Posted by Paul Taylor on June 6, 2009
Large crowd attends ribbon cutting
Walking and biking enthusiasts gathered under sunny skies, alongside a freshly planted field to celebrate an additional 3.4 miles of rail-trail. Some of the new trail is in open field, and part in tunnels of trees. The Friends of The Pumpkinvine and officials in Goshen are to be congratulated on the opening of this new path.
The South Bend Tribune ran an informative news article, which you can read here
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Posted by Jeff Nixa on June 4, 2009
Bicycle Indiana is pleased to announce Paul Taylor as the recipient of its Northern Indiana Leadership Award. Paul was nominated for this award by the Bicycle Indiana board for his leadership toward changing Indiana’s antiquated bike/traffic safety legislation, through the 2008-09 bill which became known as SB553. Bicycle Indiana’s executive director Nancy Tibbett presented the award to Paul during Monday’s Bike to Work Week activities in downtown South Bend.
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Posted by Henry Scott on June 4, 2009
There will be a benefit ride presented by the Brain Injury Association of Indiana and the Rehabilitation Hospital of Indiana on June 13th on the NW side of Indianapolis. For more information, see below to view the event flyer or visit the following URL: www.biausa.org/Indiana.
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Posted by Henry Scott on June 4, 2009
Indiana Bicycle Coalition President Nancy Tibbett joined us for the first day of Michiana Bike to Work Week and has posted some photos on the IBC Facebook page. I’ll post a few below, but check out the Facebook page to see more.
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Posted by Henry Scott on June 4, 2009
After some tough weather earlier this week, today’s pancake breakfast at LaSalle Grill was well attended and a major crowd-pleaser! The turnout was excellent and the blueberry pancakes, sausage and coffee (provided by the LaSalle Grill) were awesome. The images shown below are from photographer Robert Shellhamer; visit his website to see many more. The center picture is of LaSalle Grill proprietor Mark McDonnell, IBC President Nancy Tibbett and Co-Bike to Work Week Chairman J.V. Peacock. Thanks to the Bike to Work team for a wonderful incentive to bike this morning!
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Posted by Paul Taylor on June 2, 2009
The lead editorial on Monday’s Tribune discussed bicycling in Michiana. “Today is the kickoff of the third annual Michiana Bike to Work Week, an event that helps promote bicycles as a viable way of daily transportation and increase awareness. Last year, more than 487 individuals and 61 corporate teams participated in the weeklong celebration, covering a combined total of 14,563 miles.”
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South Bend Bike Theft on the Rise
Posted by Henry Scott on June 8, 2009
Today’s Tribune contained an article about a rising incidence of local bicycle theft according to the South Bend Police Department.
I used to say, largely in jest, that one of the few perks of living in an area without a prevalent biking community is that bicycle theft isn’t a huge concern. But, there’s some truth to this: I frequently lock my most valuable bikes with nothing more than a $15 cable lock, whereas when I’ve lived in bicycle hotspots I wouldn’t even turn my back without securing them with a high-end U-lock.
Perhaps one negative consequence of more bikes in Michiana will mean more theft? I’m willing to take that risk, but seriously everyone– be careful with your bikes!
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