Feb 9th, 2012 at 4:00PM: At last, an urban bike share program is coming to New York City, and planners are involving city residents through community workshops, bike demos, and an online map system for suggesting station locations.
Organized by the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) and Alta Bicycle Share, the program will be funded by private sponsorship and user fees. Though a fee schedule has not ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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New York City bike share program coming in Summer 2012
Feb 9th, 2012 at 4:00PM: At last, an urban bike share program is coming to New York City, and planners are involving city residents through community workshops, bike demos, and an online map system for suggesting station locations.
Organized by the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) and Alta Bicycle Share, the program will be funded by private sponsorship and user fees. Though a fee schedule has not ...Travel company to host third annual cycling film festival
Jan 20th, 2012 at 8:00AM: Ciclismo Classico, an adventure travel company that specializes in bike tours, has put out a call for entries for their third annual film festival to be held later this spring. The event gives aspiring filmmakers the chance to show off their skills, while also earning them an opportunity to win a cycling trip of their choice.
The event, which is the only film fest in the U.S. dedicated solely ...Tierra Patagonia hotel and spa opens in Chilean Patagonia
Dec 25th, 2011 at 9:00AM: Travelers who enjoy a little luxury mixed in with their adventure now have a new option when visiting southern Chile. Earlier this week, Tierra Patagonia opened for business, giving visitors a chance to experience the iconic Patagonia wilderness without having to sacrifice on the creature comforts.
Located on the edge of Chile's famous Torres del Paine National Park, Tierra Patagonia is an all ...New Book celebrates 10 years of the Tour d'Afrique
Dec 13th, 2011 at 8:00AM: The Tour d'Afrique is a legendary cycling event that runs from Cairo to Cape Town on an annual basis. Covering more than 7500 miles, and requiring four months to complete, the Tour is a popular "bucket list" item for adventure travelers and cyclists the world over. This year, the Tour d'Afrique commemorates its tenth anniversary, and to celebrate, the company behind the epic event has released a ...2012 USA Pro Cycling Challenge route announced
Dec 10th, 2011 at 9:00AM: Organizers of the USA Pro Cycling Challenge have announced the dates and route for the 2012 edition of the race, which will once again take place in Colorado. This year, the state played host to the inaugural event, which saw some of the world's top cyclists competing on a course that involved plenty of climbing and altitude.
The 2012 version of the Pro Cycling Challenge will get underway on ...Angkor Wat Bike Race attracts cyclists for charity
Dec 6th, 2011 at 12:00PM:
This past weekend, more than 600 cyclists turned out at dawn for the annual Angkor Wat Bike Race and Ride at the temple complex outside Siem Reap, Cambodia. As the sun rose behind the main temple, cyclists shot off to tackle a 100 kilometer course, a 30 kilometer course, and a breezier 17 kilometer course.
I'm hard pressed to think of a more magical way to experience the temples of ...Bound South: 3 brothers cycle from Alaska to Argentina to raise money for charity
Nov 26th, 2011 at 11:00AM: Every once in awhile, I read something really inspirational that makes me see the real potential of society. After learning about the Berg brother's bike ride from Anchorage, Alaska, to Patagonia in Argentina, to raise money to build a house for the Lake Agassiz Chapter of Habitat for Humanity, I knew it was one of those times.
Since August 11, 2011, Nathan Berg, 24, Isaiah Berg, 22, and David ...Amsterdam's booming Eastern Harbor
Nov 16th, 2011 at 1:00PM:
Amsterdam is a beautiful city famous for its narrow canal houses that during its golden age served as both homes and warehouses for merchant families waiting for their ship to come in. The historic heart of Amsterdam is an architectural treasure, and the Dutch didn't stop building innovative spaces in the modern times. One of Amsterdam's newest expansions is the Eastern Harbor Area.
A century ...Video: South African biker saves calf from drowning
Oct 24th, 2011 at 3:30PM: This guy must be related to MacGyver. While participating in the qualification trials for the Amageza Run, South African motorcyclist Johan Gray didn't think twice about stopping to save a baby calf who had gotten separated from the herd and fallen into a canal. While it took him a few tries, Gray was able to use his ingenuity to save the animal and bring him home. Thankfully, he was able to ...
International Mountain Bicycling Association launches "Destinations" program
Sep 28th, 2011 at 9:30AM: The International Mountain Bicycling Association has announced the launch of Destinations, a new program designed to help mountain biking enthusiasts discover places to ride across the globe. The new initiative helps travelers connect with tour operators, bike rental companies, lodges, and more.
