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February 2009
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Reach thousands of bicyclists in and around the city by advertising with Bike Pittsburgh. Contact info@bike-pgh.org for rates.
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Your comments are needed on the Stimulus Package projects
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Add your voice to these proposed projects
The Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC), our regional planning organization that controls vast sums of money (including dispersing a chunk of the stimulus money), has released potential "shovel ready" projects, many of which will come to life as part of the stimulus package. These could begin construction as early as Spring/Summer 2009.
There is a necessary public comment period in order to add these projects to the current list of transportation projects.
Several cycling and pedestrian improvement projects are on the list, and it's very important that you send in your support for these.
This is also another chance to add our voice to the mix and demand that bicycling and pedestrian infrastructure is not only included on it's own, but also included in road projects intended for all users. It would be a shame to have a road project completed, and cyclists and pedestrians were yet again excluded from the design.
Click here to find out about Stimulus Projects and how to add your voice
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IMPORTANT Safe Passing Legislation - Contact Your PA State Representative
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Help move Pennsylvania off of the "Worst States to Cycle In" list
 PA Bikes and Walks, a new statewide bicycle and pedestrian advocacy group that BikePGH is a member of, has released an important action alert.
On the table are two important pieces of legislation: 1) a "4 foot passing law," requiring motor vehicles to pass cyclists with a minimum of 4 feet, and 2) a law protecting cyclists from the dreaded "right hook," where a motorist passes a cyclist on the left and turns right into the bike's path.
Although we think it's common sense for drivers to pass with a minimum of four feet and never make a right turn in front of a cyclist, these laws are intended to to protect us in the unfortunate event that it should happen. All too often the cyclist is blamed for any crash (just ask someone who's been in one), and often has little to no recourse or support from the law.
The prime sponsor, Rep. Ron Miller, is reintroducing this bill very soon. It is imperative to have the bill co-sponsored by as many of the 203 House members as possible.
Learn More and Contact your State Representative Today!!!
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Become a Member of Bike Pittsburgh
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We need your support!
 Not only is membership our most important source of income, it shows we have strength in numbers. Bike maps, bike lanes, and events would not exist without the support of our members.
Imagine Pittsburgh as a city where the choice to ride a bike is an easy
one. A vibrant city where the roads are less congested, the air is
cleaner, and folks are healthier. Bike Pittsburgh works every day on
behalf of our members to make this vision a reality. Invest in
your community and help transform Pittsburgh into a bike friendly city - become a member today!
And if you're already a member, get a friend to join!
Click here to find out more about membership and benefits
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GREAT EVENT: Trips for Kids Fundraiser Party, Sat March 7
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Help get the brand new Pittsburgh Chapter on its wheels!
 The Pittsburgh
chapter joins the more than 60 international chapters that "has opened
the world of cycling to over 50,000 at-risk youth through mountain bike
rides and Earn-A-Bike programs."
The Pittsburgh Chapter will be hosting their first fundraiser and launch party. - Trips for Kids Pittsburgh Chapter Launch and Fundraiser Party
- Saturday March 7
- 7-9pm
- OTB Bicycle Cafe, 2518 Carson St, South Side
$15 donation at the door includes appetizers
Click here for more info
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Calling All Bike Clubs and Event Organizers!
Submit Your Events!
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Cycling season is on the way!
We aim to have the most comprehensive cycling calendar in the City, but we need you to submit your events. If you're hosting any rides, fundraisers, movies, or anything cycling related, send us the info! Our calendar is a great way to reach out to new cyclists and residents and get them involved in our burgeoning scene. We also list weekly and ongoing rides and events. To submit an event to our events calendar, simply send an email with the "five W's" to: info@bike-pgh.org |
A Big THANK YOU to everyone who filled out our eMessenger survey
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It shows us how much you care!!
Tears were brought to our eyes when we saw how many folks filled out our survey to help us improve the eMessenger.
Thanks to everyone who took a moment to give us your thoughts! We got some great feedback and constructive criticism.
Be sure to look for some changes in the future once we chew on and process all the information.
We'll also be publishing some of the results of the survey on our blog, so be sure to stay tuned!
If you haven't filled out the survey yet, it's not too late.
We'll be taking responses until Monday, March 2nd
Click here to give us some feedback.
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Take home a "Membership in a Bottle" today
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Fun new way to become a member
 Thanks to participating bike shops, it is even easier to become a member, or renew your membership. With our new "Membership in a Bottle" Program, go to your favorite bike shop and simply purchase the membership kit to become a card-carrying member on the spot. You can then begin to take advantage of your member benefits immediately.
Even if you are a renewing member, you can still take advantage of this program.
Our "Membership-in-a-Bottle" makes a great gift as well.
If you just want the black and gold water bottle sans membership, you can purchase it at participating shops, or order it here. These attractive bottles are made with #2 food grade plastic, so there is no gross plastic taste to your water.
Did we mention they're black and gold?
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Stay Current on the Latest Cycling News
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 news, events, action alerts and more
We use our blog to post cool videos, cycling news, action alerts, and stories to inform and inspire you. If you haven't checked it out yet, please do. We think you'll be surprised at the wealth and depth of information covered. Feel free to sign up for an account and start commenting!
Like most other blogs we make it easy to share our posts via email, Facebook, Del.icio.us, StumbleUpon and others. Have a Facebook account? Become a fan of Bike Pittsburgh or join our cause and stay up-to-date that way.
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Check out The BikePGH Messageboard
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Meet folks, learn something, discuss issues, find rides
Need to find a bike? How about figure out a route? Ever want to know how how to fix a few things on your bike? Or maybe you just want to show off some photos of your sweet-looking bike. Join in the fun in our online forums. New features include private messaging, being able to subscribe to threads via RSS, marking "favorite" threads, an updated profile page, and an easier search function.
Find out about fun Pittsburgh cycling events, meet other cyclists, peddle your wares, ask questions, or just hang out and have a laugh on our message board.
It's FREE, fun, and a great way to get involved.
Click here to get connected today!
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Pittsburgh Cycling Calendar
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All Things Cycling and More!
 Click here
to view the Pittsburgh Cycling Events Calendar For
details click on the individual events. If you have a Google Calendar you can easily subscribe to our events listing.
If you have a
bike event or ride you'd like to submit, simply contact us. Be sure to answer all the typical questions: who, what, where, when, why, and how much.
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Bike Pittsburgh gratefully acknowledges the
Richard King Mellon Foundation, Heinz Endowments, The Sprout Fund, The Benter Foundation and our members for their generous support.
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