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Normalizing riding a bike in Rochester, NY. Mobility equity, accessible recreation, sustainability & complete streets. linktr.ee/roccycling
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January 31, 2026 at 9:09 PM
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#cargobike and #ebike owners might like this trick for suspending your heavy bike while preforming maintenance!
Last time I used a folding ladder. It was pretty easy to lift the ebike and remount the heavy rear wheel.
January 29, 2026 at 7:51 PM
#cargobike and #ebike owners might like this trick for suspending your heavy bike while preforming maintenance!
The Rochester Bike Gang is hosting the local Alex Pretti Memorial Ride today at 1pm at the Martin Luther King Jr Park Ice Rink. Thanks RBG for organizing!
January 31, 2026 at 12:44 PM
The Rochester Bike Gang is hosting the local Alex Pretti Memorial Ride today at 1pm at the Martin Luther King Jr Park Ice Rink. Thanks RBG for organizing!
The Village of Pittsford is leaning towards prohibiting bicycle riding on sidewalks. If this passes, they'd be the 3rd village in Monroe County to prohibit it, joining Brockport & Scottsville. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/l...
Pittsford proposes strict sidewalk rules for bicycles, scooters
Pittsford is proposing expanded rules for bicycles, e‑bikes and scooters on sidewalks, including new bans in its downtown districts.
www.democratandchronicle.com
January 30, 2026 at 1:16 PM
The Village of Pittsford is leaning towards prohibiting bicycle riding on sidewalks. If this passes, they'd be the 3rd village in Monroe County to prohibit it, joining Brockport & Scottsville. www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/l...
"The growth of its high-quality bike infrastructure is especially remarkable considering that just a decade ago, Victioria had no protected bike lanes or bike lanes downtown." nextcity.org/urbanist-new...
How a Small Canadian City Tripled Cycling Rates in Just 11 Years
Video: Victoria, Britiish Columbia has rapidly become "the strongest cycling city in North America that isn't widely known for it."
nextcity.org
January 29, 2026 at 10:09 PM
"The growth of its high-quality bike infrastructure is especially remarkable considering that just a decade ago, Victioria had no protected bike lanes or bike lanes downtown." nextcity.org/urbanist-new...
Our 6th guest contributor of ROCbyBike Season 7 wrapped up his posts yesterday on our instagram page. Here are some shots from Xavier Hope! www.instagram.com/roccycling/ #ROC #RochesterNY
January 29, 2026 at 1:52 PM
Our 6th guest contributor of ROCbyBike Season 7 wrapped up his posts yesterday on our instagram page. Here are some shots from Xavier Hope! www.instagram.com/roccycling/ #ROC #RochesterNY
Three days out from the Lakeside Winter Celebration! www.ontariobeachentertainment.org/lakeside-win... #ROC #RochesterNY
January 28, 2026 at 12:50 PM
Three days out from the Lakeside Winter Celebration! www.ontariobeachentertainment.org/lakeside-win... #ROC #RochesterNY
Wednesday's session is filled but there are still open slots for Saturday! We can help you or your child learn to balance & ride a bike. www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/... #ROC #RochesterNY
January 27, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Wednesday's session is filled but there are still open slots for Saturday! We can help you or your child learn to balance & ride a bike. www.cityofrochester.gov/departments/... #ROC #RochesterNY
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One state lawmaker suggested that in her district, more people are struck by e-bike riders than by car drivers. But according to crash data, there were just 24 involving e-bikes in her district in 2025 — meanwhile, there were 1,132 involving cars, trucks, SUVs and vans.
State Pols Could Regulate E-Bikes Despite Not Knowing What They Are - Streetsblog Empire State
State lawmakers are flirting with the idea of regulating e-bikes as if they were cars, but don't have all the facts.
buff.ly
January 23, 2026 at 2:54 PM
One state lawmaker suggested that in her district, more people are struck by e-bike riders than by car drivers. But according to crash data, there were just 24 involving e-bikes in her district in 2025 — meanwhile, there were 1,132 involving cars, trucks, SUVs and vans.
Hang in there folks! Not only have we made it through the 10 darkest weeks of the year, we've also reached the point where Rochester's average daily temperatures begin their gradual ascent. ↗️
January 26, 2026 at 2:40 PM
Hang in there folks! Not only have we made it through the 10 darkest weeks of the year, we've also reached the point where Rochester's average daily temperatures begin their gradual ascent. ↗️
Want a bike-friendlier Monroe Ave in Brighton? Use this Action Network link to customize a letter to share your feedback. actionnetwork.org/letters/make...
