A Minnesotan’s guide to winter biking
Winter biking is one of life’s unexpected pleasures. In this article, PFB contributor Jay Walljasper makes the case for continuing to ride through the winter, even in cold and snowy places like Minnesota.
Volkswagen announces two-year partnership with Peopleforbikes.org and Bikes Belong
Our movement is taking a major step forward today. Leading auto company Volkswagen of America announced its sponsorship of Peopleforbikes.org and our parent organization, the Bikes Belong Foundation. Look for great things to come from this partnership in 2012.
Having fun with “Sh*t Cyclists Say”
Protecting federal funding for bicycling is tough, serious work, and sometimes we need a good laugh to lighten things up. Making our "Sh*t Cyclists Say" video with our friends Ryan Van Duzer and Allen Krughoff provided some much-needed fun.
The future of bicycling in America…and how you can help
We formed PFB in 2010 to help make bicycling better for everyone. After a solid first year, the PFB movement nearly tripled in size during 2011. Your voices have made a difference. But the fight isn't over; 2012 will be a challenging year for federal support of bicycling.
Winter Bike to Work Day report
PFB team member Kate reports from Boulder's Winter Bike to Work Day, where 1,400 commuters are expected to brave the gusty winds on their rides into work.
PFB nominated for TED’s Ads Worth Spreading initiative
We are thrilled to announce that our Bikes Make Life Better video has been recognized by TED as a 2012 Ad Worth Spreading. Check out TED’s YouTube channel to watch and vote for Bikes Make Life Better.
“Bicycling Takes Me Places”—The Saris Fifth Grade National Poster Contest
Bicycle company Saris Cycling Group is organizing a bicycle-themed poster contest for fifth grade students to encourage learning about the benefits of bicycling. The theme of this year's National Poster Contest is "Bicycling Takes Me Places."
More people than ever are biking and walking in the Twin Cities
Jay Walljasper tells the story behind the data on bicycling's growth in Minneapolis, where biking rose 22 percent compared to 2010 and 53 percent since 2007.
PFB holiday sale
With 2011 drawing to a close, we’re cleaning out the PFB office to make room for new goodies. We have a ton of extra t-shirts left over from our summer tour, and bottle openers too. Help us find them a home!
Spread the simple joy of biking
As we enter another season of giving, we are inundated with messages about “hot holiday toys” for children. Though it may be tempting to buy a trendy toy, skip the lines and purchase one of the most iconic children’s gifts: a bicycle.
