The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 8-1 in favor of a group of Wyoming landowners on Monday in a case that could create a costly and major stumbling block for the rails-to-trails program.
The court ruled that when the federal government gave away land to private landowners under an 1875 law, and that land was later …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/03/10/supreme-court-ruling-deals-uncertain-future-for-rails-to-trail-program/
The 11-mile-long East Lake Sammamish Trail that links the communities of Redmond, Sammamish and Issaquah has been undergoing a structural and cosmetic makeover during the past few years.
The abandoned BNSF Railroad right-of-way that skirts the east side of Lake Sammamish opened 8 years ago this month as a narrow, gravel pathway that rolls past …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/03/09/upgrades-and-paving-for-east-lake-sammamish-trail-this-spring/
Some 2,000 Spyre and Spyre SLC brand dual piston mechanical disc brake calipers are the target of a recall by Utah-based Tektro USA/TRP and the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Riders who own bicycles equipped with the faulty calipers are warned to stop using their bikes and contact the shop where they purchased them or Tektro …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/03/07/disc-brake-recall-from-tektro-usatrp/
Beginning in 1922, one of the most scenic motor routes in the nation was the Columbia River Highway through the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon.
It fell into disuse with the construction of interstate highways, but cyclists are finding that the historic route with its overlooks high above the river, waterfalls and tunnels is even …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/03/06/bicycle-routes-and-rides-along-the-historic-columbia-river-highway/
Congratulations to Bike San Diego for winning the advocacy organization of the year award from Alliance for Biking and Walking.
The Alliance notes that the group has accomplished a lot in just a short time.
It raised awareness of bicycling issues in the city among bicyclists and elected officials. Consider this photo from the BikeSD …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/03/05/one-bike-club-wins-advocacy-award-another-disbands/
All February long, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy featured trails in Washington state on its trail blog and other social media outlets.
Then the trail advocacy nonprofit closed out the month by naming the Top 10 Trails in the Evergreen State, based on suggestions from its members and readers.
The results may not be as celebrated as …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/03/02/the-envelope-please-and-the-top-10-trails-in-washington-state-are/
If you’re looking for a one-stop synopsis to bicycling in the Pacific Northwest, you should put the Seattle Bicycle Expo on your agenda this weekend.
The annual bike show presented by the Cascade Bicycle Club returns to the Smith Cove Cruise Terminal 91 for the fifth year. It’s easy to get to by bicycle and …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/02/27/what-to-expect-at-seattle-bicycle-expo-this-weekend/
After creating more than 42,000 miles of bicycle routes on paved, gravel and dirt roads, Adventure Cycling Association is taking a foray onto backcountry single track.
It’s new Idaho Hot Springs Mountain Bike Route is a two-map set of the mountains, lakes and valleys of central Idaho.
The main 518-mile loop uses pavement, gravel roads, …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/02/26/adventure-cycling-creates-new-backcountry-bike-routes-in-idaho/
The Natchez Trace Parkway between Nashville, Tennessee, and Tupelo, Mississippi, seems like a natural route for bicyclists traveling between the country music capital and the birthplace of Elvis.
Of course there are many other reasons to travel the 444-mile route across Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi. Among them is the fact that the parkway is designated …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/02/25/making-the-natchez-trace-parkway-safe-for-cyclists/
Those of you planning to attend at least one of the eight days of bike racing at the 2014 Amgen Tour of California can find detailed route descriptions and maps online.
Organizers of the ninth edition of the bike race — running Sunday, May 11, through Sunday, May 18 — posted the details of the routes, …
Permanent link to this article: http://www.bikingbis.com/2014/02/23/route-and-bike-teams-announced-for-tour-of-california/
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