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TAKE ACTION
Don't let congress cut funds for biking and walking
Biking and walking funds are under attack. Let our senators know that this is unacceptable!
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This year, around $700 million of Federal transportation funds, which is less than 2 percent of total transportation dollars, will be spent on bicycling and walking. In 2012 that figure might be a big fat zero. Please contact our Senators TODAY and let them know you support continued funding for biking and walking.
In the next few days, Senator Coburn will ask Congress to eliminate the federal Transportation Enhancements program - the primary funding source for the past 20 years for bike lanes, trails, bike racks on buses, bike education etc. This isn't safe or smart; it's not good for the economy or the environment; this is bad health policy and bad transportation policy. But they are going to try because they don't think bicycling matters.
Even though bicycling projects create more jobs per dollar than highway-only projects and cutting enhancements won't impact the deficit - the money just won't be spent on bicycling - some Members of Congress want to force us backwards to a 1950s highway-only mindset: as if oil embargoes, congestion, smog, the obesity epidemic and climate change never happened.
Now is the time to save biking and walking. As we expect the Senate to move first, we are asking you to contact your Senator and urge them to support continued funding for biking and walking. Don't let them take away this vital investment program for smart, sustainable, safe transportation choices.
Please take action today
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Pittsburgh Bike Map Version 4 Hits the Streets
Brand new Pittsburgh Bike Map is now available. Lots of updates and additions!
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 We are proud to announce the release of Version 4 of our Pittsburgh Bike Map. For this latest edition, we made several dramatic design changes as well as incorporating user feedback. What's New? The most noticeable difference is an updated look and feel. We replaced the cartoon-like appearance with a new design "based on a principal of simplistic convenience," says Colin Miller, a Visual Designer at Deeplocal. "The Bike Map is for those who will use it, bikers - so I didn't want to take away from the true purpose of the map with unnecessary frills." The new style is intended to keep the information at the forefront, making it convenient for the viewer so the maximum amount of information could be conveyed with the least amount of visual effort. The graphics were all stripped down to be viewed more as icons than illustrations which keeps the map simple but communicative. Where do I get one? BikePGH printed 30,000 copies of the Pittsburgh Bike Map V4, that is available for free in various locations around town, as well as in every bike shop. We also printed a "Premium" version on a rip-proof, waterproof paper. The premium version is available for sale on the BikePGH website and in participating bike shops. Official Map Release on Pittsburgh Park(ing) Day: Fri. Sept 16 BikePGH will be celebrating the map release during Pittsburgh Park(ing) Day, Friday September 16 from 8am-4pm. Park(ing) Day is an annual, one-day, international event where people collaborate to temporarily transform spaces designed for vehicle use into a communal space for public use. Visit the Bike Pittsburgh lounge in front of Espresso A Mano at 3623 Butler St in Lawrenceville. We will have a button maker for people to make DIY buttons and will distribute the brand new bike maps. |
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Port Authority Fleet is Complete with Bike Racks!
Celebrate at the Transportation Exploration event: Friday, Sept. 23
|  You are invited to Transportation Exploration, on Friday, September 23 from 7:30 - 9:30 AM in Market Square. All are encouraged to bike, bus, carpool, or simply walk downtown to celebrate and show support for sustainable transportation.
Our decision makers need to know that biking, walking, transit, and other transportation alternatives are worth investing in and prioritizing. Participating organizations will be on hand to answer commuters' questions about how to get around Pittsburgh without defaulting to getting behind a wheel of a car for each and every trip.
The main cause for celebration at Transportation Exploration will be the product of a long-running partnership between the Port Authority and BikePGH. The Port Authority will officially announce that their entire fleet, ie 100% of their buses are now outfitted with bus-mounted bike racks - an important development for people who want to combine transportation options. A Port Authority bus will be parked in Market Square to allow people to practice racking their bikes. The crowd will be welcomed and addressed by BikePGH Executive Director Scott Bricker, Port Authority CEO Steve Bland, GBA Director of Innovation, Aurora Sharrard, and others.
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Relive Your BikeFest 2011 Experience in Photos
BikeFest 2011 was the best ever and the proof is in the pics
|  We just finished the biggest and most well-attended BikeFest to date.
Check out the fabulous photos on our Flickr Site. If you took some pics yourself, please be sure to add them to the BikePGH Flickr Group and tag them with "bikefest2011"
Even more photos can be seen via the BikePGH Messageboard
Want to wear a little piece of BikeFest history? We still have BikeFest T shirts available!
