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Rails-to-Trails Conservancy to receive national press coverage TODAY

Posted on October 20th .
From Rails to Trails: Rails-to-Trails Conservancy to receive national  press coverage TODAY, Monday, October 20 at 1:30 p.m. ET for the release of our "Active Transportation for America" Report to Congress with Rep. ...

Bailout Bill includes funding for Bicycle Commuters

Posted on October 7th .
I'm no fan of this bailout, but I've got to hand it to Blumenauer. From Bicycle Retailer and Industry News: Employers of people who bike to work stand to gain ...
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The Know Your Rights Manual for NYC Bike Messengers

Posted on September 24th .
The Know Your Rights Manual for New York City Messengers is a guide to the laws that regulate cycling and messenger work, your rights as a worker, what to ...

New York City Welcomes First-Ever Bicycle for a Day

Posted on September 10th .
From MarketWatch: New York City today welcomed the first-ever Bike for a Day (BFAD) on Saturday, September 20 at South Street Seaport. The event, hosted by actor and ...
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Cyclists for Obama

Posted on September 3rd . 2
A website called DemocraticStuff.com is selling what they call "Special Interest" buttons, allowing for Obama supporters to express their individuality and their support for Obama with a single ...
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Olympic cyclist Victoria Pendleton: Car drivers put my life at risk

Posted on August 28th .
Olympic medalist Victoria Pendleton is no stranger to the dangers we face cycling on the roadways. As sad as it is to hear that someone of her professional stature could ...