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Intersection/Facility Focus – Survey Results: South Meldrum Street and West Laurel Street
In our May 2024 issue of The Pedal Post (eNewsletter), Bike Fort Collins posed the question: “Have you experienced conflict or felt unsafe while traveling through the intersection of South Meldrum Street and West Laurel Street?” Thank you to those who responded. Below is a recap of the results. WHAT HAPPENED? In addition, for those who reported conflict, we asked them to describe their...
Rediscovering Biking in Fort Collins: Our Journey on East Vine
….Contributor Bill Thomas, Fort Collins Resident and Cyclist My wife, Susan and I have called East Vine Drive, just half a mile east of North Timberline Road, our home since February 2020. One of the biggest draws of Fort Collins for us was its extensive biking infrastructure. However, we've had our share of frustrations accessing it safely—or at least in a way that felt safe to us. The pavement...
Reliving the Magic of Bike Prom: Fort Collins’ Ultimate Celebration of Cycling
Bike Prom once again brought together Fort Collins' vibrant and diverse crowd of bike enthusiasts for a night dedicated to the love of cycling, culminating in a lively dance party. This year, Bike Fort Collins partnered with Edge Optics to deliver a spectacular event, with the iconic Lyric Cinema serving as the perfect backdrop. A Fun-Filled Evening Begins The festivities kicked off with a late...
2024 Summer Bike to Work Day & Bash: A Huge Success
Fort Collins' beloved annual tradition, the 36th Summer Bike to Work Day, saw an impressive turnout, reinforcing the city’s commitment to active transportation. Thousands of enthusiastic participants took to their bikes, walked, or used other forms of active transportation, creating a vibrant and energetic atmosphere throughout the community. This year’s event featured over 150 stations,...
Intersection/Facility Focus – Survey Results: West Drake Road and Mason Trail
In our May 2024 issue of The Pedal Post (eNewsletter), Bike Fort Collins posed the question: “Have you experienced conflict or felt unsafe while traveling through the intersection of West Drake Road and Mason Trail?” Thank you to those who responded. Below is a recap of the results. WHAT HAPPENED? In addition, for those who reported conflict, we asked them to describe their experience. Here is a...
Intersection/Facility Focus – Survey Results: Cherry Street and Wood Street
In our April 2024 issue of The Pedal Post (eNewsletter), Bike Fort Collins posed the question: “Have you experienced conflict or felt unsafe while traveling through the intersection of Cherry Street and Wood Street?” Thank you to those who responded. Below is a recap of the results. WHAT HAPPENED? In addition, for those who reported conflict, we asked them to describe their experience. Here is a...
SB24-065 – a.k.a. Distracted Driving Bill – UPDATE
It is widely agreed that drivers should focus solely on the road while driving. However, a study by the Colorado Department of Transportation revealed that 91% of Coloradans admitted to driving distracted in the week prior to the survey. Of all the distractions, phones were found to be the primary cause. Bike Fort Collins is promoting the Colorado Distracting Driving bill #SB24-06565, a bill...
Intersection/Facility Focus – Survey Results: South Mason Street & West Myrtle Street
In our March 2024 issue of The Pedal Post (eNewsletter), Bike Fort Collins posed the question: “Have you experienced conflict or felt unsafe while traveling through the intersection of South Mason Street & West Myrtle Street?” Thank you to those who responded. Below is a recap of the results. WHAT HAPPENED? In addition, for those who reported conflict, we asked them to describe their...
Bike Fort Collins Goes to Washington
The National Bike Summit took place from March 19th to March 21st. The event kicked off with a guided bike ride through some of D.C.'s new protected bike lanes, which span 30 miles. The lanes were added to the existing infrastructure, showcasing how safe and protected bike lanes can be created without the need to overhaul the entire street. Next, we all gathered in the auditorium of the M.L.K....
Intersection/Facility Focus – Survey Results: North Taft Hill Road and Laporte Avenue
In our February 2024 issue of The Pedal Post (eNewsletter), Bike Fort Collins posed the question: “Have you experienced conflict or felt unsafe while traveling through the intersection of North Taft Hill Road and Laporte Avenue?” Thank you to those who responded. Below is a recap of the results. WHAT HAPPENED? In addition, for those who reported conflict, we asked them to describe their...