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A personal site with information on lifestyle, touring and camping, health and fitness, traffic safety, and advocacy. Touring travelogues, technical analysis, and cycling humor are among the offerings.
http://kenkifer.com/bikepages/
A useful and relevant resource for those wishing to use their bicycles for touring and commuting. Includes many articles and links that will appeal to novice and expert alike.
http://www.bicyclinglife.com/
Maps and resources for using your bike for everyday transport. Information regarding transit access included. Primary focus is Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland.
http://www.bikemap.com/
Link portal for sites, products and services related to the use the bicycle as a means of transport to and from work.
http://www.biketowork.com/
News, reviews, and articles of interest to those who choose to commute by bicycle. Also home to a database of commuter profiles submitted from around the country.
http://www.bikecommute.com/
Essays and philosophy designed for the "New Urban Cyclist". Part of the Living Room organization which endeavors to cultivate the concept of sustainable, environmentally conscious communities.
http://www.living-room.org/bikepeople/index.html
An online memorial to members of the international bike messenger community. Includes stories, artwork, and poetry.
http://www.ahalenia.com/memorial/index.html
General cycling resources, bicycle traffic laws - and how to fight bad ones; cyclist defense and education. Many articles with a reference section to other sites around the 'Net.
http://www.crankmail.com/bike-res.html
Contains articles and information intended to promote awareness of the multiple benefits resulting from the development a more bike centric transportation lifestyle.
http://www.bikecommuter.com/
From the League of American Bicyclists. Practical tips for safe and effective handling of many situations common to bike commuters.
http://www.bikeleague.org/educenter/index.html
Promoting sustainable transport resulting in the improvement of health, the environment, and society. Encourages a modal shift away from cars to walking, cycling and public transport.
http://www.modalshift.org/
Part of the Sierra Club's "Stop Sprawl" series, it is the summary of an article based on a nationwide, aggregate analysis as well as detailed case studies of cycling trends and policies in seven case study cities.
http://www.sierraclub.org/sprawl/transportation/encourage.asp
Builds and promotes the distribution of load-bearing bicycles for people who need them most yet can least afford them. Includes details on how to help, projects and nations assisted, photos of the various Xtrabike options and technology.
http://xaccess.org/
Formerly ChainGuard.org, an authoritative source for bicycle advocacy on the 'Net. Visitors will find links to many relevant sites and stories pertaining to rights of vehicular cyclists everywhere.
http://www.probicycle.com/
A resource for people interested in information regarding bicycles designed specifically for commuting.
http://members.101freeway.com/da.../MyWebsite/commuter_bicycles.htm
A resource provided by the North Central Texas Council of Governments, BikeWeb is described as a bicycle-pedestrian trail information system for the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. Houses an interactive database for finding routes and trails on which to commute by bicycle.
http://www.dfwinfo.com/trans/bikeweb/
A Topica mailing list for the discussion of operational bicycle transportation issues such as equipment, techniques, and methods. Subscription required; archives are available only to subscribers.
http://www.topica.com/lists/commute-logistics/
A Yahoo! Groups mailing list created for the purpose of discussing bicycling issues in the Portland, Oregon, area. Special emphasis is placed on bicycles as a legitimate form of transportation; not just recreational vehicles.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/pdxbicyclingadvocacy/
A Yahoo! Groups mailing list devoted to the discussion of transportational cycling to and from work. Subscribers are invited to share stories, photos, tips, and experiences.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bicyclecommuting/
Personal notes, opinions, and experiences regarding bicycle commuting by an experienced practitioner. Excuses are disproven and tips are given for novices that may be reluctant to make that first step toward the bicycle as a viable means of transport.
http://www.ceejbot.com/Meta/bike.commuting.php
Part of the Sierra Club's eFiles series, this site provides five tips for promoting the bicycle as an alternative means of transport.
http://www.sierraclub.org/e-files/bike_commuting.asp
Though published by the Santa Barbara Bicycle Coalition, this resource provides a general overview of tips and techniques that could benefit any bicycle commuter.
http://www.sbbike.org/commute/how-to.html
Bicycle and pedestrian resources primarily aimed at residents in the Arlington County, Virginia, area. Nonetheless, there are many articles and resources that could benefit any bicycle commuter. A sub-site of the greater CommuterPage.com.
http://www.commuterpage.com/Bike.htm
A collection of articles focusing on the illumiation needs of vehicular cyclists. Included are reviews and opinions with respect to various commercial systems. Recommended for any commuter who finds themselves cycling in the dark.
