From the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG): DRCOG, the convener of our region’s Bike to Work Day, announced on July 31st: “After careful consideration, we have decided to cancel all in-person Bike to Work Day 2020 festivities. But that doesn’t mean the fun is canceled! We’re challenging you to a Bike to Wherever… week! … Read More
Workshops are Coming Back!
They won’t be quite the same, but workshops are coming back! Our plan is for all to be held in our parking lot, where there is plenty of room to socially distance. Classes will be smaller and in the mornings to take advantage of a large shady area. Instructors and students will be required to … Read More
Create your own walking & biking adventures in June!
Bike to Work Day may be postponed until Sept 22nd, but we’ve created a list of fun walks and rides you can do in June. Our new Walk & Bike Month website is up. On it we currently have a series of walks around Boulder (with maps) and the maps for the popular B360 (Circle Boulder by bike) bike ride. More rides will … Read More
Automated Enforcement and Racial Bias
Dear Bicycle Colorado – Racial bias in policing makes the enforcement of most traffic laws by armed police unjustifiable. At the same time, the COVID-19 pandemic has reduced traffic volumes and opened up streets, leading to widespread speeding and even increases in collisions, injuries, and fatalities in some parts of the country. Research shows that people … Read More
The power of the bicycle to create change
Community Cycles staff and board join our voices with so many who have spoken out to support justice and equality for all following the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery and the ensuing protests calling for change. We stand in solidarity with Black Lives Matter and with all who are marginalized and … Read More
Bike Repair Service for Members Update
Wow, the need for bike repair service has been overwhelming! We are happy to be of service to our cycling brothers and sisters right now. Our goal remains to keep you on your bike on our city streets, safely and happily! We are continuing with our bike repair service in place of our DIY shop … Read More
BIG WIN- Boulder’s Residential Speed Limits lowered to 20 mph- Read the story of the success
Community Cycles began advocating for “Vision Zero” – a world-wide initiative whose goal is zero traffic fatalities – during the Transportation Master Plan (TMP) update of 2014. Since then, we’ve had two more TMP updates. The 2016 TMP update incorporated “Towards Vision Zero”. Community Cycles fought back on that, saying we did not need the … Read More
Data shows 20 mph works, saves lives & is equitable
Dear Council members: The most important thing you should know about 20 is Plenty is that it saves lives. It is clear that by passing this ordinance today, you will have saved lives for many, many years to come. You can be proud of your role in this outcome. Source : Pedestrian fatality risk as a … Read More
Big Win on 20 is Plenty- Boulder becomes the 1st in CO to pass 20 mph speed limit citywide on residential streets
Boulder took a major step forward to becoming the first city in Colorado – one just a handful nationwide – to pass “ 20 is Plenty ” speed limit on residential streets. At their April 21st meeting, a vast majority of Boulder City Council members directed city staff to finalize the 20 is Plenty ordinance change for immediate … Read More
Community Cycles Temporary Closure
**Updated: Closed through April 11, 2020** We thought it important to update you regarding Community Cycles’ response to the COVID19 situation. Like all of you, we have been closely monitoring the reports of COVID-19. Please know that our number one priority is the safety, health, and well-being of our customers, members, volunteers and staff. While … Read More
