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Atlanta Bicycle Campaign to Measure Bicycling Population in Atlanta

Submitted by marc on Tue, 06/24/2008 - 12:35pm.
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Let Me Count the Ways – The Atlanta Bicycle Campaign to Measure Bicycling Population in Atlanta

Atlanta Bicycle Campaign to Establish Consistent Regional Bicycle Count and Document Trends in First of Biannual Effort

ATLANTA – June 24, 2008 – The Atlanta Bicycle Campaign today announced that it is conducting the first ever bicycle count to establish a baseline against which to measure future bicycling populations in the city of Atlanta. This count will kick off a recurring project to show whether cycling is rising or falling in the city. The bicycle counts will begin today and run through July 1, 2008 and will represent the first in a biannual data-gathering effort.

Pedal Power at Pride with ABC

Submitted by marc on Mon, 06/23/2008 - 9:30pm.
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The Atlanta Bicycle Campaign Pedals into Pride with First Ever Bicycle-Powered Float

Float to Promote Safely Sharing the Road and a 3 Feet Proper Passing Law

ATLANTA – June 24, 2008 – The Atlanta Bicycle Campaign announces that it is designing a bicycle-powered float for the 2008 Atlanta Pride Celebration Parade, a first in Atlanta Pride history. Four experienced cyclists will pull a float sporting a display educating the public on the need for a 3 feet safe passing law, and encouraging drivers and cyclists alike to share the road. The Atlanta Bicycle Campaign’s Share the Road project aims to educate drivers and cyclists on how to share the road legally and safely.

Explore the Alternative, Cleaner Commute at BikeFest

Submitted by marc on Mon, 05/12/2008 - 7:14pm.
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May 12, 2008
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Fuel Prices, Traffic and Gas Fumes, OH MY

Explore the Alternative, Cleaner Commute at BikeFest, May 14, 11 am - 2 pm in Woodruff Park

With gas prices at an all-time high and the city’s traffic situation even more frustrating, commuting to work by bike is becoming a even more attractive - not to mention green and healthy - option. Enter BikeFest, a partnership between the Atlanta Bicycle Campaign and the Downtown Transportation Management Association. This three-hour outdoor event in Downtown Atlanta's Woodruff Park is a chance to meet bicycle commuters, confer with bicycling experts and - naturally - to win door prizes.

Atlanta Bicycle Campaign Delivers “Bagels for Bicycles” on Bike to Work Day

Submitted by marc on Sat, 05/10/2008 - 12:23pm.
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May 10, 2008
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Atlanta Bicycle Campaign Delivers “Bagels for Bicycles” on Bike to Work Day

On Friday, May 16 the Atlanta Bicycle Campaign offers “Bagels for Bicycles” to Atlanta bicycle commuters on National Bike to Work Day. From 7 to 9 a.m. at Edgewood and Bradley streets (near Thumbs Up Diner) free bagels, coffee and happy faces will greet bicyclists making their way to work, to a greener Atlanta, and to healthier lives.

Atlanta Bicycle Campaign Launches “I’m on that Bike” to Kick-Off National Bike Month

Submitted by marc on Mon, 05/05/2008 - 8:25am.
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May 1, 2008
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Atlanta Bicycle Campaign Launches “I’m on that Bike” to Kick-Off National Bike Month

For the second year, the Atlanta Bicycle Campaign kicks off National Bike Month with distinguished speakers at a one-time event. At 10 a.m. May 5, speakers from the Governor's Office, the Mayor's Office, Atlanta Bicycle Campaign, and the local community will highlight the importance of "Sharing the Road" to the future of a cleaner and greener Atlanta.

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