Monthly Archives: October 2006

City riding tips

Posted on October 27, 2006 by Eric

Here are some tips for the urban cyclist, adapted to KC's situation from a similar list in NYC. Metal Plates It's the scourge of KC, even more so for bicyclits than motorists. First, watch out for the bolts or other … Continue reading →

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KCMO to get Bike/Ped Coordinator

Posted on October 18, 2006 by Eric

Great news on the advocacy front. The city of Kansas City, Missouri has finally moved forward with hiring a full-time bicycle and pedestrian coordinator. This is a huge step forward in improving bicycling in this region, as we will finally … Continue reading →

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Tour of Missouri is on

Posted on October 17, 2006 by Eric

www.TourOfMissouri.com It's official. The Tour of Missouri pro cycling race was announced today and set for September 11-17, 2007. It will join the Tour of California and the Tour de Georgia as the big three US cycling races and is … Continue reading →

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Let’s Build the Paseo Bridge

Posted on October 17, 2006 by Eric

Last week the regional Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee reviewed the various options for a Missouri River crossing and chose to recommend that MoDOT proceed with the Paseo Bridge option. The recommendation includes a bike/ped path from Front Street on the south … Continue reading →

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River Crossing Options

Posted on October 12, 2006 by Eric

This week MoDOT unveiled there study of possible bicycle/pedestrian crossings over the Missouri River. There is a very short timeline for providing feedback, so please review the options below and let MoDOT know what you think by October 20. River … Continue reading →

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Missouri Trail Summit

Posted on October 11, 2006 by Eric

KC is host for the 2006 Missouri Trail Summit.  This conference brings in folks from all over the state and beyond, for three days of workshops on all things trail related.  Topics covered will include mountain biking, hiking, urban trails, … Continue reading →

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Tour of Missouri gets a date

Posted on October 10, 2006 by Eric

Missouri has been working to establish a professional stage race, and while it's not completely official yet, the Tour of Missouri has been added to the international calendar for September 11-16, 2007, right after the Tour de France. The eight … Continue reading →

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MoDOT to share bridge ideas

Posted on October 8, 2006 by Eric

After many, many protests from cyclists like you, the Missouri Department of Transportation has finally conducted a study of possible bicycle/pedestrian crossings over the Missouri River. The options include retrofitting the Heart of America or A.S.B. Bridges, or constructing a … Continue reading →

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Expansion of Shawnee Mission mountain bike trails

Posted on October 5, 2006 by Eric

Plans are being made to greatly expand the mountain bike trails at Shawnee Mission Park in Johnson County, KS. Local mountain bikers are proposing to triple the current five miles of trails.  This would be a huge development for mountain … Continue reading →

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