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We surveyed our membership and other Albuquerque-area cyclists to set priorities for bicycle advocacy for the next few years. Our top six emerged as:
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Interested in learning more? | Visit our Priority Campaigns page | |
Interested in doing your part to improve cycling in ABQ? | Contact info[at]bikeabq[dot]org. | Top of Page |
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Click on this great story about the rise of cycling in America on CBS Sunday Morning. See just below to get started cycling yourself! |
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Biking in Albuquerque is fun, easy, and good for your health, your wallet, and your world. In honor of $4.00/gallon of gasoline, we've compiled several great resources for you.**League of American Bicyclists' Tips for Commuters
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Want to advance cycling in Albuquerque? Here's a fabulous opportunity!Becoming a League Cycling Instructor (LCI) certified to teach BikeEd is a great way to help cyclists in your community. Certified instructors can teach BikeEd classes to children as well as adults. Help bring the joy of safe cycling to others. If you are an experienced cyclist and League member who has completed Road I, you are eligible to become an instructor. Road 1 classes will be offered in September and October. Click on "Classes" on the left hand navigation bar for more information. |
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When: | February 27 - March 1, 2009 | |
Where: | City of Albuquerque Parks & Recreation | |
Cost: | $200, plus League Membership, covers all course materials, post-course support, coaching, and instruction. | |
Contact: | info[at]bikeabq[dot]org. | |
Downloads: | Application
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Kerry Lujan, 19, the daughter of BikeABQ member, Judy Lujan was killed by a hit and run driver in Colorado in late May. Kerry was on foot at the time. Kerry was hit twice by two different drivers that fled the scene. The first driver to hit Kerry turned himself in due to intense media coverage 10 hours after her death. There is no way of knowing his blood alcohol level was at the time he hit Kerry, so he will not be charged with DUI. Therefore, he is in less trouble for leaving Kerry on the road than he would have been if he were intoxicated and stopped to help her. Judy is asking support for a “Kerry’s Law” that would reverse this situation.
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When: | Sunday July 13, 2008, 5:30pm | |
Where (Click for maps): | Starts at the Paseo Del Bosque Alameda Trail Head | |
Contact: | Julie Luna, julie@bikeabq.org, | |
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Our newsletter with the latest Burque biking info is out. Here are some ways to get your copy:1)Pick up our latest newsletter at any local bicycle shop. Don't forget to send in the membership form at the back of the newsletter. You'll be a member of the hippest bike advocacy org in town. |
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Beautiful new maps, complete with biking safety and the bicycle traffic code are out as of Bike to Work Day (May 16th). Stop by your local bike shop to pick up a copy. You can also request a hard copy mailed to you from the City by calling 768-2680 or emailing here (include your address.) |
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There are a number of great Biking 101 & Beginner and Advanced Mechanics Classes coming up. Click on "Classes" on the left margin to find out the lastest info! |
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BikeABQ will be co-sponsoring the New Partners for Smart Growth Conference held
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When: | January 22-24, 2009 | |
Where: | Albuquerque Convention Center | |
Website: | New Partners for Smart Growth Conference | |
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A message from the director of the new cycling organization in NM:Southeast New Mexico Cycling was recently organized to support cycling. We already have about 70 participating cyclists and are growing fast. We intend to offer clinics on cycling and bicycle repair/maintenance, support regular rides, and offer postings on our website (www.senmcycling.com) for regional cycling events. Cycling activity is growing fast in this part of the state and our group seeks to support cycling in every way possible. Within our group, we have established competitive cyclists and people new to the sport. Consequently, we are offering rides for all levels of interest and ability. We’ve already sponsored several rides between Carlsbad and Hobbs and have developed teams to participate in numerous cycling events in New Mexico, Texas, and Arizona. Cyclists traveling through or to the Hobbs area should contact us about the possibility of joining in on one or more of our rides. We’ve had people from Europe and several other states join our rides. We’ve even arranged special rides for out of town guests. We look forward to joining with groups such as yours in advancing cycling related issues. |
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The Kym Samuels Bike Safety Fund | ||
On February 10, 2007 a pick-up truck ran a red light at the intersection of Lomas and Yale striking a cyclist. The cyclist, Kym Samuels, was incredibly lucky. Although she was hospitalized, her helmet stayed intact and saved her from any head injuries.Kym has asked that in lieu of flowers, people donate money to BikeABQ to help prevent accidents like this from happening in the future. BikeABQ has created the Kym Samuels Bike Safety Fund, which will be used for motorist education programs. Kym's sister, Lisa Moore, has set up a system through Network for Good and Six Degrees to facilitate the donation process. Use the buttons to the right to make a donation.Alternately, you may mail a check made out to BikeABQ to our address listed below, with "Kym Samuels Bike Safety Fund" on the endorsement line:BikeABQ
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In Memory of Paula Higgins | ||
Please address donations in memory of Paula Higgins to:
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BikeABQ E-mail List | ||
We have a new e-mail list through Yahoo Groups!
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