tag: bike commuting

What’s The Greenest Way To Get Where You’re Going?

I love to travel. Seeing new places, and experiencing the big (or subtle) differences in the culture and geography is something that always provides a thrill. Each of the 50 American states has a very…

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How Bikeable Is Your Town?

Riding a bike instead of driving your car is healthier for you and for the planet, but depending on where you live, cycling could be....tricky...to say the least! How bikeable is your city? Winter …

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Summer Bike Commuting Tips

Summers can be challenging for bike commuting, but don't let the heat ruin your bike commute! If your office does have a gym - either in the building or somewhere nearby - I'd highly recommend look…

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Changing Bogota One Bike at a Time

Once a week, Bogota's roads are closed to cars and opened only to bikes and pedestrians in a program that has inspired dozens of other cities to create their own "ciclovias." Photo Credit: Elvert Barn…

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Armored Tank Crushes Car Parked In Bike Lane [Video]

You don't have to live in New York City to know there are too many cars on the road and not enough space to put them. Although some in the U.S. are trying to eliminate federal funding for biking an…

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6 Excuses for Not Becoming a Bike Commuter (And How to Get Over Them)

By Blythe Copeland, Treehugger Trading your car for a bike can make a huge difference to your carbon footprint -- and to your wallet, as gas gets increasingly expensive. But even when you know ho…

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U.S. Approves Highway System for Bikes

Thinking of hitting the road this summer? Pretty soon, it's going to be easier than ever in some areas to take that vacation on two wheels instead of four. The U.S. bike highway or Bicycle Route Sy…

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Bike to Work Week: Bike Commuting Tips

Bike to Work Week starts on Monday, and the League of American Bicyclists is challenging folks to ditch their cars and ride bikes for their commutes. Here are some tips to help you get out of your car…

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6 Tips to Go Car Free

September 22nd is World Carfree Day! Folks all over the world are pledging to ditch their cars and use bikes, transit, and their own two feet to get around. Fuel and emissions from cars are major …

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