Building a bulletproof bikeshare, commuting secrets, Oregon bike tax, four high-quality front lights on a budget and more.

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A weekly update from bicycletimesmag.com View this email in your browser TRANSPORTATION. SPORT. ADVENTURE. Facebook Twitter Instagram FEATURE Building a bulletproof bikeshare Bikeshare bikes aren't sexy, but there's more to their design than meets the eye. They must be easy to ride while also being durable enough to withstand incredible abuse and exposure to the elements. We dive into what it takes to build a bikeshare that checks all the boxes by using Portland's Biketown program as an example. Read more here.  GEAR Four front lights that won't break the bank There's nothing worse than a flimsy, dim light with a short battery life, but a lot of high-quality lights aren't so friendly on the wallet. Read on to learn more about these four great lights that are also a great value.  TRANSPORTATION Secrets of an Oakland super commuter  Morgan Fletcher rides his bike (and takes the ferry) from Oakland to San Francisco for his computer-heavy job as the manager of a software company. His daily time on the bicycle is a phone-free, laptop-free zone that gives him a chance to let off steam and get exercise. Read more to learn about what he loves – and sometimes hates – about commuting by bicycle. NEWS Oregon to become first state to tax bicycles Ironically, a state that prides itself on being bicycle-friendly has passed a bill to impose a tax on any new bikes purchased that have wheels 26 inches or more in diameter and are valued at over $200. This proposed levy has bicycle enthusiasts and advocates up in arms. Read more here.  EVENTS Join us for Bicycle Times Adventure Fest! Bicycle Times Adventure Fest is coming to Stokesville Campground, Virginia, October 13-15, 2017. Enjoy mapped mountain bike routes; supported road, gravel and mixed-surface rides; an expo; clinics and classes; camping; family and kid-friendly activities; live entertainment and more, all in the beautiful George Washington National Forest. Register now!  Tell your friends: Share Tweet Forward Copyright © 2017 Rotating Mass Media, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you signed up for our newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time. Click here to update your preferences. Click here to unsubscribe. Our mailing address is: Rotating Mass Media 3483 Saxonburg Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15238 Add us to your address book

Bicycle Safety Bill HB1784, Annual Ride Packet, and more!

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Date: Feb 9, 2017 6:03 AM
Subject: Bicycle Safety Bill HB1784, Annual Ride Packet, and more!
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ACTION ALERT: Help Us Pass New Bike Safety Legislation Please take a couple minutes to help Ride Illinois pass our state bicycle bill to legalize three common practices and clarify one law. House Bill 1784 would: Allow motorists to pass bikes in a no-passing zone under certain conditions to improve cyclist safety. Officially legalize bicycling on road shoulders, but not require it. Allow bicyclists to use a rear light without also using a rear reflector. Clarify the bicyclist lane position law, when the lane is too narrow for a car to pass with 3+ feet clearance. EMAIL YOUR STATE REPRESENTATIVE HERE Pushing for Bike Friendly Roads in Springfield and West Central Illinois   Ride Illinois has recently asked for improved bicycling conditions on 17 upcoming IDOT road projects in District 6, in Springfield and West Central Illinois. If you ride in any of these areas, please take a moment to read our letters and let us know if you have further suggestions. READ THE LETTERS TO IDOT Grand Illinois Bike Tour Join us June 11 - 16, 2017 for our Grand Illinois Bike Tour! Come experience scenic northwestern Illinois on our fully-supported, loop ride through Byron, Dixon, Savanna, Quad Cities, and Sterling. Bike along the Rock River and Mississippi River valleys on quiet rural roads and some trails, and experience the charming towns of our grand Illinois. Ride at your own pace with daily routes ranging 43-59 miles and longer route options available. Choose between camping and motel options and enjoy overnights filled with good food and good fellowship with riders hailing from around the country. Proceeds benefit Ride Illinois and support our mission to make Illinois a better, safer, and more enjoyable place to ride.  The Grand Illinois Bike Tour is limited to 230 participants and already over 70% capacity. Less than 20 rooms remain for our motel option, so sign up today and grab your spot!   Sponsored by Rad Power Bikes and Hollywood Racks    REGISTER HERE Members Receive our Annual Ride Packet in March   We're in the midst of preparing our annual ride mailing which includes brochures from many organized bike rides taking place around Illinois. Many of the rides are single-day, on a weekend, on relatively quiet rural roads, with a variety of mileage options. Some rides attract dozens, many others bring in hundreds, and a few range from 1,000 to 20,000 riders!   Want to make sure you receive the packet this March? Become a member or renew before February 17 to ensure you receive a packet!  JOIN OR RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP CLICK HERE TO DONATE AND HELP MAKE ILLINOIS A BETTER, SAFER, AND MORE ENJOYABLE PLACE TO RIDE STAY CONNECTED:

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