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#e-bikes
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
New York City

FIRST ON amNY | DOT opens asks New Yorkers to weigh-in on e-bike charging cabinet locations with new portal | amNewYork

New York City
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

As e-bike crashes send an increasing number of people to the hospital, cities search for solutions

E-bike injuries are rising in the US, prompting calls for improved infrastructure and safety measures to protect all road users.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

FIRST ON amNY | DOT opens asks New Yorkers to weigh-in on e-bike charging cabinet locations with new portal | amNewYork

An online portal will gather public feedback on 50 potential locations for e-bike battery swapping cabinets, aiming to enhance safety and accessibility.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog California
5 days ago

OpEd: Separating Substance from False Solutions, E-bike and E-moto Activity in Sacramento - Streetsblog California

Legislators are proposing bills to clarify the distinction between e-bikes and illegal e-motos, addressing safety and enforcement issues.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

Council to allow more e-bike operators in borough

West London council plans to double e-bike operators to improve cycling and walking while addressing parking issues.
Independent films
fromStreetsblog USA
2 days ago

Friday Video(s): Kidical Mass, Night-Biking in Tokyo, and More - Streetsblog USA

A mini urbanist film festival featuring various videos on bike lanes, e-bikes, driverless cars, pedestrian safety, and community rides is recommended.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
20 hours ago

eMTBs of Sea Otter 2026: Some May Look Familiar, Others Won't

Several brands showcased new eMTBs with Avinox motors at Sea Otter, including the Commencal Meta Power SX and Kona Remote 160.
#bike-lane
fromGothamist
3 days ago
New York City

Mamdani administration's new 72nd Street bike lane would link Upper East and West sides

Upper West Side
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

Check out plans for a new crosstown bike lane that will go through Central Park

A proposed two-way protected bike lane on 72nd Street aims to create a safe crosstown connection across Manhattan.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Mamdani administration's new 72nd Street bike lane would link Upper East and West sides

A new bike lane on 72nd Street aims to connect cyclists between the East and Hudson Rivers, enhancing safety and accessibility.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Partial redesign of McGuinness Boulevard has resulted in fewer cars, more cyclists, DOT says ahead of full rollout * Brooklyn Paper

Since the city removed one vehicle traffic lane in each direction in favor of a parking-protected bike lane between Calyer Street and Meeker Avenue in 2024, the boulevard has seen more cyclists, fewer vehicles and slightly-slower travel times.
Brooklyn
SF politics
fromStreetsblog California
2 days ago

Mayor Gloria's Budget Has Deep Cuts for Safety and Bicycle Program for the San Diego Department of Transportation - Streetsblog California

San Diego's draft Fiscal Year 2027 budget proposes significant cuts to city services, including critical transportation safety programs.
Marketing
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Peloton, stay in your lane

Peloton is attempting a rebrand with celebrity endorsements and a focus beyond just fitness technology.
#cycling
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
Upper West Side

Protected bike lanes may soon come to 72nd Street on Upper West Side, DOT says | amNewYork

East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 days ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Protected bike lanes may soon come to 72nd Street on Upper West Side, DOT says | amNewYork

Manhattan's 72nd Street will gain a two-way protected bike lane, enhancing safety and connectivity for cyclists across the city.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

A battle of step counts for votes in Merton

Labour and Liberal Democrats are intensifying efforts to secure votes in Merton ahead of the May local council elections.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Design
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Coffee
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Repair Cafe brings together neighbors with broken items and the experts to fix them

Royersford Baptist Church hosts a community repair event where local experts help fix broken household items, promoting sustainability and neighborly support.
San Francisco
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
5 days ago

This Week: Seismic Tour, Regional Measure, Car-Free Happy Hour - Streetsblog San Francisco

A variety of community events focused on safety, transportation, and family activities are scheduled this week in San Francisco and surrounding areas.
Environment
fromEarth911
5 days ago

Take Action on Arbor Day to Help Our Planet

Trees are essential for a healthy planet, yet they face significant threats from wildfires, droughts, insect infestations, and deforestation.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

'It's an honour to give bikes to kids with cancer'

"The bikes we give are brand new, because part of it is the delight of getting a new bike. These kids have been in treatment for so long and can miss out on big stages of development."
Cancer
#mountain-biking
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
21 hours ago

Op-Ed | How public-private partnerships can fast-track subway accessibility | amNewYork

Public-private partnerships are enhancing subway accessibility for New Yorkers with disabilities, improving efficiency and reducing costs for infrastructure projects.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog USA
3 days ago

Florida Town Gives New Residents Free Golf Carts to Replace Their Cars - Streetsblog USA

Babcock Ranch incentivizes residents to drive less by offering free golf carts with new home purchases, promoting a community focused on alternative transportation.
Washington DC
fromStreetsblog USA
1 week ago

