Category Archives: General News

General cycling blog news about bicycling in San Diego, bicycle accident prevention tips and information about local bicycling events.

What Makes a State Bicycle Friendly?

California is known for rolling hills, sandy beaches and beautiful weather, and it is a given that cycling in such a perfect environment would be a pleasant experience. However, infrastructure, traffic safety laws and other aspects can play an important role in determining what makes a state “bicycle friendly”. The League of American Bicyclists has ranked California the eighth most bicycle friendly state for cyclists. Which states came ahead of California? The state of Washington, followed by Minnesota, Delaware, Massachusetts and Utah. Rankings are based on several criteria, such as: Texting and driving bans Cycling safety advocacy Cycling infrastructure Legal protections for cyclists By looking at what the top states did right and what the bottoms ones did wrong, our readers should get a better understanding of what it takes to be a top cycling state. In Washington, there is a high level of state funding for cycling infrastructure, safety…
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May Is National Bike Month – How You Can Get Involved

May is National Bike Month, and there is a lot that San Diego cyclists can do to get involved. Throughout National Bike Month, we will regularly update our blog with posts on how you can get your bicycle ready, issues affecting cyclists in San Diego and upcoming events. Bike to Work Day to Advocate for San Diego Cyclists One of several events during National Bike Month will be Bike to Work Day, where cyclists can set aside the boredom of traditional vehicles and enjoy the beautiful San Diego outdoors. On May 15th, invite coworkers and friends to give cycling a chance for a day. Not only is it good for the environment, it is great for physical and mental health. The San Diego Bicycle Coalition hopes that cyclists can collectively break 25,000 miles on Bike to Work Day. Cycling advocates will use the event to encourage city officials to provide…
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San Diego Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Cycling Event

San Diego’s strong cycling community regularly hosts events that fundraise for noble causes – for wounded veterans, blind cyclists and individuals with specific disabilities. Staying true to that tradition, a 30 to 90 mile bicycle ride took place last weekend to raise money for breast cancer. By offering three routes with varying distances, the event allowed both inexperienced and experienced cyclists to participate. The event was named “The Boob Ride”, and the founders have firsthand experience battling breast cancer. While the event was geared towards fundraising for research and charities, it is also about raising awareness for what breast cancer survivors and their families go through. Since the cycling event was founded in 2010, it has been very successful, raising $15,000 for breast cancer charities. The Boob Ride also offered prizes for participants. For participants who completed the 90-mile course, they won a “yellow bra plaque”. Prizes for the event…
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