Make Monroe Avenue Safer for Everyone
The New York State Department of Transportation is planning a road project on Monroe Ave in the Town of Brighton. This project is an exciting opportunity to implement significant safety improvements f...
actionnetwork.org
January 23, 2026 at 12:56 PM
Want a bike-friendlier Monroe Ave in Brighton? Use this Action Network link to customize a letter to share your feedback. actionnetwork.org/letters/make...
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"Segregated cycle lanes – those physically separated from cars – were popular with both regular cyclists and regular drivers. Painted lanes on the road were far less liked, while the option of having no cycle lanes at all was the least popular with both groups."
Score one for #PaintIsNotProtection
Score one for #PaintIsNotProtection
Why do people support or oppose bike lanes? Our research sheds light on public opinion
theconversation.com/why-do-peopl...
theconversation.com/why-do-peopl...
Why do people support or oppose bike lanes? Our research sheds light on public opinion
Research suggests that more consultation about cycle lanes would bring more support for them.
theconversation.com
January 21, 2026 at 10:11 PM
"Segregated cycle lanes – those physically separated from cars – were popular with both regular cyclists and regular drivers. Painted lanes on the road were far less liked, while the option of having no cycle lanes at all was the least popular with both groups."
Score one for #PaintIsNotProtection
Score one for #PaintIsNotProtection
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The TLDR: nearly 70 percent of people these researchers surveyed either already had, were strongly interested in, or were open to the idea of living car-free. In US communities, which routinely punish people for living car free with death and indignity.
Now: imagine if we didn't punish them.
Now: imagine if we didn't punish them.
January 21, 2026 at 2:12 PM
The TLDR: nearly 70 percent of people these researchers surveyed either already had, were strongly interested in, or were open to the idea of living car-free. In US communities, which routinely punish people for living car free with death and indignity.
Now: imagine if we didn't punish them.
Now: imagine if we didn't punish them.
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I think it's pretty remarkable how, despite the trillions of dollars we've spent and the century of constant campaigning we've been subjected to in order convince us otherwise, some part of us *still knows* that car dependency is a terrible way to live, and most people still don't want it.
Survey: Most Americans Are Open To Ditching Their Cars — Streetsblog USA
Automakers have spent a century and countless trillions of dollars making car-dependent living the American norm. But U.S. resident still aren't sold, a new survey suggests.
usa.streetsblog.org
January 21, 2026 at 2:09 PM
I think it's pretty remarkable how, despite the trillions of dollars we've spent and the century of constant campaigning we've been subjected to in order convince us otherwise, some part of us *still knows* that car dependency is a terrible way to live, and most people still don't want it.
🤢 There is now no new car brand available in the U.S. for less than $20,000, as companies exclusively target wealthier consumers. www.jezebel.com/average-car-...
Non-'Luxury' Cars Have Basically Stopped Existing, Thanks to the K-Shaped Economy
There are now no new cars in the United States that retail for less than $20,000, as companies exclusively target wealthier consumers.
www.jezebel.com
January 20, 2026 at 5:33 PM
🤢 There is now no new car brand available in the U.S. for less than $20,000, as companies exclusively target wealthier consumers. www.jezebel.com/average-car-...
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New Jersey now has one of the worst, if not THE worst, e-bike laws in the country, requiring even people with pedal-assist bikes that top out at 18 mph to get the equivalent of motorcycle licenses.
Governor Murphy Signs Senate President Scutari’s E-Bike Safety Legislation - Insider NJ
Governor Murphy Signs Senate President Scutari’s E-Bike Safety Legislation Posted on – 01/19/2026 Legislation Enacts Some of the Nation’s Toughest Regulations on E-Bikes TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy...
www.insidernj.com
January 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
New Jersey now has one of the worst, if not THE worst, e-bike laws in the country, requiring even people with pedal-assist bikes that top out at 18 mph to get the equivalent of motorcycle licenses.
Our 5th guest contributor of ROCbyBike Season 7 wrapped up her posts this week on our instagram page. Here are some shots from LuAnn Arena! www.instagram.com/roccycling/ #ROC #RochesterNY
January 17, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Our 5th guest contributor of ROCbyBike Season 7 wrapped up her posts this week on our instagram page. Here are some shots from LuAnn Arena! www.instagram.com/roccycling/ #ROC #RochesterNY
We're very concerned about the proposed removal of the traffic light at Warrington & Sylvan. This is a Bike Boulevard crossing and will be very hard to cross without that light.
January 16, 2026 at 12:21 PM
We're very concerned about the proposed removal of the traffic light at Warrington & Sylvan. This is a Bike Boulevard crossing and will be very hard to cross without that light.