You can purchase a beautiful BikeFest Tshirt on our website. These limited edition 4-color shirts are on a high quality American Apparel 50/50.
Click here to purchase a BikeFest T-shirt |
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Volunteer with BikePGH
We simply can't get by without a little help from our friends
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Want to help make Pittsburgh a more bike-friendly city? Volunteer with BikePGH and help contribute to the cause with blood, sweat and tears. Ok, there probably won't be any blood or tears. Potentially a little sweat depending on what you're volunteering to do. Regardless, if you're interested in lending a hand with our important work please click the link below.
Upcomming events we still need volunteers for:
Saturday, September 17th 1. Lawrenceville Green Business Blitz
2. WYEP Rock the Block Party in Bedford Square in the South Side
Saturday, September 24th 1. Allegheny Green & Innovation Festival at Hartwood Acres
2. Bike Bonanza at the Kingsley Association in Larimer
Look at our volunteer opportunities & register |
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Bike Rack Request Program Extended
Know of a business that needs a rack? Own a business that needs a rack?
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Mayor Luke Ravenstahl and BikePGH collaborated to bring you the Taking Care of Business Bike Rack Request Program. We're through with the initial 200 racks and the City has extended the program.
Does your favorite business need a bike rack?
Take action and send them this link! It's easy and can often be done by simply posting on their facebook wall or dropping them an email.
http://www.pittsburghpa.gov/neighborhoodinitiatives/tcob/bikerack/ Let no business go without bike parking! |
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BikePGH in the News
We've been in the news a lot lately. Check out our latest mentions.
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Click here to see all of BikePGH in the News
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Not a Member of BikePGH? Join Today!
Membership is critical to the future of biking in Pittsburgh
|  Help us continue our momentum into 2012. If you're not a member, please join now. If you're already a member please consider making an additional contribution to ensure our success in the new year. Your support is essential to continue improving the city for bikes.
When you donate, you:
- Add your voice to one of the fastest growing and most transformative organizations in Pittsburgh with over 1,500 current dues-paying members
- Get discounts at your favorite local businesses and bike shops
- Receive an invitation to Bike Pittsburgh's annual membership meeting, special events and promotions
- Demonstrate your support for our mission and vision
- Join the fun and exciting bicycling community in Pittsburgh
- Receive a receipt for a tax-deduction
- Receive discounts from dozens of local bike shops and businesses that support a bicycle-friendly Pittsburgh
Please donate today and make sure that we will be here working on your behalf for years to come!
 Not a member of BikePGH? Join today! Membership is our most important source of revenue, and we need you to add your voice to the movement! BikePGH works to protect cyclist's rights and promote the vision of making Pittsburgh a safer and more enjoyable place to live and to ride. BECOME A MEMBER TODAY
 Already a member and wish to make and additional contribution? Every little bit helps. Whether it's for purchasing bike racks, engineering bike lanes, printing the Pittsburgh Bike Map, or simply helping us pay our internet bill, you can be sure that we put your donation to good use. Make an ADDED DONATION to help make the change that you want to see.
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Cycling Calendar of Events
All things cycling in the Greater Pittsburgh Region
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Fri Sept 16: Park(ing) Day - Check out reclaimed parking spaces all over town. Visit the BikePGH Lounge in front of Espresso A Mano in Lawrenceville where we'll be celebrating the release of our Pittsburgh Bike Map v4
Fri Sept 16, 10:30am: Park(ing) Day Ride - Visit as many of the Park(ing) Day locations as time allows in this easy pace tour of Pittsburgh
Sat Sept 17: First Annual Bike Show and Swap at Bicycle Heaven - Check out Pittsburgh's newest Museum, Bicycle Heaven, and score some deals
Sun Sept 18: Free Ride Mechanic's Classes - Various topics
Fri Sept 23: September Flock Party Ride - Meet at the Dinosaur in Oakland
Sat Sept 24: Bicycle Bonanza - Celebrate bicycling at the Kingsley Community Center in East Liberty
Sun Sept 25: Ohio River Trail Council 34-Mile Panhandle Trail Ride - Walker's Mill, PA
Sat Oct 1: Biketoberfest 2011 - Take a tour of the Mon Valley and support development in these towns
There are way more events than those listed above, click on the button below to see the complete list and details associated with all of the events. 
If you have a bike event or ride you'd like to submit, let us know about it.
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Bike Pittsburgh gratefully acknowledges the
Richard King Mellon Foundation, Heinz Endowments, The Sprout Fund, The Benter Foundation, The Alliance for Biking & Walking and our members for their generous support.
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