NEWS-BLOG
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Regional Active Transportation Plan (ATP) – Community Input Wanted
Did you know that Northern Colorado has a regional active transportation plan? In fact, it is in the process of being updated it for the third time. The initial Regional Bicycle Plan was developed in 2013 and that was then revised as the Non-Motorized Plan in 2016. The Non-Motorized Plan is being updated by the North Front Range Metropolitan Planning Organization (“NFRMPO”). The newly revised...
New Road Signage Still Coming Despite Delay Due to Wildfires
The efforts continue from Bike Fort Collins, YourGroupRide.com (YGR) and the Scott Ellis Memorial Fund to coordinate the replacement of existing “Share the Rules, Share the Road Signs,” or “Share the Road” signage with “Bikes May Use Full Lane” and/or “Motorists Must Give 3-Feet Clearance” (“3-Feet Clearance”) signs. In our last report, CDOT had been awaiting approval of the 3-Feet Clearance...
Intersection/Facility Focus – Survey Results: Drake Road & Overland Trail
HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED CONFLICT? In our August issue of The Pedal Post (eNewsletter), Bike Fort Collins posed the question: “Have you experienced conflict, or right-of-way confusion at the intersection of Drake Rd and Overland Trail while riding your bike?” 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...
Intersection/Facility Focus – Survey Results: Elizabeth Street & Taft Hill Road
HAVE YOU EXPERIENCED CONFLICT? In our September issue of The Pedal Post (eNewsletter), Bike Fort Collins posed the question: “Have you experienced conflict, or right-of-way confusion at the intersection of Elizabeth and Taft Hill while riding your bike?” 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...
BFC Participates in Workshops to Determine URA Funding Priorities
Good news! North Fort Collins will soon be receiving more investment via the Urban Renewal Authority (URA) to help advance the development of the 525-acre area of town, essentially defined as a parcel of land between Vine Drive and Wilox Lane, and split by College Avenue (the “North College Plan Area”). Bike Fort Collins recently participated in a multi-month series of workshops including...
Ride For Racial Justice – Fort Collins
With over 250 participants, the Ride For Racial Justice (RFRJ) - Fort Collins on Saturday, September 12th was a huge success! Folks of all ages and colors showed up in a proud and visible statement of solidarity to support efforts in dismantling systemic racism. We are so grateful to RFRJ co-founders, Marcus Robinson and Neal Henderson for bringing the RFRJ to Fort Collins. Through these rides...
Community Support Needed To Bring New Bikes To Second-Graders Who Don’t Have One
September 15, 2020 – FORT COLLINS, CO – Bike Fort Collins has joined forces with fellow nonprofit, Wish For Wheels with a goal to bring a new bike and helmet to every second-grader in each of Poudre School District’s (PSD) six Title 1 schools this fall. Now they need community’s support to make that goal a reality. The two nonprofits, in conjunction with other local initiators and program launch...
2020 Colorado Legislative Session Results
The 2020 Colorado Legislative Session ended on June 15, 2020 and although it was cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some important bicycle legislation was successfully pushed through. Below is a brief summary of each bicycling-related bill, where it ended up and why it's important to you as a cyclist. The Bike Lane Bill Senate Bill 20-061: This bill...
New Website, New Look, New Features
July 30, 2020 – FORT COLLINS, CO – Fort Collins is excited to announce the launch of a new website today. It not only includes a new, updated look that is more consistent with our newer logo (introduced about 2-years ago), but some new features as well. A quick visit to the home page on occasion now provides headlines for current happenings, timely events, programs or projects. We also hope...
3 Trail Side Tips to Ride Pain Free
Have you noticed a little niggle in your knee while pedaling your bike this summer? Maybe a clicking in your hip or slight back discomfort is keeping you from riding? Well fear not, because these 3 stretches will keep your body happy and healthy. And you can perform them anywhere. Standing Quad Stretch Hold on to your handlebars with the hand closest to your bike. Bend your knee and grab your...