Boston Womens Bicycle Program Ramps Up
Written by Boston Biker on Jun 13I have mentioned it before but I think it is fantastic that the city is starting a women’s bicycling program. The cycling world is very much skewed towards the male gender, and there is absolutely no reason why women should be out there in equal or greater numbers.
The fact that they are not illustrates that the system has some problems that need to be fixed. Be it perceived danger, actual danger, lack of education, cultural shift, or men just being jerks, there is something in our bike system that is keeping ladies from riding. I am very happy the city has started this program.
So if you are a lady, and want to ride a bicycle, or if you are a lady and already ride a bicycle, or if you are a guy and know a lady who you think would want to ride a bicycle, check below for details on upcoming events!
From the City:
Boston Bikes’ new women’s bike initiative is series of rides, biking socials and “Learn to Ride” classes aimed at spreading the joy and benefits of biking in Boston and encouraging more women to take to the streets by bike. Events start this weekend:
Mom & Kid ride
June 14, 2014, 11 Am – 2 PM
Meet at Franklin Park Clubhouse
Easy 2.5 mile ride plus face painting, bike decorating and ice cream by J.P Licks. Discount zoo passes too. FREE. Register today www.bostonbikes.org/women or call 617-918-4458.
Boston Breakers Women’s Bike Social
June 19, 2014, 5:30 PM
Meet at: Jamaica Pond Boathouse,
A fun weeknight outing by bike, ride from the JP Boat House to Harvard Stadium, where the Boston Breakers will take on the Seattle Reign. We’re offering free tickets to the soccer match to the fist 30 women to register. Register today www.bostonbikes.org/women.
For a full list of events, go to: www.bostonbikes.org/women
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