How To Push A Livable Streets Project Forward - Even in the Era of Federal Clawbacks - Streetsblog USA

Christopher Coes is leading AmericaFWD to advance sustainable transportation projects in U.S. communities, especially those affected by funding cuts.
Brooklyn
fromBusline News
3 days ago

Sign Of The Times: Improving The Rider Experience Continues At Cincinnati Metro - Busline News

Cincinnati Metro is replacing 3,700 bus stop signs to enhance rider experience and modernize transit communication over the next 24 months.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

'I should have been safe on a pavement' - woman recalls horrific hire e-bike crash

Sandy Peters suffered severe injuries and PTSD after being hit by a speeding e-bike while walking with her son.
#sea-otter-classic
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
2 weeks ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
#electric-bikes
Bicycling
fromWIRED
6 days ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
Bicycling
fromWIRED
6 days ago

A Lot of Shops Won't Fix Electric Bikes. Here's Why

Many bike shops refuse to repair electric bikes without proper certification due to safety and liability concerns.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

How Paris redesigned itself to be a city of bikes-not cars

"This project is symbolic of what we've done over the last 12 years, reshaping the streets and the city," Christophe Najovski, the city's deputy mayor in charge of green spaces, stated during the opening ceremony.
Paris food
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 day ago

Will Bike Prices Rise? 50% Tariff Increase Canceled

The American cycling community successfully secured an exemption from tariffs on bicycles and e-bikes, protecting the industry from significant financial impact.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: The Last Gasp of the Bikelash Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New York City's DOT is launching ambitious street redesigns, including bike lanes and bus boarding islands, despite past community opposition.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Bay Area man bringing positivity to 'bike life'; hundreds of people expected at rideout in Hayward

A community effort in Hayward aims to promote peaceful biking among youth amidst recent negative incidents involving cyclists.
Fundraising
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

Volunteers refurbish used bikes to support the Boys & Girls Clubs

Volunteers refurbish donated bikes for resale, funding programs for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Mercer County.
fromBikerumor
1 day ago

Sea Otter 2026's Weird, Wacky, Unique, and a Little Bit Funky

Erik rides more than you. He has been pedaling the country and living off of his bike for the last three years, learning to take life as it comes.
Bicycling
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Mamdani's DOT Responds to Astoria Bike Lane Backlash... With an Even Longer Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

The Department of Transportation plans to extend the protected bike lane on 31st Street in Astoria after a lawsuit halted previous efforts.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
3 days ago

This Mountain Bike Brand Wants to Fund Your Local Race for Free

OneUp Components launches the SYLBR program to support local bike races by providing free t-shirts for fundraising.
#transportation
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago
New York City

East Side, West Side: Mamdani's DOT Will Transform 72nd Street With Protected Bike Lane, Bus Improvements - Streetsblog New York City

New bus and bike improvements for West 72nd Street will proceed despite business owners' concerns, emphasizing safety and multi-modal transportation.
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago
New York City

Wednesday's Headlines: Talk is Cheap Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Streetsblog shares workspace with New York Focus, promotes a public transportation forum, hired multimedia producer Henry Beebe-Center, and flags recent transit and safety news.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

East Side, West Side: Mamdani's DOT Will Transform 72nd Street With Protected Bike Lane, Bus Improvements - Streetsblog New York City

New bus and bike improvements for West 72nd Street will proceed despite business owners' concerns, emphasizing safety and multi-modal transportation.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Monday's Headlines: A Century of Days Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani's 100th day in office included commitments to waste containerization and a city-owned grocery store, while addressing misconceptions about his governance style.
Bicycling
fromBikerumor
2 days ago

The LOOK G85 Cezal - Fast & Playful Gravel Bike With Real Race Intent

LOOK's G85 Cezal gravel bike combines speed and comfort, featuring a versatile design suitable for various riding styles.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Thursday's Headlines: Backed into a Corner Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Governor Hochul promotes auto insurance deregulation backed by Uber and major insurers spending millions on lobbying, while facing increased scrutiny from press corps over corporate influence.
fromTime Out New York
1 week ago

Citi Bike is giving away unlimited free rides to New Yorkers for Earth Day

"Car-Free Earth Day is a reminder that we only have one planet-and that our streets play a critical role in our fight against climate change," said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn in an official statement.
Alternative transportation
fromBikerumor
3 days ago

Will the 32" Wheel Dominate the 2026 Sea Otter Classic?

