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Last week was a wonderful week of Thinkin’ Bikes, as the City’s FC Moves Department brought the ThinkBike Workshop to Fort Collins—all the way from the Netherlands. Naturally, given BFC’s vision for Fort Collins to be the Amsterdam of the U.S. when it comes to cycling, we couldn’t have been more excited.
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April's RAT Ride Includes Special Guests |
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Our first RAT Ride of the year coincided with the ThinkBike Workshop. And we were fortunate to be joined by the Dutch mobility experts and FHWA representative who were all in town for the workshop. We did some show-n-tell, mostly showcasing some of our newer infrastructure over the last few years. READ MORE
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Unseen Injuries After Bike Crashes |
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For those involved in bicycle crashes, even when the physical injuries have healed, the psychological trauma often remains. The mental health implications from bicycle crashes can often be an unseen injury. Have you heard anyone who has been in a bicycle crash say any of the following? READ MORE
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Intersection / Facility Focus - S. Shields St. & W. Laurel St. |
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For this month's intersection/facility focus we look at the intersection of South Shields Street and West Laurel Street. Do you feel safe navigating this intersection? Have you experienced conflict or confusion here? Please take the survey, your voice matters! |
In our April issue, we conducted the same survey and posed the same questions for the intersection of the Poudre Trail and North Taft Hill. Thank you to those who responded.
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You Know Me. I Ride a Bike. - John Yeast
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To know Tour de Fat is to love it. The spectacle, the merrymaking, the day-long festival are two things that Fort Collins adores—bikes and beer, well three things if you include music. John Yeast of New Belgium Brewing is the man behind the scenes who makes it all happen, and you know what? Yep, he rides a bike. READ MORE
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Eligible FoCo Residents Can Apply for E-Bikes or Spin Passes |
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City residents who meet income qualifications may be eligible to receive an electric bike or a pass for Spin e-scooters and e-bikes, thanks to a grant from the Colorado Energy Office.
The grant will allow up to 40 individuals to use the City’s “Choose Your Ride, Shift Your Ride” program. Participants must be income eligible (80% of the area median income), and transportation needs will be considered. READ MORE
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Banking for a Better Tomorrow |
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Bike Fort Collins has been selected and approved as one of Atmos Financial's World Changing Non-Profit Organizations: organizations who are making the world a better place each and every day. As an online banking institution that is home to “the most climate-focused bank account," we are excited to announce a new alignment with them. READ MORE.
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National Bike & Roll to School Day |
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Wednesday, May 3rd
Strap on your helmet and tuck in your shoelaces, National Bike & Roll to School Day is May 3, 2023.
As partners in the City's Safe Routes to School program, we encourage students to celebrate the joy of active commuting while building a sense of community and school spirit by bicycling or rolling to school. READ MORE
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Pedego Fort Collins New Location Grand Opening Event |
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Saturday, May 6th, 12pm - 3pm
Join Pedego for a FREE fun-filled day celebrating their new location! (2925 South College Avenue Unit 11) Be sure to bring your bike with you for a group ride around Fort Collins.
Food and drinks will be served for you to enjoy while you're mingling with new friends. They'll be giving away fun swag for everyone that attends. There's also opportunity to enter to win a new Pedego electric bike!
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Wednesday, May 17th
The third Wednesday of May (the 17th) is fast approaching, which means it's time for the Ride of Silence. Plan to join us that evening on a casual paced, no-drop ride that will visit the sites of the two bicycle fatalities we've had in 2023.
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Bike Fort Collins - Monthly Happy Hour |
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Thursday, May 18th
Gilded Goat Brewing - Old Town
Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month for our monthly happy hour. Starting at 5:30 p.m. at Gilded Goat Brewing - Old Town located at 132 W. Mountain Avenue. It's an evening of BFC camaraderie! And get a $1 off your first beer!
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Sunday, June 4th
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. READ MORE
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Summer Bike to Work (or Wherever) Day 2023 |
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Wednesday, June 28th
Some have described it as "Fort Collins' best holiday". Others love the celebration of people who ride bicycles. During BT(W)D, community members are encouraged to travel by bike wherever they're headed, be it work, errands, to drop kids to daycare, or just for fun. Participants who ditch the car in favor of a bicycle can find free breakfast located all around Fort Collins. READ MORE
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Summer Bike From Work Bash 2023 |
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Wednesday, June 28th
Stop by O'Dell Brewing Company on the way home from Bike to Work Day for the Bike From Work Bash. Stay tuned for more information as June gets closer.
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Saturday, July 15th
This is the premier hijinks and hooligans event of the year for Bike Fort Collins! With special thanks to FoCo Bike Mob, Bike Prom 2023 promises to once again be loud and proud. Stay tuned for more information, but in the meantime SAVE THE DATE!
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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.
Signal Wash Co. offers new and renewing BFC members two (2) FREE Ultimate Car Washes ($26 value) good at any one of their 11 in-bay automatic car wash sites located in Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor and Greeley. Experience:
- Frictionless, touch-less cleaners and high-pressure water to clean your vehicle without the worry of scratching paint
- Reliable performance, faster wash time with consistent results
- Environmentally-friendly products and low water usage
- Spacious in-bay enclosure
- 24-hour availability
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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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