Monthly Archives: December 2010
New Years bike events
There are several things going around the city this weekend, including Critical Mass, two cyclocross races, a big club ride, and the debut party for the Cyclists’ Little Black Dress calendar and Family Bicycles’ new store. Be sure to check … Continue reading
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A few jerks are jeopardizing critical mass in Westport
While there is a bit of tension in Westport around Critical Mass, it’s not about the mass itself, and it’s easily fixable. If you haven’t seen the talk on the critical mass mailing list, here’s the deal. The Sunfresh market … Continue reading
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Calendar now available: “KC Cyclists and Their Little Black Dresses”
Local cyclist Caroline Smith has produced this great calendar of local women cyclists: …features women cyclists of all ages in the Kansas City area…..highlighting their femininity and strength while showing how cycling has affected their lives. A portion of the … Continue reading
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Holiday rides
A few rides to get you in the holiday spirit and help you burn off some of those extra calories…. Thursday Brookside Ride (tonight) The casual and friendly ride will tour holiday light displays around the BKS, Plaza, Mission Hills, … Continue reading
2011 bike construction sneak peek
While 2010 saw a lot of progress with the completion of big projects like the Heart of America and Chouteau Bridges, 2011 promises to continue the momentum with everything from urban bike lanes to new singletrack to more suburban trails. … Continue reading
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Pedicabs on KCPT-TV’s The Local Show this week
Local pedicab company Tricycle Transit will be featured on KCPT-TV’s The Local Show this Thursday evening, December 16th at 7:30 p.m. Set your DVRs and/or check listings for reruns over the next couple of weeks. Tricycle Transit continues to operate … Continue reading
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The conservative side of bicycling
While bicycling and bicycle advocacy often get associated with more liberal politics, it’s also a very naturally conservative issue. Commute by Bike has a great piece from Tom Bowden, a Republican on the board of BikeWalk Virginia. Ideas like personal … Continue reading
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KCMO installing first sharrows today on Armour Boulevard
As I type this, crews are painting Armour Boulevard with KC proper’s first ever sharrows, shared lane markings that are increasing common in other cities to designate bike routes on streets that don’t have room for or aren’t busy … Continue reading
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Public meeting for Cleaver Boulevard bike lanes Wednesday evening
Wednesday evening is your first chance to see the plan for adding bike lanes to Cleaver Boulevard just east of the Country Club Plaza – 4:30-6:30 pm at the Paseo High School cafeteria, 4747 Flora Ave, Kansas City, MO A good … Continue reading
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New UMKC garage will include bike parking, showers, and EV charging
The University of Missouri-Kansas City will soon be adding covered bike parking and a locker/shower room for bike commuters when it replaces a parking garage at 50th and Oak Streets. The new facility will compliment other UMKC bike-friendly efforts like … Continue reading
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