Local Bike News
Video: Bike Buzz
To sign up for “Bike Buzz” (Bicycling Monterey Subscriber Buzz), refer to Contact/Subscribe. Most scenes in the “Bike Buzz” video below, created October 28, 2017, relate to “Bike Buzz: Autumn 2017 News from Bicycling Monterey.” Music rights for the above video’s song, “King of Spades” — composed by Dan Frechette and performed by Dan Frechette…
Project: Education and advocacy on issues affecting people who bike in Monterey County, throughout California, and nationwide
Among the Bicycling Monterey projects is education and advocacy regarding infrastructure and other local, state, and national issues affecting people who bike. Bike education and advocacy actions have been an ongoing part of Bicycling Monterey’s award-winning work since 2009. Below are a few examples. Education and Advocacy 1. Research issues through participation in webinars, phone conferences, public and private meetings, reading,…
Project: Public Outreach
Public outreach to increase awareness of the multiple benefits of biking—even for people who do not bike—is among the many Bicycling Monterey projects. Virtually everyone benefits from such things as reduced traffic and parking congestion, improved public health, stronger community relationships, benefits to the economy, and reduced carbon emissions as well as reduced air, noise and water…
Regulations for E-Bikes / Electric-Assist Bicycles and Other Non People-Powered Bikes — in Monterey County and Elsewhere
/resources/resources-on-riding-skills-bike-laws-and-safety#eBikeSpecific From e-bike snob to “won me over.” Regulations about e-bikes are still in a state of flux around the United States. Misinformation and confusion abound. It’s advisable to take personal responsibility for researching what the regulations are where you ride. Consider the mix of info below a starting point for your own research. Disclaimer:…
Moss Landing, North Monterey County: Infrastructure update
12/11/22 update: “Moss Landing segment of scenic trail on hold ‘indefinitely,’” by Anna Marie Yanny for the Monterey Herald, Dec 11, 2022. https://www.montereyherald.com/2022/12/11/moss-landing-segment-of-scenic-trail-on-hold-indefinitely/ 12/1/22 update: /monterey-bay-sanctuary-scenic-trail-moss-landing-segment.html 10/19/17 update: “Moss Landing bridge, pathway project gets $7.5 million from state, key link in Monterey Bay Sanctuary Scenic Trail,” by Jim Johnson in the 10/19/17 Monterey County Herald.…