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Bike tour spans the length of Africa
The Tour d'Afrique is one of those bicycle tours that has established a Guinness World Record — fastest human-powered crossing of Africa.
That was in 2003 when nine cyclists competed as racers in the tour to set the record from Luxor, Egypt, to Cape Town, South Africa.
So far, 51 cyclists have signed up to take part in the 2006 edition …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/02/bike-tour-spans-the-length-of-africa/
Tour d'Afrique bicycle race
The general route of the Tour d'Afrique, a 120-day bicycle race from Cairo to Cape Town.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/02/tour-dafrique-bicycle-race/
Lance Armstrong Foundation wins yellow bracelet case
The Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) has closed yet another loophole in its sale of yellow bracelets to support cancer research and education.
The UN's World Intellectual Property Organization has ruled against a cybersquatter selling LIVESTRONG bracelets, reports MSNBC.
In this case, a California-based operator held three domain names that were similar to the official Livestrong.org and offered the bracelets commercially …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/01/lance-armstrong-foundation-wins-yellow-bracelet-case/
Bikes and strikes, Philadelphia deals with transit walk-out
Four hundred thousand bus passengers in Philadelphia are fending for themselves by foot, bicycle, and car pool after 5,000 transit workers went on strike Monday.
A “Bike the Strike” station has been set up at Municipal Services Building. In addition to offering a secure place to store bikes, the station crew offers free safety checks …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/01/bikes-and-strikes-philadelphia-deals-with-transit-walk-out/
Bike the Strike station in Philadelphia
Photo from BiketheStrike blog
Bicycles locked up at Bike the Strike center at Philadelphia municipal building the first day of the strike, Oct. 31.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/01/bike-the-strike-station-in-philadelphia/
Tour of California stages to be announced Wednesday
Last week we learned the route of the Tour de France bicycle race. This week, the sponsors of the Tour of California are expected to announce the stops in the inaugural 2006 bike race.
Quoting its Chamber of Commerce, the San Luis Obispo Tribune jumped the gun by reporting the town will be one of the 10 stops …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/11/01/tour-of-california-stages-to-be-announced-wednesday/
Bicycles and cars share the road on new Washington plates
If you're reading this blog, you probably believe that bicycles and motor vehicles should share the road.
And if you live in Washington state, you can share your beliefs with other cyclists and motorists by purchasing “Share the Road” license plates beginning Jan. 3, 2006. …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/10/31/bicycles-and-cars-share-the-road-on-new-washington-plates/
Share the Road license plate, Washington state
Share the Road license plate available in Washington state on Jan. 3, 2006. See Bicycle Alliance of Washington for more information.
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/10/31/share-the-road-license-plate-washington-state/
Bicycle quote: Lance Armstrong on SNL
“Last time I did something too good, the French started testing my urine every 15 minutes.” …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/10/30/bicycle-quote-lance-armstrong-on-snl/
Critical Mass bike ride video online
Another Friday at the end of the month, another series of Critical Mass bicycle rides around the world, another round of arrests expected in New York City.
A lot has been reported and written about the monthly Critical Mass bike rides in New York City, where city officials are still smarting over mass bicycle protests during the Republican National Convention in 2004. The police say cyclists need a parade permit or face arrest …
Permanent link to this article: https://www.bikingbis.com/2005/10/28/critical-mass-bike-ride-video-online/
Trail biking
- This Handlebar Sensor Can Help Cyclists Map Out Safest Bike Routes - Škoda We Love CyclingIdentifying the safest route through a city can be frustrating for cyclists, especially beginners. While collision data can help, ...
- Smokey Bear to greet Great River Energy trail riders | Events | grandrapidsmn.comSmokey Bear will visit with registered riders after the finish of the August 2 Great River Energy Mesabi Trail Bike Tour.
- Where bike trails and breweries meet: The 13 best Twin Cities area beer hubs for bicyclistsThe metro area is known for both bike trails and breweries, and here are our favorite pairings, from suburban Luce Line and Back Channel out west ...
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