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Upcoming Rides In And Around Dorchester
Written by Boston Biker on Aug 11From DotBike:
There are a bunch of fun rides coming up with this Saturday August 10th being particularly eventful in and around the neighborhood. Also a Mayoral forum on Parks and Open Spaces is happening on Thursday next Week. And check out the route of the Fairmount Greenway the following Saturday August 17th. See below for details.
- Saturday Aug 10 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Discover Roxbury Endurance Ride Bike Tour
- Saturday Aug 10 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Mattapan on Wheels Bike fest
- Saturday Aug 10 midnight – dawn Boston By Bike at Night
- Thursday Aug 15 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Parks and Open Spaces Mayoral Forum
- Saturday Aug 17 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Fairmount Greenway Bike Tour
Saturday Aug 10 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Discover Roxbury Endurance Ride Bike Tour
Meets at Roxbury Crossing MBTA Station
Tickets Adults $10, Children $5
OK. The endurance ride through Roxbury’s hills isn’t as tough as a ride in Nepal! Yet, it is still a bit of a challenge. Don’t think of this as a tour, it’s more of an adventure. On this ride we’ll bike to the top Roxbury’s highest peaks, along some of its major roads, and past historic monuments. Stops will be limited to give us more riding time to cover as much of the neighborhood as possible. At the end of the ride, celebrate with a pub meal in Brigham Circle. Difficulty: Challenging.
Tickets and Info: https://discoverroxbury.
Saturday Aug 10 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Mattapan on Wheels Bike fest
Mildred Ave. Community Center, 5 Mildred Ave., Mattapan
This 3rd annual family-friendly biking program is put together by the Vigorous Youth of the Mattapan Food and Fitness Coalition. The route will take the group by various spots of interest in Mattapan as well as make the connection to the Neponset River Greenway. Bikes and helmets will be provided at no cost to those who need them. For more info and to Register for free, visit http://mattapanonwheels3.
Saturday Aug 10 midnight – dawn Boston By Bike at Night
Twenty-fifth Annual Tour of Architectural and Historic Sites
Meet at 11:15 PM in front of Trinity Church in Copley Square.
Bring a bicycle with a light and wear something reflective; helmet recommended.
Commemorative T shirts available. Bring something for pot luck breakfast Sunday in Christopher Columbus Park
Please bring a spare inner tube that fits your tires. Sponsored by Back Bay Midnight Pedalers.
In the past this has been 30-ish miles over 7-8 hours, meaning that there are a lot of interesting stops, where I usually learn something new about parts of our city. A few times in the past, the ride has gotten permission to go places that you can otherwise NEVER ride. ’nuff said.
http://bostonbiker.org/2013/
Saturday Aug 17 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Fairmount Greenway Bike Tour
On August 17th, 2013 the Fairmount Greenway Task Force (FGTF) will host Fairmount Greenway on the Move, a bike ride aimed highlighting the current projects along the Fairmount Greenway. A guided group will take participants on tours along the proposed Fairmount Greenway route. The tour will run from South Bay to Mattapan before returning to Upham’s Corner, which will be at a leisurely pace for the 9 miles ride.
No bike? No problem. The FGTF will have some bikes available that participants can use, which will be picked up and returned to South Bay. To request a bike e-mail Michelle Moon at [email protected].
Bike Ride Schedule – August 17th
10:30 Meet at South Bay parking lot with a bike (Mass Ave side of the parking lot near the Hubway Station)
10:50 Arrive at Upham’s Corner
12:00 Arrive in Mattapan Square – bathroom and water break
12:15 Turn around to bike back to Upham’s Corner (for those who want to complete the loop)
1:00 Arrive back at Upham’s Corner for the Street Fair
Please bring plenty of drinking water and a snack. Helmets are strongly encouraged to bring and use while on the tour.
Fairmount Greenway on the Move is an excellent way to see the Fairmount Greenway, meet cool people and get outside to have some fun!
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Ride With DotBike This Friday For BikeFriday
Written by Boston Biker on Jun 26From the email, these guys are a lot of fun, if you live in the Dot and wanted to try riding to work this would be a great day to do it:
Hi Dot Bikers,
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Neponset Greenway Completion State Funding Commitment
Written by Boston Biker on Jun 13Got this in the email from DotBike, pretty awesome that they have agreed to fund this project, its been in the works a long long time. If you have never ridden on the green-way, you should its gorgeous pretty much year round.
