Bike to Work Day & Bike from Work Bash | |
Sometimes referred to as "Fort Collins' best holidays" (right up there with Tour de Fat), the 35th annual Summer Bike to Work Day had over 5,400 participants biking, walking, or using other forms of active transportation to over 150 stations. Per usual, Bike Fort Collins had our station located at Oak Street Plaza with many of our regular friends and visitors. READ MORE | |
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Once again, Bike Prom brought together Fort Collin’s diverse crowd of bike-loving folks in the name of bikes, bikes, and more bikes, with a dance party on top. For the second year in a row, Bike Fort Collins partnered with Foco Bike Mob to deliver a loud and proud Bike Prom on July 15th, with the Lyric Cinema again being the quintessential location. ICYMI, we had some amazing entertainment. READ MORE | |
And A New Priority Bicycles E-Bike Goes To... | |
The BFC 2023 Raffle was launched on June 15th and ran through July 15th, where the winner was drawn just after the "Best Dressed" contest during Bike Prom event. Up for grabs were was a brand new Priority Bicycle Current E-Bike valued at $3,300. See who won it. READ MORE | |
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Vision Support Signature List Nears Milestone | | |
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As a way to bring awareness to the BFC Vision that we established and introduced back in 2020, in 2022 we began collecting names of people who support and agree with it at area events. We're near a milestone. Check it out! Are you on the list? READ MORE | |
Shift Your Ride Challenge! | |
Bike Fort Collins wants you to get behind the City of Fort Collins program and Shift Your Ride. Shifting your ride can be easy! There are many ways to get around Fort Collins without using a car, even if you have extra errands to run. While the city has compiled a number of resources to help you get out of your car, of course as you might expect…We're partial to bikes. READ MORE | |
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Intersection / Facility Focus - W. Swallow Rd. & Mason Trail | | |
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For this month's intersection/facility focus we look at the intersection of West Swallow Road and Mason Trail. Do you feel safe navigating this intersection? Have you experienced conflict or confusion here? Please take the survey, your voice matters! | In our May issue, we conducted the same survey and posed the same questions for the intersection of East Horsetooth Rd. and South Timberline Rd. Thank you to those who responded. READ RESULTS SUMMARY | |
Bike Fort Collins - Monthly Happy Hour | | |
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Thursday, August 17th
Stodgy Brewing Co.
Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month for our monthly happy hour. Starting at 5:30 p.m. at Stodgy Brewing located at 1802 Laporte Ave. It's an evening of BFC and "bike" camaraderie!
FACEBOOK EVENT LINK / READ MORE
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Saturday, August 23rd
It's that time of year again. Fort Collins' favorite Bicycle Holiday, Tour de Fat will be held Saturday, August 26th. READ MORE
And, as is the case every year, it can't be held without a boat load of generous, hospitable, bike-loving volunteers--like all of you.
Many of you have "raised your hand" with us to volunteer, specifically with Tour de Fat. If that's you, you likely received a separate email from us too. Otherwise, for the rest of you, you're still invited to help, as we can use your help. The "Shift Sign-Up" button links you directly to an online portal to register for specific jobs, and shift times.
Volunteers get FREE beer following your shift and a volunteer party with prizes.
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Sunday, September 17th
8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Tour de Farms is a fun and festive 30+ mile fundraising ride that begins and ends at the TBD local brewery. It is led by Bike Fort Collins representatives and typically includes a combination of paved and gravel roads, along with stops at 3 or 4 local area farms. Registration will be opening in the coming weeks. Watch out social and website and be sure to registered early, as this event sells out. READ MORE
Each year we also need check-in volunteers, as well as volunteers at each farm stop. If you're interested in volunteering, be sure you've "Raise Your Hand" with us by clicking on Tour de Farm (and anything else that interests you)
LEARN MORE
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Sunday, September 24th
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Route: Manhattan Ave/Troutman Pkwy from Horsetooth Rd. to Starflower Dr.
At Open Streets, participants can expect 1-2 miles of car-free, family-friendly streets. Participants are encouraged to Ride the Route and explore areas called “Activity Hubs”- temporary clusters of activity provided by local businesses and organizations. Open Streets routes are generally considered walkable and bikeable, and include attractive neighborhood elements such as parks and other key destinations like churches, schools, and commercial centers. MORE INFO HERE
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Saturday, November 4th
Having hosted two Bicycle Film Festivals (BFF) virtually over the past couple of years, we're excited to be bringing an in-person festival to town this year. Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 4th and we'll be in touch with more details, ticket links, etc. as it draws nearer.
Like our other events, we'll also need volunteers for this too. So, if you're interested, be sure you've "Raise Your Hand" with us by clicking on Bicycle Film Festival (and anything else that interests you). LEARN MORE
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Membership Business Partners are business members of BFC, who also provide a special incentive (i.e. offer, discount or perk) for our individual and family members.
This month we highlight Membership Business Partner: Josh & John's Ice Cream
Born out of adventure and necessity, Josh and John's was started in 1986 by two Colorado College graduates who saw an opportunity to bring homemade ice cream to the Colorado Springs area. It's been a local staple for years and is now sweeping across Colorado, and we're lucky they've landed in Fort Collins (Jessup Farm). If you haven't tried it, ride on over and check it our, you don't know what you're missing.
BFC members receive double punches on their Josh & John's "Icecream-o-meter" punch card when they show their BFC membership card.
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Not a Member?
Become a member of Bike Fort Collins for as low as $25 annually, and help us build strength in numbers. We represent you and the next generation of cyclists by advocating for more funding, education, stronger policies, and better bikeways at the city, county, and regional level.
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A special callout and thanks to the following NEW BFC Business Members. We invite you to support these businesses/organizations whenever and however you can, as they support a similar passion for bicycling as we all do.
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Thank You for reading, and for your interest in and support of Bike Fort Collins.
Our mission is to increase participation in active transportation and advance bicycle culture and policy changes, creating safer streets and communities, while also creating an inclusive and empowering culture for all bicyclists, regardless of ability or identity.
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