A 14 year old boy was struck in the crosswalk at Niles and Lincoln Way East. From the brief article in the South Bend Tribune, it sounds like this was a classic ‘Ride Out from Sidewalk’ accident: these accidents account for 0.7% of all accidents where the cyclist is entering the roadway. Read the full story. (You’ll need to page down.)
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Mishawaka bicyclist hit by car
Posted by Paul Taylor on July 9, 2009
Posted in News | Tagged: accidents, collisions, Indiana, Safety | 1 Comment »
Bicycle Times
Posted by Adam Bee on June 26, 2009
A while back we wrote about Momentum: The Magazine for Self-Propelled People.
Now they have competition. Bicycle Times, published by the makers of Dirt Rag, are now covering the same urban/utility/transportation/everyday cycling we cover right here at Bike Michiana. I noticed Issue 2 today on newstands at the Notre Dame Bookstore, so it must be everywhere. Check it out!
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Police Bicycles stolen
Posted by Paul Taylor on June 26, 2009
Witnesses saw two young men jump on the unattended police bikes and ride away. The incident occurred Friday afternoon in downtown South Bend. Read the full story in the South Bend Tribune.
Posted in News | Tagged: bicycle, Bike, crime, South Bend | 2 Comments »
ProForm Urban Leisure Rides, Thurs 7pm
Posted by Adam Bee on June 15, 2009
You may already know about the Outpost Tuesdays at 6, the SpinZone Wednesdays at 6:30, the ProForm Thursday paceline at 5:30, and the Avenue Bicycle Station community rides Thursdays at 6.
Now there is a new option: ProForm Bike Shop is hosting an Urban Leisure ride every Thursday night at 7pm. Check it out!
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Paul Taylor awarded Northern Indiana Leadership Award
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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New Michiana Bike Route Map Published
Posted by Jeff Nixa on May 30, 2009
Update: an 11 MB PDF of the map is now available for download.
The first-ever comprehensive St. Joseph/Elkhart Counties bike map is now available. A joint effort of the Bike Michiana Coalition, local government, business and university, the folding map will first be distributed to cyclists who attend the South Bend Bike to Work Week events, June 1-5. Afterwards, the map will be available throughout Michiana in local bike shops and other locations yet to be determined. A free copy of the map ($5 value) will also be provided every person signing up for an annual membership in the Bike Michiana Coalition.
Posted in Advocacy, Facilities, Infrastructure, News, Routes | 2 Comments »
Cyclist and car collide in Elkhart County.
Posted by Paul Taylor on May 28, 2009
The South Bend Tribune reported in its May 28 edition that another cyclist has been hit by a car.
“CONCORD TOWNSHIP — A bicyclist reportedly was struck late Monday while riding along County Road 17 just east of Elkhart.
According to a news release, Jordan Shankster, 22, of Elkhart, was riding his bike south on County Road 17 just north of Verdant Drive about 10:28 p.m. when he was struck from behind by a Ford pickup truck.
The driver of the pickup reportedly did not see Shankster until it was too late, despite Shankster’s bicycle having a headlight and taillight.
Shankster suffered cuts to his arms and complained of back pain.
No citations were issued.”
Posted in News | Tagged: accidents, collisions | 3 Comments »
Burnham Plan Century: June 6th
Posted by Adam Bee on May 15, 2009
In addition to Le Tour de Shore, yet another Chicago-to-Indiana ride is coming up! The Burnham Plan Century from Lake Forest to Michigan City is set to go off on National Trails Day, June 6th.
Posted in Events, Group Rides: Special, News | Tagged: Alliance for Active Transportation, Burnham Plan, CCCC, century, Chicago, Lake Michigan, Michigan City, National Trails Day, NIRPC, rail-trails | Leave a Comment »
BMC Press Release for Bike to Work Week
Posted by Henry Scott on May 7, 2009
The Bike Michiana Coalition announces the 4th Annual Bike to Work Week June 1st – 5th.
South Bend, IN (May 7, 2009) The Bike Michiana Coalition (BMC) is pleased to announce its 4th annual Bike to Work Week. The primary mission of this event is to provide a friendly individual and corporate challenge while promoting bicycling as a viable mode of transportation in Michiana.
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Passed: Underpass Project Approved
Posted by Phil G-E on May 6, 2009
Many, many thanks to everyone who showed up and spoke in support of the Maple City Greenway trail underpass at Plymouth Rd in Goshen. A close call, the Council was split evenly 3 for and 3 against (1 supporting member absent) until Mayor Kauffman voted for the proposal. Read more about it at in this eTruth article. Many thanks, too, to all who helped organize the response by spreading the word and communicating with their city council members. This will be an excellent addition to the path and make it all the more accessible and useful to pedestrian and bicycle traffic.
See below for a Google Map of the trail:
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