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Office of Governor Deval L. Patrick
Press Release
Contact: Heather Johnson, Bonnie McGilpin, Juli Hanscom – 617-725-4025; SJ Port (DCR) – 617-626-1453; Cyndi Roy (MassDOT) – 857-368-8500
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$1.9 million for design to complete bicycle and pedestrian path; connecting communities and improving the transportation network
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Public meeting on Vernon St. Cycle Track Wednesday June 19th 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Written by Boston Biker on Jun 07From DotBike:
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Public Meeting for Proposed Cycletrack on Mt. Vernon Street
Wednesday June 19, 2013 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
270 Mt. Vernon Street, DorchesterSUBJECT: DISCUSSION TO UNDERSTAND NEIGHBORHOOD INTEREST IN CYCLE TRACKS ON MT. VERNON STREET
What are cycle tracks?
Cycle tracks are sections of road designated for exclusive use by cyclists, physically protected from motor vehicle traffic. Paint or thermoplastic lane markings and flexible bollards plus accompanying signage mark the cycle tracks. Green paint is occasionally added for emphasis on select segments.
Why install cycle tracks?
Mt. Vernon Street’s proximity to University of Massachusetts Boston, the Walter Denny Youth Center, UMass/JFK MBTA Station, and elementary and middle schools, makes bicycling a very desirable transportation choice. Currently few people bicycle because of fear of cars and high speeds on Mt. Vernon Street. Cycle tracks dramatically improve comfort and allow new people to bike.
What about safety?
Cycle tracks are proven to make the roads safer for all users. All proposed plans would improve safety in the following ways.
Designate a safe riding zone for cyclists;
Encourage cars to drive at slower, safer speeds;
Encourage cyclists to bicycle more respectfully and predictably; and,
Make pedestrians and drivers more aware of cyclists.
What are the project limits?
The bike facilities being discussed would extend from William T. Morrissey Boulevard to University Drive.
What does the City do for education and enforcement?
The City supports facilities through education and enforcement of the rules of the road for cyclists and drivers. Boston Police are key partners.
What is involved with installation? Work typically occurs during the day or at night over 3-5 days.
Will parking be impacted? Parking is currently not permitted on Mt. Vernon Street.
Will traffic be impacted? One motor vehicle lane will be removed in each direction with this project.
Boston Bikes is part of Mayor Menino’s vision for a vibrant and healthy city that benefits all its citizens. It seeks to make Boston a world-class bicycling city by creating safe and inviting conditions for all residents and visitors. For more information please call Nicole Freedman, Boston Bikes, <617-918-4456.
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Ribbon Cutting At Ashmont Cycles, With His Honah
Written by Boston Biker on Aug 06From Dotbike.
Join Mayor Menino Aug. 16 for Ribbon Cuttings at Ashmont Cycles & Sea Breeze Mexican Grill
Please join Mayor Menino, SMAMS, Ashmont Cycles, and Sea Breeze Mexican Grill onThursday, August 16, 5:15 PM, to celebrate both businesses’ beautiful new signs, which were assisted by SMAMS and the City’s ReStore program.
We will gather at Ashmont Cycles, 551-A Talbot Ave (next door to Ashmont Grill) at 5:15 PM, then move on to Sea Breeze, 1782 Dorchester Ave, at the corner of Shepton Street.
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The Word On The Street
Here is what people are saying
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe main issue you will confront if you get into a dispute with police over bicycle prohibitions is whether the prohibition is supported by law. Often it is not. Example: the ramp from Commonwealth Avenue to Route 128 northbound and … Continue reading →jsallen
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe main issue you will confront if you get into a dispute with police over bicycle prohibitions is whether the prohibition is supported by law. Often it is not. Example: the ramp from Commonwealth Avenue to Route 128 northbound and … Continue reading →jsallen
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- My Work In The Wild: Feather Head Badge With Chris King Headset January 3, 2021One of my customers sent me this amazing picture of my feather badge installed on their (awesome!) bike. Check out Manofmultnomah (here and here), apparently Chris King took some interest in it as well. Want one of your own? Buy it here, or here... Continue reading →Boston Biker
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →greg
