Local Bike News
Watchful Eyes: People bicycling help, by seeing what people driving miss
People on bicycles are the eyes, and ears, of their communities, a valuable “Neighborhood Watch.” They have broad vision and a moderate pace of travel, both of which put them in a position to be helpful to others in a way that people driving cannot be. Tip of the helmet to Ernie Gallardo of Greenfield, a member…
Bikes at Traffic Signals: How does it work?
Matthew Perryman Jones isn’t the only one waiting on the light to change. So are lots of people on bicycles! Here’s how it works at some intersections around the Monterey Bay….
Bike to elegant venues, including fine dining establishments
Who says you can’t use earth-friendly transportation and still enjoy some of life’s little luxuries? Sure, you may prefer transportation other than bicycling on some dress-up occasions, especially if a significant distance from your departure point (although even that no longer hinders many people from biking, thanks to e-bikes). Bicycling, or reaching your destination via bike-and-ride, can…
Gift Ideas for People Who Bike – and for Bike-Friendly Places Too
Reduce holiday shopping chores by spending very little money at a local photocopy shop (or DIY at home!). Better yet, while you give a unique present to make someone happy, you’re also encouraging more biking!
Thank You, 2017 Contributors to Bicycling Monterey
As of December 20, twelve contributors—listed alphabetically below—have thoughtfully supported the work of the Bicycling Monterey website and projects since January 1, 2017. Please join them by making a contribution in any amount by December 31. Thank you. * Asterisk indicates repeat contributor. Bette Harpster Beverly Prowell* Edith Frederick* Ellen Tucker Hans Ongchua* Janet Beaty and Jack…
8th Anniversary – HER Helmet Thursdays
For the 9th Anniversary, click here. Created and launched in Monterey County, HER Helmet Thursdays is one of many Bicycling Monterey projects. (Outside Monterey County? Catch the vision.) The 8th Anniversary of the HER Helmet Thursdays Project was Thanksgiving week 2017; check out the 8th Anniversary guide below. HER refers to Mother Earth, who benefits from…