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Who's afraid of the G20?
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Sept 2009
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We all know that the G20 is going to create unprecedented traffic snarls in Pittsburgh. Don't let the 20 biggest world economies mess up your commute, RIDE A BIKE!
Check out our handy step-by-step Bike to Work Guide
Soon we'll also be releasing a brand new comic book style publication called Bike Commuting 101 to teach new commuters all the tricks of the trade. Stay tuned for release details!
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Planning Commission unanimously passes proposed Bicycle Parking Ordinance
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Next stop, City Council
Many cities already have a similar ordinance in place. Pictured is a transit stop in Chicago.
Ever showed up to a shiny new building and couldn't find a place to park your bike? Well, an important bike parking ordinance is making it's way through the City's legal process.
Basically, buildings are often erected or refurbished without any
thought put into where residents, employees and customers can safely
park a bicycle.
We're trying to change that. The proposed ordinance, based off of successes in other cities, requires developers to install bike parking in any new or change of use in a development.
It passed through the planning commission unanimously, and now must go to City Council for approval.
Read the full story here
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Friday 9.11.09 - PGH Party for a Purpose: BikePGH
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Where people come to give back...and have a great time doing it!
A local group, PGH Party for a Purpose, chose BikePGH to reap the proceeds of their upcoming party, this
Friday 9.11.09. This party, only one of four that they host per year,
will be held Downtown at Easy Street, 301 Grant St, across from the City County Building [map].
100% of the proceeds will go to support a more bike-friendly Burgh. So party with us this Friday night... for a purpose!
Friday, 9.11.09
Easy Street
301 Grant St, Downtown
DJs Ed Um and Zimmie
9pm-2am
21+
Click for more info
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BikeFest 09 wrap up
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Year five was better than ever!
Thanks to everyone who helped and participated to make this year's BikeFest a smashing success! There were 50+ events on our BikeFest calendar attracting people from far and wide. The fundraiser party was packed with over 500 attendees raising nearly $14,000 for bicycle advocacy. Thanks again to all our volunteers, participants, and sponsors!
Check out our fun set of pics from the Kickoff Party!
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Limited number of BikeFest 2009 T-shirts left!
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Get one before they're gone!
We have a limited number of BikeFest 2009 shirts left. All of the Grey shirts sold out!
We still have some of the attractive Cream colored shirts in many sizes, both for men and women.
These are 100% Cotton, American Apparel T-shirts.
$14, Price includes shipping and handling.
Click here to purchase a BikeFest 09 T Shirt
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Double Your Membership Donation with our Dollar-for-Dollar Matching Program
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Join today! Keep this movement going!
 We are extremely excited to announce our summer-long matching gift program. There is no better time to join and become a member or renew your membership.
Membership is our most important source of income. The
more members we have, the stronger our voice! When you visit other
bike-friendly cities in America and wonder why Pittsburgh isn't the
same...remember, those cities weren't always that way. They became
bike-friendly due to a strong grassroots movement that was at the
table, representing the needs of cyclists. Pittsburgh is no exception.
Never been a member? Check out the discounts and benefits
our card-carrying members enjoy.
Don't remember if you're a member? Call or email us and we'd be happy to tell you: membership@bike-pgh.org
The Pittsburgh Bike Map, bike lanes, racks...None of this would be possible without your support. And there's more on the way!
Click here to find out how you can double your donation and help transform Pittsburgh
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Pro Bikes G20 Summit Prologue and Criterium
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You wanna race? Or maybe just watch one?
Check out Pro Bikes' 2.5 mile fast, completely closed circuit on South Ridge Rd. in North Park, one of Allegheny County's premiere parks. Criteriums also make great spectator sports, so if you want to see some cycling action, head on down!
Saturday, Sept 19
South Ridge Rd, North Park
Click here for more details and registration
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Bike-pgh.org on the web
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Lots of ways to stay connected and spread the word
Not only does our website contain tons of information and tips about cycling in the region, there are many interactive resources as well.
We've updated our classic features to be more user friendly, and added some new ones as well.
All this and more Ch3ck 1T 0uT!
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EVENTS: Pittsburgh Cycling Calendar
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All Things Cycling and More!
September is a great month for riding and events. Here are some highlights:
- Fri, Sept 11: PGH Party for a Purpose - BikePGH - A benefit party for BikePGH - Easy Street, 301 Grant St., Downtown INFO
- Sat, Sept 12: Historic Bike Tour of Industrial Pittsburgh - A leisurely 6-mile ride with lots of stops to point out remnants of the steel industry INFO
- Sun, Sept 13: WPW Fall Rally - A beautiful SW PA
ride on low traffic back roads. This ride is open to the public of all
ages and riding ability. INFO
- Fri, Sept 18: Park(ing) Day - More info soon!
- Fri, Sept 18: PASA Urban Farm Bike Tour - A ride that showcases some lovely
urban farms and gardens by bike. This is a fundraising event to
support Urban Farming in Pittsburgh. INFO
- Sat, Sept 19: Training Wheels for Kids Fundraising Ride - Maya organization focuses on families in the process of adopting a
child with a special need and/or a child that has been abandoned. Multiple routes. INFO
- Sun Sept 20: Month of Mud begins - Western Pennsylvania's oldest and largest off-road race series for racers, by racers.
INFO
- Sun Sept 20: PORC's Annual PIGNIC - Ride Mountain Bikes, Eat stuff. Games and prizes. INFO
Find more info on these as well as other events:
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.
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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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