The 32" wheeled train is blazing a big wheeled trail towards Monterey, CA, and I’m excited to see all the innovations in the 32" wheel department.
Bicycling
#bicycle-infrastructure
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Boston

City of Cambridge Reports Better Bike Lanes Led to Surge In Bike Traffic - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

New York's Forgotten 2,000-Mile Bike Network-And What It Can Teach Us Today - Streetsblog Empire State

fromStreetsblog
1 month ago
Boston

City of Cambridge Reports Better Bike Lanes Led to Surge In Bike Traffic - Streetsblog San Francisco

fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Alternative transportation

New York's Forgotten 2,000-Mile Bike Network-And What It Can Teach Us Today - Streetsblog Empire State

Bicycling
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

A sleek, wearable airbag for cyclists is nearly here

A new airbag system integrated into a skinsuit for cyclists aims to enhance rider safety during high-speed races.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

Rampant Placard Abuse is Mucking Up This Bike Lane in Downtown Brooklyn - Streetsblog New York City

Illegal parking placards are obstructing truck delivery zones and bike lanes in downtown Brooklyn, prompting calls for better enforcement from the Department of Transportation.
fromTheoldguybicycleblog
1 week ago

Cycling Safety at Intersections: My Rule for When the Driver Has a Stop Sign

The windows are so dark now, I can't see anything inside. No more eye contact. No more silent acknowledgment that I exist.
Bicycling
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Friday's Headlines: Close the GAP Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza requires urgent redesign to address severe traffic safety issues and improve pedestrian access to Prospect Park.
Bicycling
fromElectric Bike Reviews, News, & Testing
5 days ago

Specialized Turbo Vado 3 EVO First Look, Velocomp's Torque Sensor Alternative, E-Bikes Free From Section 232 Tariffs | TWR Ep 78

Specialized launched the Turbo Vado 3 EVO, a high-tech commuter e-bike with multiple trim levels and advanced features.
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Thursday's Headlines: Another Outlet Heard From Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Two decades ago, the state created a fund with tens of millions of dollars that was supposed to be in a lockbox to crack down on insurance fraud - but instead was funneled simply to law enforcement agencies' general operating funds. As a result only a tiny portion was spent actually fighting fraud.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Why This State Is Fighting To Get Its First 'Active Transportation Plan' - Streetsblog USA

Missouri is the most populous state without a statewide active transportation plan, despite nearly one-third of its residents lacking a driver's license and alarming fatality rates among vulnerable road users.
Alternative transportation
Social justice
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Good urbanism isn't any good if you're not allowed to walk or bike

Cultural fear and aggressive policing curtail children's independent mobility despite urban design intended for all ages.
California
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

CalBike: Enforce Existing Laws, Don't Create New Nuisance Ones - Streetsblog California

AB 1942 would require registration and DMV plates for Class 2 and 3 e-bikes, prompting calls to enforce existing laws instead of new regulations.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog USA
3 weeks ago

Friday Video: Five Bike Advocacy Mistakes You Don't Even Know You're Making - Streetsblog USA

Bike advocates can achieve great things but must learn from their mistakes to improve policy and infrastructure.
Environment
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

Group names Alameda one of the country's most bicycle-friendly cities

Alameda achieved gold Bicycle Friendly Community status by improving bike infrastructure, launching a free bike-friendly water shuttle, and advancing an Active Transportation Plan.
Social justice
fromStreetsblog
2 months ago

Rides of Remembrance Planned Throughout CA to Honor Alex Pretti - Streetsblog California

Community bike shops and advocates are organizing remembrance rides nationwide on January 31 to honor Alex Pretti and show solidarity with immigrant communities.
Alternative transportation
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Why Some Congresspeople Want to Go Big on Greenways - Streetsblog USA

The Parks to People Act proposes $300 million in federal funding for walking and biking infrastructure as essential transportation tools, despite political opposition dismissing them as distractions.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Make Biking Great Again: Conservatives Should Embrace The Right Wing Values Of Cycling - Streetsblog New York City

Cycling offers conservative benefits including personal freedom, self-reliance, cost savings, and reduced government spending on road infrastructure, making it appealing beyond progressive environmental arguments.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday's Headlines: Table Setting for Tuesday Edition - Streetsblog New York City

New York City's Streets Master Plan has underperformed on bus lanes and bike lanes, with 98% of streets lacking protected bike lanes despite their proven safety benefits.
Bicycling
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Opinion | Bikes make life freer. These laws could change that.

Bicycles and e-bikes provide unrestricted freedom of movement, but policymakers are implementing restrictive regulations that limit this accessibility.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Could Refurbished E-Bikes Be the Secret Weapon of the Livable Streets Movement? - Streetsblog USA

A robust refurbished e-bike market can increase adoption rates by addressing cost barriers and quality concerns while reducing illegal e-moto proliferation.
Bicycling
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How Recreational Cycling Can Lead to Safe Streets For All - Streetsblog USA

Recreational cycling enthusiasm builds community support for safer cycling infrastructure more effectively than policy mandates or technical planning debates alone.
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