NYSDOT has posted their proposed design of Monroe Ave on their website. Show up anytime between 4-7pm on Jan 20th (680 Westfall Rd) and let them know what you think. www.dot.ny.gov/portal/pls/p...
January 16, 2026 at 12:19 PM
NYSDOT has posted their proposed design of Monroe Ave on their website. Show up anytime between 4-7pm on Jan 20th (680 Westfall Rd) and let them know what you think. www.dot.ny.gov/portal/pls/p...
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Help build a safer Monroe Avenue in Brighton! Don’t miss Tuesday’s open house at 680 Westfall Rd!
More info on the project: www.dot.ny.gov/route31brigh...
More info on the project: www.dot.ny.gov/route31brigh...
January 15, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Help build a safer Monroe Avenue in Brighton! Don’t miss Tuesday’s open house at 680 Westfall Rd!
More info on the project: www.dot.ny.gov/route31brigh...
More info on the project: www.dot.ny.gov/route31brigh...
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“We shouldn’t be aiming to nudge a few % points in public opinion. Our goal should be to make freedom of mobility so compelling that people demand it. Help people visualize & demand a future where kids can bike to school, seniors can walk to stores, couples can bike to dinner.” @usa.streetsblog.org
Opinion: Stop Asking If People Want to Ride Bikes — Streetsblog USA
"We shouldn’t be aiming to nudge a few percentage points in public opinion. Our goal should be to make freedom of mobility so compelling that people demand it."
usa.streetsblog.org
January 15, 2026 at 3:21 AM
“We shouldn’t be aiming to nudge a few % points in public opinion. Our goal should be to make freedom of mobility so compelling that people demand it. Help people visualize & demand a future where kids can bike to school, seniors can walk to stores, couples can bike to dinner.” @usa.streetsblog.org
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Meet the best new bike lanes of 2025! New bike infrastructure built in cities from coast to coast last year highlights nationwide momentum for transforming our streets and communities into safer, more livable spaces. See which lanes made our list now at https://bit.ly/3NHjGdo
January 14, 2026 at 2:20 AM
Meet the best new bike lanes of 2025! New bike infrastructure built in cities from coast to coast last year highlights nationwide momentum for transforming our streets and communities into safer, more livable spaces. See which lanes made our list now at https://bit.ly/3NHjGdo
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It’s not just Rad Power. A wave of e-bike bankruptcies is rocking the industry.
But e-bike believers should keep the faith. These vehicles are useful, fun, and affordable. They’re here to stay.
Me, in Bloomberg 🧵
But e-bike believers should keep the faith. These vehicles are useful, fun, and affordable. They’re here to stay.
Me, in Bloomberg 🧵
E-Bike Boosters Ask: Is It All Downhill From Here?
After a Covid-era boom, makers of battery-powered bikes are facing slowing sales, rising tariffs and a policy backlash. But these useful machines can still live up to their hype.
www.bloomberg.com
January 14, 2026 at 1:57 PM
It’s not just Rad Power. A wave of e-bike bankruptcies is rocking the industry.
But e-bike believers should keep the faith. These vehicles are useful, fun, and affordable. They’re here to stay.
Me, in Bloomberg 🧵
But e-bike believers should keep the faith. These vehicles are useful, fun, and affordable. They’re here to stay.
Me, in Bloomberg 🧵
"Pittsburgh ranks in 12th place out of the largest 60 cties in the US for the amount of bike commuters, tied with Denver's flat streets and Miami's sunshine. Maybe weather and hills aren't as much as an impediment as many people claim." bikepgh.org/2026/01/06/o...
Our annual analysis of commuting habits in the 60 largest US cities shows a comeback for active transportation - BikePGH
Our annual analysis of commuting habits in the 60 largest US cities shows a comeback for active transportation. 42% of Pittsburghers get to work without a car
bikepgh.org
January 14, 2026 at 1:29 PM
"Pittsburgh ranks in 12th place out of the largest 60 cties in the US for the amount of bike commuters, tied with Denver's flat streets and Miami's sunshine. Maybe weather and hills aren't as much as an impediment as many people claim." bikepgh.org/2026/01/06/o...
Montreal's budget projects for the city’s network of 621 miles of bike lanes to be more than doubled to 1,458 by 2050! montrealgazette.com/news/local_p...
Montreal budget keeps Plante's promises for the city's bike paths
Includes an investment of $564.6 million to to maintain existing bike paths, build new ones and buttress the Bixi network.
montrealgazette.com
January 13, 2026 at 4:42 PM
Montreal's budget projects for the city’s network of 621 miles of bike lanes to be more than doubled to 1,458 by 2050! montrealgazette.com/news/local_p...