Read all about Pedal to Empower! International NGO World Bicycle Relief (WBR) just launched a new global DIY ride to bring together riders of all places, levels, and backgrounds to achieve one common goal: to empower women and girls across the globe. Proceeds will benefit WBR programs that tackle gender inequality by helping girls and women better access education and … [Read more...]
The 275 Challenge: Ride a Bike Indoors – or Make a Mask!
Wondering what you can do on July 18th? How about joining thousands of people from around the world who are going to contribute to a worthy cause – from the safety of your own home? We have reported before on Cycle for the Cause, the annual 3-day, 275-mile bike ride organized by New York City’s LGBT Community Center to raise funds for the Center’s HIV/AIDS prevention and … [Read more...]
Remembering Bikes in Military History
Today is Memorial Day - a day to remember fallen heroes. This is a post and video about the remarkable role that bicycles have played in military history. Memorial Day is a good time to think about the meaning of this important public holiday. This is a day to honor those who died serving the USA in military service. The holiday was established after the Civil War as Decoration … [Read more...]
NYC’s LGBT Community Center Kicks off 25th Annual Cycle for the Cause
Update: The 2019 Cycle for the Cause raised $2.1 million (the highest amount they have ever raised!) to continue the fight to end HIV and AIDS! Congratulations to all involved! Here are photos of the finish: 275 mile bike ride will travel from Boston to NYC to raise funds and awareness to end HIV/AIDS Friday, September 20, 2019 — Boston, MA to New York, … [Read more...]
Bike to School Week Student Video Contest – HUB Cycling
As part of Bike to School Week this year, HUB Cycling is running a student video contest for children and youth 18 and under in Metro Vancouver. Bike Reels: Student Video Contest HUB Cycling invites children and youth to film short videos about biking, walking, or rolling to school. If you need inspiration, some possible video ideas include: Benefits of biking, … [Read more...]
