Feature Articles
Get Your Share the Road License Plate
Share the Road license plates raise awareness and encourage everyone to use our roads safely and respectfully. With nearly 6,000 plates on Colorado vehicles, together we’re spreading the word while raising funds to help make Colorado an even more bicycle-friendly state. By purchasing and mounting our Share the Road license plate on your car or truck, it reminds other drivers to be mindful of and respectful toward bicyclists and other vulnerable road users. Order yours ... Read more
Pedaling Through Paradise: Must-Experience Fall Cycling Trails in Colorado
As summer slowly bids farewell and the leaves begin their vibrant transformation, there’s no better time to explore the breathtaking beauty of Colorado on two wheels. Known for its stunning landscapes, the Centennial State offers many cycling trails perfect for immersing yourself in the magic of fall. In this guide, we’ll take you on a journey through some of Colorado’s best fall cycling trails, each with its unique charm and autumnal allure. So, dust off ... Read more
E-bike Rebates Still Going Strong
By Kate Agathon 5,502. Over five thousand more cyclists in the city. Over five thousand less cars sitting in congested Denver traffic. Over five thousand individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle through an alternative mode of transportation. Since its launch on Earth Day 2022, the City of Denver’s wildly successful e-bike rebate program has resulted in 5,502 (as of May 2) more e-bikes on Denver’s roads and bike lanes. “The popularity of our e-bike rebate program ... Read more
Beyond Bike Month
By Kate Agathon Although Bike Month in Colorado is officially over, for some community members, Bike Month is every month of the year. For these individuals, there is no designated Bike Month on their calendars, because every day is spent improving the community one bike at a time. Every day, these bike enthusiasts are working to get kids, special needs individuals, and others facing limited mobility options onto bikes. While the important work they do ... Read more
U.S. Cyclists in the 2023 Tour de France
By Kate Agathon The USA Cycling National Team (and Colorado!) will have a solid representation at the 2023 Tour de France. The average age of these phenomenal cyclists competing on the world’s biggest cycling stage is a mere 25 years. Here’s a snapshot of the six Americans (last year there were seven) who will be among the 176-person peloton competing in the 110th edition of the Tour starting this Saturday in Bilbao, Spain. Lawson Craddock ... Read more
The Engine Inside Explores the Potential of Bicycles Through Personal Narratives
By Kate Agathon A bicycle is an amazing tool: it can provide freedom, improve physical and mental health, and be used as a catalyst for social and environmental change. Narrated by Phil Liggett, The Engine Inside (2023) presents the complex and intimate stories of six bicyclists who consider the bicycle as a two-wheeled vehicle of empowerment in their corner of the globe. “There are over 2 billion bikes on the planet, and each has a ... Read more
Greg LeMond Reveals the Backstory to his 1989 Tour de France Win
By Kate Agathon American cycling legend Greg LeMond talks about trauma, victory, and resilience leading to his 1989 Tour de France win in his new film, The Last Rider. The Last Rider will be released in select theaters on June 23. “Very strange things happen in cycling.You can’t count a race as won until the last minute,” Spanish cyclist Pedro Delgado says dryly to the camera in The Last Rider (2022). The 1988 Tour de ... Read more
Getting Back on Track
Why the Boulder Valley Velodrome’s restoration is important to one Colorado Springs family and the future of track cycling. By Kate Agathon Imagine the thrill of riding a fixed gear bike with no freewheel or brakes on a steeply angled surface at speeds reaching 50 mph. Just you and your bike pushing the limits of speed- the ultimate flow state. Welcome to the world of competitive track cycling- a sport that initially sounds dangerous, but ... Read more
The Cyclist-Lawyer Megan Hottman Featured in The Engine Inside
By Kate Agathon Cycling is an emotional experience. It can be joyful. It can be heartbreaking. It can be empowering. Just ask Golden-based lawyer Megan Hottman (aka The Cyclist-Lawyer), who is one of six bicyclists featured in The Engine Inside, the newest cycling film coming out this summer by Anthill Films. Narrated by Phil Ligget, The Engine Inside shares the stories of bicyclists from all over the globe who reveal the unique power of the ... Read more
Uncovering the Secret History of the Front Range by Bicycle
By Kate Agathon Now that cycling season has arrived, consider shaking things up with leisurely rides that take you on cultural and historical tours practically in your backyard. Whether you’re new to the Front Range, or a lifelong resident, how familiar are you with the colorful history and culture of your surroundings? Take for example, that on April 16, 1974, Queen made its United States debut performing at what was then Regis College. It was ... Read more
