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Cyclovia Providence, Broad Street June 30, Volunteers needed

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Volunteers are needed for the Sunday June 30th Cyclovia being held on Broad Street between Thurbers and Prairie Avenues.  Volunteers will be responsible for monitoring side streets and ensuring that drivers do not take their vehicles onto the closed roadway.  Shifts are 2 hours each, from 11 to 1 and 1 to 3PM with water…  read more

Providence Viaduct Stakeholders meeting 6/20

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The RI bike community should know that at 9am on Thurs June 20 RIDOT is calling a stakeholder meeting for their project to replace the I-95 Viaduct where it goes over the rr tracks and roads behind Providence Place mall. This might be of interest as the passage behind the mall under the viaduct, now rather forlorn,…  read more

Lock Cutting Result of Rogue Employee?

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As previously discussed, Providence experienced a period of unrest recently as bike locks were being cut by an over zealous city employee.  An ecoRI article reports on the recent Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) meeting, where members had an opportunity to meet with Leo Perrotta, supervisor at the Providence Public Works Department.  During this…  read more

New England Bike-Walk Summit Returns!

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The New England Bike-Walk Summit returns to RI this fall! On Friday, October 4, stakeholders from all over New England will descend on Providence for a full day of breakout sessions, field visits, and networking. Speakers include Andy Clarke (President, League of American Bicyclists) and Keith Laughlin (President, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy)! Presenters are being sought right…  read more

Another Cyclist Death

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On the tail of Wednesday’s Ride of Silence dedicated to cyclist who have been killed, we are sorry to report multiple news sources (boston.com, Projo) are reporting the death of a North Providence High School cyclist: NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) – A North Providence High School student riding his bicycle died after he was struck…  read more

Let’s Rally Rhode Islanders to the National Bike Challenge

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The National Bike Challenge starts tomorrow! From May 1st to September 30 bicyclists from across the country will be joining a friendly competition amongst riders who voluntarily track their miles.

Let’s ‘up’ Rhode Island participation this year! It’s crazy easy to join – simply follow this LINK to set up your account and then post your miles whenever you have the time. No stress. No new apps. No pressure. Lots of fun. Sign up on your own, or click HERE to join the statewide RIBIKE team.

Together we’ll rack up the miles and burn some calories. We’ll show the world the Ocean State has the numbers!

Spread the word! Invite your friends, family and colleagues to join. Post the link on your Facebook page, and tweet away, if that’s your thing. The sign up and reporting process is simple. There’s even a smartphone app to take it with you.

Click HERE for the 2013 National Bike Challenge site.

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2012 Annual Report Released

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Although this report was a bit delayed, we had a pretty good 2012, and are on track to continue on an even footing into 2013.  We’ve seen many changes for bicycle users around Rhode Island in some communities, hopefully for the good.  We also with sadness had to say goodbye to one of the most…  read more

Collegiate Road Races need Volunteers Apr 20, 21

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I just got copied on a message from the Brown and RISD cycling teams asking for assistance with a Time Trial, Road Race and Criterium.  The Time Trial and Road Race will be held on Saturday April 20 starting from Scituate Middle School and on Sunday, the Crit will be held starting at Market Square…  read more

Senate Version of Vulnerable Road User Bill Hearing

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Our Advocacy Chair, Barry Schiller, let us know that: The Senate version of a vulnerable road user bill, S625, sponsor Sosnowski, is up for a hearing Tues April 9 before the Judiciary Committee in Room 313 at the “rise” (adjournment) usually about 4:30pm or so.  If you can, please come by, even if just to…  read more

Volvo to Demo Cyclist Detection System

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According to an MIT Technology Review article, Volvo will be demonstrating a new cyclist detection system at this year’s New York Auto Show. The system uses a camera embedded in a car’s rearview mirror, combined with a radar instrument in the grill to scan the road ahead. If it spots an object, an onboard computer…  read more