Tour de Fat: Legendary as Ever | |
Grab your handlebars and fasten your seatbelts (metaphorically, of course), because we're about to take you on a ride down memory lane, reliving the unforgettable annual Tour de Fat that had our town buzzing with excitement, laughter, and a whole lot of quirky creativity. This event wasn't just your run-of-the-mill fundraiser; it was a pedal-powered carnival that left a trail of smiles and memories in its wake. READ MORE | |
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New Videos Highlight BFC's Active Living Efforts | | |
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BFC was excited to engage with the Larimer County Department of Health and the Built Environment again this summer to build upon the programs it began in 2021. This year, in addition to the continued programming, we developed two videos: 1) highlighting all the programs we administered, and 2) a second that captures the "power" of bicycling and impact the programming has had. READ MORE | |
Entering 4th Year of Getting Bikes to 2nd Graders | |
For the fourth consecutive year, BFC and fellow non-profit, Wish For Wheels, are once again aiming to help ensure every second-grader in Poudre School District’s Title 1 schools has access to a bicycle so they can learn to ride, be active, and establish a lifelong habit of bicycling. With continued community support, the Wish for Wheels FoCo program provides every second grade student with a new bike and helmet. READ MORE | |
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Fort Collins Bike Park Collective | |
As you know, dating back to late last year, the vision for a new Bike Park has gained traction this year, as it relates to the former Hughes Stadium site being a potential home. That traction has not only been in the form of community support, but also the formation of the Fort Collins Bike Park Collective. ICYMI on our social channels, check out and share this video Dude Dad made that helps make the case for a Bike Park. And, be sure to follow the Collective's social channels, as well as its website. READ MORE | |
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You Know Me. I Ride a Bike. - Zack Allison | | |
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Zack has been part of the Fort Collins Community since 2008, but that’s not where his cycling story starts. BFC's Tim Wooten met up with Zack at his Bike Fit Studio inside Brave New Wheel, just as he was finishing up a custom bike fitting, one of his many talents. Hear about this, how he started racing bikes at the age of 12 in the Washington, DC area, and how “Riding was a means of exploration and getting out of the neighborhood as a kid." READ MORE | |
Tour de Farms is September 17 - Register Today! | |
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Early-Bird Price Ends Sept. 3
Join us on Sunday, September 17 (8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.) for a fun and festive fall ride beginning and ending at Purpose Brewing. Tour de Farms is a 30-mile ride featuring a combination of paved and gravel roads, along with four stops at local area farms. Each farm stop features light tastings and refreshments along with a few words from a representative from each farm. Registration Cost: $75 (includes goody bag and t-shirt and commemorative poster). This event does sell out, so register today! READ MORE
Don't want to ride, but want to be involved? We need volunteers too. SIGN-UP HERE
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Intersection / Facility Focus - N. Mason St. & Cherry St. | | |
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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 July issue, we conducted the same survey and posed the same questions for the intersection of W. Swallow Rd. and Mason Trail. Thank you to those who responded. READ RESULTS SUMMARY | |
Input Still Needed - Climate Smart and Future Ready | |
In our May issue, we reminded you about our participation in Phase 3 of the Larimer County's Climate Smart Future Ready (CSFR) implementation planning process with a cross-functional group of community members and leaders. The County still wants your input. Take a spin through the Climate Smart and Future Ready planning website and be sure to check out the results of the County's Greenhouse Gas Inventory (which this chart is part of), and let the coalition know what you think we can do to prepare the County for a future. READ MORE | |
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Not Goodbye, Just "See You Around" | | |
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In September we're not saying goodbye, but hopefully just a "see you around," to our fearless leader and Executive Director, Dave Dixon, who is leaving for a new opportunity. Over the last four years Dave has not only helped guide us through the pandemic, but has pushed many advocacy initiatives, and helped evolve and expand our youth and bicycle equity and access programming. Dave's last day is September 17th. We wish him well. You'll be missed, Dave!
That said the search for his replacement is on. If you're interested or know of anyone who might be a good fit to help pick up where Dave is leaving off, check out or pass along the job description. LEARN MORE
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Bike Fort Collins - Monthly Happy Hour | | |
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Thursday, September 21st
Retreat Bakery Bar
Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month for our monthly happy hour. Starting at 5:30 p.m. at Retreat Bakery Bar located at 2601 South Lemay Avenue, Unit 21. It's an evening of BFC and "bike" camaraderie! And get a $1 off your first beer.
FACEBOOK EVENT LINK / READ 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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Want to be involved? We need volunteers for our booth too. SIGN-UP 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: Recycled Cycles. Recycled Cycles has been locally owned in Fort Collins since 1978 and has been buying, selling and reconditioning bicycles and fitness for over 40 years.
Visit Recycled Cycles today and BFC members $10 off a purchase of $50 or more.
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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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