Jeff Mappes Pedaling Revolution – CMNH Explorer Series
On Friday, September 14th at 7:30pm, as part of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Explorer Series, cyclist, political journalist and author of Pedaling Revolution Jeff Mappes will be speaking about the biking revolution he is seeing around the country. In Cleveland he will talk about how the growth of the cycling movement (like the…
Read MoreNOACA Bike Plan Public Meetings
As NOACA continues to update it’s Regional Bike Plan they are seeking more input from cyclists. Help identify and prioritize gaps in the region’s bikeway network, share your preferred type of bikeway, and help shape NOACA’s planning goals related to bicycling by attending one of the five upcoming public meetings that NOACA has planned across…
Read MoreHelp police find vehicle involved in cyclist hit and run collision
Saturday evening (August 25th) there was a collision at the intersection of Clifton Ave. and West Blvd in Cleveland involving 30 year old Elizabeth Deering and a speeding motorist who maliciously fled the scene of the crash. Ms. Deering, who turned 30 a few days ago and is a designer at American Greetings, was on…
Read MoreDetroit Ave. Bike Lane
The City of Cleveland is holding a public meeting to present a proposed bike lane on Detroit Avenue from W. 25th Street to Lake Avenue. Come see the proposed design and provide feedback and support. The meeting will take place in the Reinberger Auditorium of West Side Ecumenical Ministry located at 5209 Detroit Ave. It…
Read MoreKnocked Out of the Top 50
In 2011 Cleveland graced Bicycling Magazines list of the 50 most bicycle-friendly cities, coming in at #39. Despite progress, including the opening of the Cleveland Bike Rack, the passage of the Complete and Green Streets Ordinance, and the addition of sharrows on a few Cleveland streets the city of Cleveland failed to make the list…
Read MoreGlenville Bike Fix-a-Thon
Join Bike Cleveland, Famicos Foundation, University Circle Inc., Ohio City Bicycle Co-op, and Joy Machines Bike Shop for a FREE adult bicycle Fix-a-thon in the Glenville/University Circle neighborhood. Mechanics will be on hand to help cyclists with minor repairs that will ensure bikes are in safe, working condition and are ready to ride. University Circle…
Read MoreBikes, Brunch and a Movie
Bike Cleveland will help wrap up Playhouse Square’s Cinema at the Square series on August 19th by hosting an afternoon bike ride to Playhouse Square to see Mary Poppins. Start your afternoon at Market Garden (1947 W. 25th.), where an area will be reserved for cyclists to socialize and enjoy a delicious brunch from 11am-1pm.…
Read MoreBeach 2 Beach Ride
Join Bike Cleveland as we appreciate and take advantage of our wonderful lakefront on the first ever Beach 2 Beach Ride. The day will begin at 3pm with a volunteer beach clean-up at Edgewater State Park with the Friends of Edgewater Statepark and Drink Local Drink Tap followed. Meet at the Honey Hut Pavilion. Following…
Read MoreODOT Access Ohio Survey- Provide your input
The Ohio Department of Transportation is updating their long range transportation plan. Make sure biking is included in their plan by completing their Access 2040 Survey. Let them know that you support a transportation system that allows you to safely and efficiently get around by bike, foot, and public transit. Complete their survey here and…
Read MoreBurning River Rides
Bike Cleveland volunteers have put together two rides this weekend focused on Cleveland’s rise towards a green city on a blue lake. On Saturday, July 21st at 4:30PM, Bike Cleveland volunteers will host a short ride around several west side neighborhoods to highlight local sustainability projects, and with some luck run into some Garden Walkers.…
Read MoreMandatory Bike Licensing – Bike Cleveland Position Statement
Bike Cleveland congratulates the City of Cleveland for amending their local ordinances so that bike licensing is no longer mandatory. Below is our position statement on the importance for cities to follow the example of Cleveland and remove local requirements for cyclists to license their bikes. Position Statement: Bike Licensing and Mandatory Registration The Board…
Read MoreRoyalview Mountain Bike Expo
Reposted from CAMBA.us and CleMetParks.com. Help celebrate the opening of the Royalview Mountain Bike trail. Participate in skills clinics, beginner’s rides, bike demos, introductory bike maintenance classes, hourly group rides and a kid’s skill course. Bring your own bike and helmets are required for participants. Most activities are ages 8 & up. CAMBA members have…
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