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The following Links have been gathered to help you learn more about cycling. If you have a great link to share click here . |
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Bikes & Products
www.bikefriday.com -- RBR's Ed Pavelka was one of the first "serious roadies" to own a Bike Friday travel bike, and he still loves it. If you want to take a bike when you fly, you simply can't afford not to have one of these.
www.co-motion.com -- Ed met Joleen thanks to his Co-Mo tandem, and now they're married. 'Nuf said! Fine bikes, plus a site with loads of helpful tech info. Makes tandem shopping easier.
www.litespeed.com -- Litespeed supplied a Vortex and Blade to each member of Ed Pavelka's Race Across America senior team in 1996. The guys will never stop appreciating it. Super bikes! The team set a still-standing world record on 'em.
www.rivendellbicycles.com -- Rivendell supplies classic lugged steel frames, hard-to-find retro equipment, a refreshingly traditional attitude, and its very cool Rivendell Reader.
www.martyscyle.com --Webmaster's choice. Marty's Cycle Center in Avon Lake. Marty is member friendly and very knowledgeable about cycling. Just don't test him on his colors...
Rides & Tours
www.bicycleadventureclub.org -- this non-profit club offers 30-40 North American and overseas tours each year, led by members to keep costs down. Impressive venues and prices.
www.planetultra.com -- promoter Chris Kostman's site has training articles and event information for a host of real tough bike rides, including the fearsome Furnace Creek 508 (miles) through Death Valley.
www.wildheartcycling.com-- fully catered, guided road bike tours throughout Oregon.
Organizations
www.adventurecycling.org -- the Adventure Cycling Association is a leading source of maps, tours, and touring products.
www.bikeleague.org -- the League of American Bicyclists works through advocacy and education to foster a bike-friendly America. Don't just sit there -- join!
www.bikeleague.org/members/club/cuesheet.php League of American Bicyclists
America Bikes A collaborative effort to advocate for positive outcomes for bicycling in the next federal transportation funding bill.
Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute BHSI explains the technology of helmets to consumers and poromotes better helmets through improved standards.
Bikes Belong Coalition The industry’s organization dedicated to putting more people on bicycles more often.
International Mountain Bike Association IMBA creates, enhances, and preserves trail opportunities for mountain bikers worldwide.
National Center for Bicycling and Walking The mission of NCBW is to create bicycle-friendly and walkable communities.
Pedestrian & Bicycle Info Center A clearinghouse for information about health and safety, engineering, advocacy, education, enforcement and access.
Rails To Trails Conservancy RTC is building a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors to create healthy places for healthy people.
The Thunderhead Alliance A national coalition of state and local bicycle advocacy organizations working to break down barriers to safe bicycling in American communities.
Information
www.analyticcycling.com -- provides technical methods for evaluating and estimating cycling performance. Number lovers and math majors rejoice!
www.girlbike.com -- a sweet resource for women cyclists, owned and operated by Crystal Waters, No. 1 on RBR's great-name list.
www.hubbub.com -- this Cleveland-area bike shop comes under the "Information" heading because of its unique "technical calculator." Not for rocket scientists only (but it might help!).
www.jimlangley.net -- longtime cycling mechanic/writer/collector Jim Langley has filled his site with tips, tricks, stories, reviews, repair articles, and dozens of vintage cycling illustrations. Jim also serves as a technical consultant to RoadBikeRider.com.
www.trainingandrecipeexchange.com --Exchange training tips, recipes, with other cyclist across the county. This is an interactive site that wants your feedback.
Other
www.bikefinder.com -- this free registry stores information about your bike and medical history. It's a way to get your stolen machine back and for doctors to get vital info in an emergency.
www.grahamwatson.com -- photos and picture books by Graham Watson, the reigning king of pro bike race photographers.
Events in Other Areas
www.greenetrailsclassic.com--This event will be held on July 19-22, 2007. People can come all or part of the four day activities. Each day features a different direction in a fantastic trail system.
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