Archive for July, 2009

Bicycling saves even non-riders money, Bicycle Commuting Step-By-Step, How to toughen up your bike shed, The frugal cyclist’s guide to upgrading your road bike, DIY pick-up bike rack, and more money-saving bicycling tips and techniques.

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This is the final push to complete the Flint Hills Nature Trail from Osawatomie and Ottawa, and it's a great opportunity to help build this important link the the rail-trails of eastern Kansas.

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Several bike shops in Kansas have recently relocated to new locales, including The Re-Cyclery in Lawrence, and A Bicycle Service and L&M Cycling and Fitness in the Wichita area.

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This episode features an interviews with Tim & Cindie Travis of downtheroad.org, who're touring the world on their bikes, plus an on-the-scene interview with riders on the Journey of Hope cross-country tour, as well as a recap of bicycling news, a preview of upcoming rides, and a discussion of the Lawrence River Trail.

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It looks like the scare over possible cancellation of this year’s Tour of Missouri is over, with Missouri deciding to live up to its obligations and fund the tour.

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Funding for the Tour of Missouri has been frozen, putting the race, which is due to launch in less than 60 days, in jeopardy. But the decision's not yet final, so please contact the Missouri Governor to help save the tour!

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This episode features an interview with Gina Poertner of KanBikeWalk and LifeBALANCE Sports & Wellness, plus an on-the-scene look at the Tour of Lawrence, as well as a recap of bicycling news, a preview of upcoming rides, and a discussion of the trails at Kill Creek Park.

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Leawood, Kansas is aiming to become a bicycle-friendly community, with plans to file an official application with the League of American Bicyclists. They're hoping to become the third community in the state to earn this prestigious designation.

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The De Soto city council has taken the first steps to rescind the ban on bicycles on 83rd Street easy of the town. The ban has been in place since the 1990's and is one of the few (perhaps only) such ordinance in Kansas.

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The inaugural edition of the Tour of Lawrence kicks off this weekend, with three days of racing in downtown Lawrence, Kansas. Here's a quick look at what you can expect at the event.

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