The IMBA hopes that Destinations will become a popular resource for mountain bikers and has built a ...The USA Pro Cycling Challenge begins tomorrow
Aug 21st, 2011 at 9:00AM: The inaugural USA Pro Cycling Challenge gets underway tomorrow in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where 128 of the best riders in the world are preparing to take on one of the toughest courses ever created. The route features long climbs, harrowing descents, hairpin turns, and more altitude than any other pro-cycling event in history. The first day of the competition features a short five mile ...Take a cycling holiday through Australia's state of Victoria
Aug 14th, 2011 at 10:00AM: Following the big win by Aussie Cadel Evans in the Tour de France this year, it is safe to say that cycling fever has hit Down Under. But Australia has had a long tradition of cycling that dates back to well before Evans' breakout performance at Le Tour. For example, the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride, is a nine-day biking holiday that is entering its 28th year.
This November, Victoria is ...Connecticut Beer Trail holds second official "Bikes and Beers" tour in Granby July 31st
Jul 28th, 2011 at 4:30PM: Far be it from the People to not abide by the Constitution. On July 31st, Granby is holding its second "Bikes & Beers" tour along the Connecticut Beer Trail (it's the Constitution State, FYI. Yeah, I didn't know, either).
Connecticut seems obsessed with food and drink-themed pathways: there's the new Hot Dog Trail, the Ice cream and Sundae Drive (cute), and the Wine Trail. Why the fixation? ...Australian Cadel Evans wins 2011 Tour de France
Jul 25th, 2011 at 8:00AM: The 2011 Tour de France came to an end yesterday on the Champs Elyesees in Paris, where Australian Cadel Evans rode to victory in the race's famed Yellow Jersey. After more than three weeks of racing, Evans emerged from the pack as best rider in this year's event, and became the first man from Australia to win cycling's premiere event.
With a course designed to challenge the riders in unique ...EpicQuest puts cycling tours on sale
Jul 4th, 2011 at 8:00AM: With the 2011 Tour de France now underway, adventure travel company EpicQuest has announced that they have put their cycling tours to Sun Valley and Europe on sale. Travelers looking for an active escape this summer or fall will save as much as 50% on some of the more popular offerings.
With tours designed to appeal to the hardcore rider and the leisure cyclist alike, EpicQuest has created ...The 2011 Tour de France begins today!
Jul 2nd, 2011 at 8:00AM: One of the biggest sporting events in the world begins today when the 2011 Tour de France gets underway in the Vendée region of western France. Over the course of the next three weeks, the best cyclists in the world will pedal through beautiful towns and villages, past sun flower-filled fields, and most importantly up the Pyrenees and the Alps, to determine who will eventually ride into ...VIA Rail Canada brings back bike trains for summer season
Jul 1st, 2011 at 2:00PM: Traveling with your two-wheeled best friend just got a whole lot easier. Since 2007, VIA Rail Canada has provided seasonal bike racks on select VIA Rail departures, as part of its mandate to provide more environmentally sustainable, affordable passenger transit. Now, the racks will be available yearound, and increased baggage cars mean that cyclists can connect to even more cycling destinations.
...Video: Cyclist hit by car and lands on feet
May 26th, 2011 at 10:00AM:
Bikes are an awesome way to get around, but there's an ongoing and widespread problem cyclists everywhere face: drivers. Austin, for instance, is home to plenty of avid bike-riders. Some friends of mine rely solely on their bikes to get around and the complaint I hear most often is that many drivers just don't pay attention and put cyclists in dangerous positions in cities everywhere, not just ...
Aspen to host ultimate adventure weekend in June
May 16th, 2011 at 8:00AM: This June, Aspen, Colorado will be ground zero for the outdoor adventure crowd when the city plays host to the second annual Outside in Aspen weekend. The event, which is sponsored by Outside magazine, features top adventure athletes, numerous outdoor activities, and plenty of rockin' parties as well.
The event kicks off with a welcome party at the Sky Hotel on Friday, June 10, but the real ...5 great ways to explore national parks under your own power
Apr 27th, 2011 at 8:00AM: There is no doubt that America's national parks are popular tourist destinations. The past few years have seen a dramatic increase in the number of visitors to the parks, and many of them have been setting attendance records as a result.
With the summer fast approaching, many of us are no doubt making plans for our vacations, with many electing to visit a national park once again this year. The ...
