¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder Bike News - December 2022
Holiday Gifting
Holiday Gifting (2022)
Looking to purchase something for that special bicyclist in your life (or perhaps you are just interested in some new bike gear...)? We’ve gathered a couple shopping guides to help you in your decision. Check them out!
¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Transportation News
New Electric Buff Buses
¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Boulder’s first two battery electric Buff Buses will hit the streets this week, thanks in part to a pair of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Diesel Emissions Reduction Act grants. The long-awaited buses are the first two of four to join the Buff Bus fleet, which currently comprises 26 diesel vehicles. Exciting times!
RTD Allowing E-Bikes
On November 15 of this year, customers were allowed to travel with their e-bikes while using RTD services. Customers may load their e-bikes onto bus-mounted front bicycleÌýracks, so long as the bikes weigh 55 pounds or less, with tires up to 2.3 inches in width.
Community News & Events
¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Ski Bus
Too cold and snowy to ride your bike? Let the ¶¶ÒõÂÃÐÐÉä Ski Bus take you up to Ikon ski mountains for a very affordable $20 roundtrip. Click the article titleÌýfor more information and to purchase tickets.
Community Cycles Holiday Bike Giveaway (2022)
The annual Holiday Bike Giveaway is taking place this year on December 10 and 17. If you know a family in need or have a bike to donate, visit the Community Cycles website for more info.
Safety
Input for Protected Bike Lanes Along Baseline Rd
Boulder will be implementing a variety of construction improvements as a part of the Core Arterial Network (CAN) project. One of those updates is the installation of a new protected bike lane from 30th Street to Foothills Parkway. Provide your feedback by Friday, December 9.
Vision Zero Innovation Program Feedback
The Vision Zero Innovation program is wrapping up and the city would like your input on which of the program’s projects should be kept or modified. Give your input by Friday, December 9.