by bikefc | Sep 21, 2016 | More Bikes
When you think of mountain biking in Fort Collins, what comes to mind? Horsetooth Mountain Open Space. Devils Backbone. Foothills Trail, Coyote Ridge and Ginny Trail. Long steep climbs…rocky technical descents. These are definitely some of the most popular rides...
by bikefc | Sep 6, 2016 | Support BFC
It was a big week for bad news about the future of the human race. In particular, two reports popped up that caught my eye. They’ve fortified some of my thinking about how BFC needs to evolve in the role we play, and in particular how we can leverage...
by bikefc | Aug 25, 2016 | Bicycle Advocacy, More Bikes, Programs
Small businesses need any advantage they can get in this world of big box stores, online shopping, and chain restaurants. One often undervalued asset for local retailers and service providers is a sturdy, secure bike rack located near the establishment’s...
by bikefc | Aug 4, 2016 | Support BFC
Nearly 5 years ago, back in the Cranknstein era, Dan Porter, editor and owner of YourGroupRide.com, and I hatched a harebrained scheme to put together a regular live bike talk show. The event was born of my affection for Porter’s flagship event RioSwap,...
by bikefc | Aug 1, 2016 | More Bikes, Safe Streets
There’s a lot going on downtown during the summer. Carpooling to Old Town can be a smart way to go. But for some events, like New West Fest, parking spots are in very short supply. At times like that you’ll definitely want to travel by bike or bus instead...
