The past year has been a great year for cycling around the world. High oil prices, an increased interest in the environment and the success of bike sharing programs in Europe have been some of the highlights. Here in Florida, Governor Charlie Crist has proclaimed March as Florida’s Bike Month. This opportunity should not be missed to help increase awareness of biking, not only as a recreational activity, but also as an alternative means of transportation. There are many activities planned throughout all South Florida.
Here are some of the highlights:
- Last Saturday, a 75-mile bike ride took place from Tequesta to Oleta River Park in Miami.
- The Wallflower Gallery is having a Bike Film Festival, March 5-7
- Pledge to bike to work, March 24-30.
- Critical Mass Miami has bike rides planned throughout the month on South Miami, Coral Gables, Florida City.
Many more events planned throughout South Florida. Check out the full calendar here and here
Just out of curiosity, are you (Guillermo Gomez) a current student at FIU? Because I know a freshmen at FIU with your same name.
No. Not the same one.
On a related note, Coral Gables is adding 30 new bike racks around its downtown:
http://cggazette.com/absolutenm/templates/indextemp.aspx?articleid=3624&zoneid=1
Thanks for the info Dave. I look forward to the new racks!!
Anyone have a reputable bike shop near downtown capable of repairing a 1969 Flyer with a three speed internal hub? Thanks!