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harart-commute-lights.html
A sub-site of John Korber's "One World, One People" project, this resource offers a compelling treatise on the merits of bicycle transportation as a sustainable, environmentally friendly alternative means of transportation.
http://members.aol.com/Jakajk/bikeweb2.html
Presented by Sustainable Enterprises, this article offers a brief survey of methods intended to reduce dependency on automobiles and remove them from the inner city.
http://www.sustainableenterprises.com/Community/bikeprog.htm
A discussion forum centered around the topic of bicycle commuting. Threads include subjects such as living car-free, safe riding, clothing selection, and common commuting issues.
http://www.bikeforums.net/forumdisplay.php?forumid=20
Boulder, Colorado, based group encouraging passive, anti-war protest through the switch from auto dependency to bicycle transportation. General information, photographs, links, and contacts.
http://bikeforpeace.org/
Run by an ex UK Local Government Cycling Officer. Focuses on a wide range of cycle campaigning issues, plus cycling history, and humour.
http://www.thebikezone.org.uk/thebikezone/bike1.html
Well crafted site for information on bike commuting by a San Francisco cyclist and activist. Includes views, reviews, and How-To articles.
http://www.runmuki.com/commute/index.html
Personal anecdotes and suggestions from a seasoned bicycle commuter, Jennifer Hodgdon. Subjects include clothing and equipment.
http://www.poplarware.com/personal/bicycle.html
A Harrisburg, PA, area bicycle commuter's bLog. Day-to-Day antics and views ranging from tool reviews to daily experiences.
http://www.bicyclecommutingnow.blogspot.com/
A comprehensive resource for both the novice and experienced bicycle commuter. Published by the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin, this site provides tips and suggestions regarding accessories, safety and all-weather riding. There is also a section to encourage employers to support your cause.
http://www.bfw.org/new_bfw/commuting/intro.php
An interesting article published in the July 2000 edition of VIA; the bimonthly magazine of the California State Automobile Association. Presented as a profile article, it also contains some useful general information and links.
http://www.viamagazine.com/top_s...ies/articles/pedal_pushers00.asp
Wrapped within the publicity of Bike-To-Work activities in Madison, Wisconsin, this series of pages offers several pointers for novices considering the switch to bicycle commuting. There is also a section aimed at educating the employer about tolerance and accommodation.
http://www.tds.net/btw1/Commuter.html
A rather provacative article by Mark Jenkins that appeared in the January 2000 issue of Outside Magazine. The author promotes the benefits of choosing the bicycle as a vehicle to the benefit of both environment and health.
http://outside.away.com/magazine/200001/200001hardway1.html
A pair of electronic handbooks promoting bicycle transportation in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. The guide for employees is well crafted and contains useful illustrations.
http://www.mwcog.org/commuter/bike.htm
Informative site containing many articles on the choice of a bicycle as one's preferred means of transport. Contains a sections on product reviews and Critical Mass as well.
http://www.self-propelled-city.com/
A web resource for those interested in the velomobile: self-contained, fully (or semi-) enclosed bicycle-based vehicles. Information includes commercial acquisition sources as well as roll-your-own designs and construction techniques.
http://www.velomobiles.net/
Features recommentations for bicycle designed and equipped specifically for commuting and transportation as opposed to recreation. The site is presented as a public benefit to support alternatives to the automobile. Includes links to example vehicles from manufactures both major and obscure.
http://www.commuterbicycle.com/
A non-profit organization which refurbishes bicycles for use as alternative transportation for residents and businesses of St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Borrowing information, event calendar, volunteer and wish list, photos, and bicycle advocacy links provided.
http://www.yellowbikes.org/
An MSN Community forum for those who use bicycles for transportation.
http://groups.msn.com/bicyclecommuters/
An interesting and insightful collection of original articles addressing the topic of vehicular cycling. Features include analyses of state laws related to bicycling, tutorials and reform movements.
http://www.geocities.com/fredoswald/
Provides photos and descriptions of poorly-designed bicycle routes, primarily in the United Kingdom, but containing information of use to all vehicular cyclists. Includes a news archive and information on joining.
http://www.17beechroad.freeserve...eCampaign/facility-of-the-month/
Though some content is focused upon North Carolina, there are many useful resources to any beginning bicycle commuter. Topics range from riding techniques to equipment.
http://bikementor.org
A one page resource published by the Sacramento Transportation Management Association lauding the benefits of considering bicycle commuting by both workers and employers. Various tips and suggestions are offered.
http://www.sacramento-tma.org/Bicycling.htm