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2011 Colorado Bike Summit beyond expectations

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I was lucky enough to have the honor to attend Colorado Bike Summit put on by Bicycle Colorado. The summit was put on because many noticed that Colorado had the largest presence at the national bike summit every year so it was time to capture that energy and start Colorado's own Bike Summit. This year's bike summit was kicked off with the great keynote speeches by John Burke of Trek, Tim Blumenthal of Bikes Belong, Bill Vidal, Mayor of Denver, Randy Neufeld of SRAM and lastly Dan Grunig of Bicycle Colorado.

John Burke of Trek

John Burke of Trek

The speeches say a lot on their own (more to be added as they are uploaded). In addition to the speeches there was as panel discussion on how Black Hawk and the recently failed mountain bike safety bill. The panelist gave a great deal of information on how we should interact with our elected officials. Key take aways were.

    2011 Colorado Bike Summit

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    This Febuary 7th & 8th Bicycle Colorado is hosting Colorado's first Bike Summit geared towards tightening the loosely knitted community we are in. This summit gives us a change to bring cyclist together with industry experts with state and local representatives with the goal of finding more ways to make cycling fun and safe for all in Colorado. This two day summit will include keynote presentations by Tim Blumenthal of Bikes Belong, John Burke, President of Trek Bicycle Corporation and Randy Neufeld of SRAM Cycling Fund. In addition to the speeches there will be break out sessions on Developing Complete Streets and the Benefits to Communities, The Power of Mountain Biking in Your Community, or Next Steps for Safe Routes to School. If you are a strong cycling advocate then this is your chance to get with local and state representatives as many will be there. I will be there both days with goals to network and focus on Safe Routes to Schools (something that is dear to me) so say hi if you are there too, I'm the bald guy with camera gear and a big smile as I will be with all of my people. Learn more about the 2011 Colorado Bike Summit

    Registration here

    Agenda

    Colorado Bike Friendly Businesses

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    BikeDenver has for awhile a "Bike Friendly" business award and now Boulder's Community Cycles is joining in on this concept. Recently they awarded the list of "Bike Friendly businesses for Winter 2011"

    Boulder List (below) and Denver list here

    Platinum Level

    * Full Cycle Bikes
    * Bikes Belong
    * Pedal To Properties
    * UCAR/NCAR
    * Belt Collins West Ltd.

    Gold Level

    New Colorado Cycling Bills in 2011

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    Bicycle Colorado is working with other legislators to get 2 new bills into progress at the state capitol.

    Open Roads Act Keeps Freedom to Travel


    State Representative Andy Kerr announced plans to introduce the Open Roads Act as the Colorado General Assembly begins work next week. The goal of the bill is to provide Colorado citizens and visitors the ability to travel to jobs, schools, stores and attractions by bicycle or electric-assist bicycle without restriction from using public streets.

    "Banning bicycle travel on every street in a community penalizes people that choose healthy, affordable, pollution-free transportation." says bill sponsor Representative Kerr.

    Become a Trips for Kids Ride Leader

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    Volunteer for 5 rides during 2011 or serve the
    equivalent amount of time assisting organization
    in other areas (25 hours).

    TFKD/B will provide volunteers:
    - Special volunteer training opportunities
    - Primal - "Ride Leader" jersey

    Ride Leader Program Details:
    Program Goal: develop a core group of regular volunteers committed to assisting with five or more rides over the next 12 months.

    TFKD/B has always relied on volunteers to power our youth mountain biking and after school bike club programs. As with most pursuits, as volunteers gain experience they undoubtedly become more valuable in supporting the ride logistics and are better equipped to coach and interact with our youth participants. In 2011 we are making a commitment to provide a better volunteer experience for both one-time and regular volunteers. Volunteers who sign up for the “Ride Leader” program may elect to attend pre-ride volunteer training workshops and will receive a TFK “Ride Leader” jersey.

    Call for Nominations – Mayor's Bicycle Advisory Committee

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    From District 9 Council women -- Judy Montero

    Denver has always been a great city for bicycling, and converging local and global trends have renewed the enthusiasm and commitment to a cycling culture. In 2010 Denver moved up the ranks to become a Silver Bicycle Friendly Community, but there is still more work needed to reach the goal of 10 percent bicycle commuting by 2018.

    If you are interested or involved in bicycling, this is an opportunity for you! As advisor to the Mayor and City agencies, and conduit to our community, the MBAC plays a leading role in making Denver a more bicycle friendly city. Denver is looking for committed individuals who will represent our diverse City and bicycle community.

    When applying, please address the following in your letter of interest:

    How often do you ride a bike (daily, weekly, monthly) and for what purpose (recreation, transportation, etc.)?

    Are you a member of any bicycle organizations? Which ones?

    What bicycle-related activities do you /have you participated in?

    Do you use public transportation? Combine it with bike riding?

    Are you familiar with the Bicycle Friendly Communities program?

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