PAG produces bike commuter map using Census data
How many of your neighbors are commuting to work by bike? A new map produced by the Pima Association of Governments uses census information from 2000 to detail the percentage…
New bike lanes in downtown area will be finished soon
Three roadway projects near downtown Tucson will be finished in the next few weeks and will all include bike lanes. Anklam should be completed this morning, according to Tom Thivener,…
This year’s El Tour dedicated to four-time Olympian
Four-time Olympian John Howard, 63, is being honored by El Tour de Tucson event organizers. In a news conference Thursday, Perimeter Bicycling Association of American’s president Richard DeBernardis announced the…
Link Roundup: September 3
Post any interesting links you find in the comment section. TPD cracks down on bicyclists, jaywalkers Bike valet: a whole lot cooler than it sounds UA to provide concierge cycling…
El Tour training program starts Wednesday
The Arizona Cancer Center starts its 11th year of Better Than Ever training program with an information expo on Wednesday. According to a press release, the program encourages people to…
TPD to speak at Tuesday Night Bike Ride
Tucson Police Department officers skipped last week’s Tuesday Night Bike Ride because of the rainy weather, but are planning to speak to the riders this evening. According to an email…
UA scientists ride to raise money for Alzheimer’s research
Editor’s note: This story was submitted by Jeff Harrison. If you would like to submit a story, email me at tucsonvelo@gmail.com. Two University of Arizona scientists are among nearly five…
Link Roundup: August 28
Post any interesting links in the comment section. Hospital Leader to Know: Kevin Burns, CEO of University Medical Center Romance on Two Wheels Boy, 10, Damages Squad Car During Tantrum…
KGUN9 follows up with cyclists’ point of view
Editor’s note: KGUN9’s video would not embed in the page. You can watch it here. KGUN9 produced a follow up to yesterday’s story, which many said was biased against cyclists…
Pima County seeks $41 million federal grant
In an effort to speed up the completion of the Urban Loop, Pima County has applied for a $41 million grant. The grant is part of the second round of…
TPD to work with cyclists to curb bike ride’s lawlessness
In an effort to avoid targeted enforcement of the Tuesday Night Bike Ride, Tucson Police Department officials met with members of Pima County’s bike ambassador program on Monday night. The…
Bike valet opening soon on UA campus
The University of Arizona is on the verge of opening a bicycle valet service for students, employees and guests. According to Bill Davidson, the UA Parking and Transportation Services marketing…