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ALAMEDA COUNTY, Calif., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 24, 2012, the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) and the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) with partner Cycles of Change will launch the new BikeMobile program and the newly designed BikeMobile vehicle at an inaugural ceremony and bike "Fix-a-Thon" event at Rosa Parks Elementary School in Berkeley. The BikeMobile and its bicycle mechanic staff will visit schools and community organizations...
PITTSBURGH, April 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardo Systems, Inc., the world's market leader in wireless Bluetooth communication for motorcycle helmets, will showcase the world's first Bluetooth communication and entertainment system made especially for bicyclists, the cardo BK-1, at North America's largest cycling festival, the Volkswagen Sea Otter Classic. The festival takes place April 19-22 at the Laguna Seca Recreation Area near Monterey, California. Cardo Systems will demonstrate...
Demon's Cycle has launched a new range of chrome hand controls for 1996 onward single disc Harley-Davidson handlebars. Pompano Beach, FL (PRWEB) April 12, 2012 Demon's Cycle Inc., a custom motorcycle builder and custom Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts supplier, is pleased to announce the launch of a new range of chrome hand controls for 1996 onward single disc Harley-Davidson handlebars. These stylish high quality chrome kits contain everything needed to customize and upgrade a Harley...
CHAPEL HILL, N.C., April 11, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is excited to announce three new Walk Friendly Communities (WFC) across the nation and one that elevated its status. The "Walk Friendly" title means a city or town is being recognized for its success in working to improve a wide range of conditions related to walking, including safety, mobility, access, and comfort. PBIC recognizes these four communities for their...
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., March 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Devoted fans of world-famous Cinelli bicycles can now purchase their favorite Cinelli products online from Cinelli-USA, the exclusive distributor of the Italian-made bicycles, framesets and apparel in North America. To bring the brand online, Cinelli-USA chose Shopatron's retail-integrated eCommerce solution because it allows the company to fulfill online sales through local bike shops. The unique eCommerce model opens an online...
A chef, a writer, and filmmaker. It sounds like the start of a bad joke, but it's a unique event coming to Kansas City on April 7, 2012. Doors open at 6:30, dinner starts at 7:00. Meet great "car free" and "car-light" friends and have a great time watching inspiring movies about bicycling. This event is sponsored by BikeWalkKC and is the perfect way to get ready for Bike Month. Kansas City, MO (PRWEB) March 24, 2012 The Dinner & Bikes Tour is traveling the...
LONDON, March 23, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cycling's been on the rise for years but it's electric bikes that are gaining ground as fuel approaches GBP1.50 per litre. The prospect of sitting in traffic while burning your way through a growing fortune in petrol or diesel has lost its appeal for many facing an average daily commute of 6 miles or less. So a new breed of commuter is using technology that's leaving drivers, passengers and even other cyclists trailing behind....
WASHINGTON, March 21, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Wounded warriors from America's military are encouraged to participate in World T.E.A.M. Sports' Face of America bicycle ride from the Pentagon near Washington to the historic battlefields of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania this April 27-29. Presented by Virginia-based Capital One Financial Corporation, the Face of America ride brings together wounded warriors, disabled athletes, active and retired military, and the general public in an...
PITTSBURGH, March 20, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Cardo Systems, Inc., the world's market leader in wireless Bluetooth communications for motorcycle helmets, today announced the launch of the cardo BK-1, an innovative communication and entertainment product designed especially for cyclists. The BK-1 incorporates the engineering expertise and user experience the company has gained as maker of the world-renowned scala rider® line of motorcycle headsets. The BK-1 delivers voice-activated,...
Mountain bike retailers and the sponsors of cycling events have gained another online resource to grow their local web presence. Following its growing theme of listing local resources for sports and fitness providers and events, LocalHood.ca is now looking to attract business from specialty bike shops throughout Canada. Toronto, Ontario (PRWEB) March 18, 2012 Mountain bike retailers and the sponsors of cycling events in Canada have gained another online resource to grow their local web...
