure. Today, Colorado is working to change how we measure success in transportation by incorporating the human impacts.
Keynote and panel discussion will unpack the choices—and highlight the opportunities—for state and local leaders to lead with a multimodal focus.
The conference is Monday, February 6, 2023 at the Embassy Suites Downtown Denver. READ MORE
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Winter Bike to Work Day / Bike From Work Bash |
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February 10th
Please also join us at the Bike From Work Bash from 3pm to 6pm at Odell's Brewery with fun giveaways and drawings from local businesses such as TOPO Designs, Brave New Wheel, TREK North and More!
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Bike Fort Collins - Monthly Happy Hour |
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February 16th
Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month for our monthly happy hour. Starting at 5:30 p.m. Equinox Brewing located at 133 Remington St., and enjoy a dollar off your first beer. It's an evening of BFC camaraderie! See you in February (February 16th). FACEBOOK EVENT LINK
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Transportation Projects Fair 2023 |
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February 23rd
The City of Fort Collins is hosting a Transportation Projects Fair on Thursday, February 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Fort Collins Senior Center. This crowd favorite open house-style event will allow members of the public to browse a variety of short and long term projects planned throughout the city and talk to city staff and regional partners. Refreshments will be served and an interpreter will be available.
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March 14th
The annual Tour de Pi(e) will take place on Tuesday, March 14th, 2023 and includes three stops featuring three premier pie makers in Fort Collins. Join us on this wonky math day as we wind through town for 10-ish miles, enjoying the perfect ratio of pie and beverage along the way. READ MORE
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National Bike Summit - League of American Bicyclists |
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March 26th - 29th
The 23rd Annual National Bike Summit will take place Sunday, March 26 - Wednesday, March 29, 2023. At the 2023 National Bike Summit, attendees will convene around the theme of Choosing Our Future.
As 2022 has presented individuals and institutions with a host of transformational opportunities, there are many choices ahead about how the bike movement can shape the future for the next generation, from climate change to racial equity. READ MORE
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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.
Pi Chai and Pi Matcha owners, Jennifer and Herman Lopez are committed to producing the highest quality, all natural , delicious tasting chai and matcha latte mixes. These beautifully crafted matcha latte mixes are a harmonious combination of velvety smooth premium Japanese matcha and unique proprietary flavor blends that taste extraordinary and divinely delicious.
Members receive 10% off online orders. Offer code provided with membership.
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Not a Member?
Become a member of Bike Fort Collins for as low as $25 annually, 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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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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