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Topic: Recreational cycling


In the News (Sat 28 Nov 09)

  
  Helmets - Cycling Helmets: Road - US-Parks.com
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Giro Havoc Cycling Helmet: Enhanced for fit and stability for recreational mountain bikers and single track experts.
Giro Encinal Cycling Helmet: Great value in a universal size for recreational riders and two-wheeled workout enthusiasts.
www.us-parks.com /gear/Helmets/Cycling_Helmets_Road.html   (66 words)

  
  Cycling - MSN Encarta
Cycling, bicycle riding either as a competitive sport or for recreation.
Popular in Europe and the United States at the beginning of the 20th century, track racing is the primary type of Olympic cycling competition.
The United States Cycling Federation (USCF), headquartered at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado, oversees amateur bicycle road racing in the United States.
encarta.msn.com /encyclopedia_761567419/Cycling.html   (1008 words)

  
 Introduction of Cycling   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Most people use bicycles for recreation, but in countries such as China, cycling is an important form of transportation, while competitive cycling is an elite sport.
Cycling for recreation is very popular in Europe, and growing rapidly in the United States.
By the 1890s recreational cycling was a fad in the United States.
library.advanced.org /10615/frames/cycling/index.html   (252 words)

  
 Recreational cycling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Recreational cycling is any cycling not done for pure utilitary reasons.
One popular form of recreational cycling is bicycle touring.
Also, of course there is bicycle commuting, and bicycle training for excercise purpsoses.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Recreational_cycling   (77 words)

  
 Diablo Cyclists Local Cycling Club's sites listing
The Delta Pedalers Bicycle Club-Promoting mountain bike and road cycling, touring, family rides, and bicycle advocacy in the East Contra Costa County--Antioch, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Oakley area.
The Sacramento Wheelmen bicycling club is a nonprofit organization for cycling and cycling-related activities based in Sacramento, California.
The duro's are very fit recreational cyclists and racers who enjoy fast paced social rides.
www.diablocyclists.com /CyclingSites.htm   (405 words)

  
 Breakaway USA | The Ultimate Cycling Experience
Breakaway USA is the first national recreational cycling event series to focus on health, recreation, safety and outstanding value.
Recreational road cycling is booming and Breakaway USA's pledge is to deliver the ultimate cycling experience to a community near you.
While charity fundraising will be a component of every Breakaway USA event, the primary objective is to offer exhilarating cycling in a unique and festive atmosphere.
www.gobreakaway.com   (295 words)

  
 Kids cycling - Frazier Cycling
From March to October, the concentration of the fitness program is by means of cycling and running.
Cycling Skill Sets are divided into three progressive levels starting with Level 1.
Level 2 Skills are necessary for the participation in large group riding and they are the cornerstone for competitive cycling.
www.fraziercycling.com /FCI_kids.htm   (625 words)

  
 Pro Cycling Tour
The Justice Bell is a replica of the Liberty Bell that was forged in 1915, and traveled the country with its clapper tied to its side, symbolically silent until the amendment was ratified.
The Wachovia Cycling Series includes races in Lancaster and Trenton and culminates in the Wachovia USPRO Championship race and women’s Wachovia Liberty Classic in Philadelphia, June 5.
The Wachovia Cycling Series is managed by Threshold Sports and sanctioned by USA Cycling, the national governing body for cycling.
www.procyclingtour.com /connected.cfm/press_id/18   (870 words)

  
 Cycling & Mountain Biking - The Trustees of Reservations
The North Shore Cyclists is a recreational bike club which draws its membership primarily from the North Shore area of Massachusetts.
The Northampton Cycling Club is committed to expanding the sport of cycling and creating a community of cyclists in the Pioneer Valley.
The Seven Hills Wheelmen is a recreational cycling group for adults in the Worcester, MA area.
www.thetrustees.org /pages/221_cycling_mountain_biking.cfm   (279 words)

  
 Adaptive Cycling: handcyling and other cycling and recreational opportunities for the physically challenged
If you are physically-challenged and seeking recreational athletic opportunities in the Northwest, there are many avenues open to you in the area of cycling.
Team Survivor Northwest (TSNW) is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a broad range of fitness and health education programs to enable women cancer survivors, in any stage of treatment or recovery and at any fitness level, to take an active role in their ongoing physical and emotional healing.
If you know of any other websites with information on adaptive cycling or cycling resources for the physically challenged, please let us know.
www.cascade.org /Community/adaptivecycling.cfm   (443 words)

  
 Touring and Recreation   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Recreational cycling is perhaps the most satisfying way to get exercise, fresh air and improve your health compared to any other form of recreation.
It's a different world, where cycling is mainstream and almost taken for granted.
Cycling is an excellent way to see Africa up close.
www.bicyclinglife.com /Recreation/index.html   (348 words)

  
 Road cycling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Road cycling is the most widespread and popular form of bicycle riding.
It is the main form of utility cycling.
In the context of utility cycling road cycling fulfils various purposes including commuting and also general transport for work e.g.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Road_cycling   (168 words)

  
 Main Page - Cycling - A Wikia wiki   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Utility cycling can best be described as cycling in pursuit of achieving a day to day task such as getting to work, shopping or just getting from a to b.
Sometimes a distance is too great to cover by bicycle alone, but that doesn't mean that you have to ditch the bicycle and jump in a car.
Recreational riding is one of the more accessible physical pursuits allowing people from all corners to come together in their love of cycling.
cycling.wikia.com /wiki/Main_Page   (308 words)

  
 Fresno Cycling Club
I am happy that I was able play a part in offering the cycling community one more avenue to explore, expand and enjoy their chosen sport.
The Fresno Cycling Club extends an invitation to all local cycling club members who are anxious to start their new year where they should be...in the saddle!
This event has traditionally been a Fresno Cycling Club’s "President's Day Ride" for the incoming new President, but this year we are extending the ride to all club members, of all clubs in the local area.
www.fresnocycling.com   (594 words)

  
 RECREATIONAL CYCLING | Bicycles
Built to withstand the rigors of off-road trails in both recreational and competitive off-road cycling, mountain bikes utilize reinforced tubing, advanced suspension systems, and wide, knobby tires.
There are an estimated 33 million adult cyclists in the United States, and the popularity of the sport at the recreational level continues to grow.
This popularity has resulted from the country's ongoing interest in physical fitness, the international success of such American cyclists as Greg LeMond (winner of the Tour de France in 1986, 1989, and 1990), and the search for more efficient, economical, and environmentally friendly modes of transportation.
www.auuuu.com /bicycles/recreationalcycling   (198 words)

  
 Adventure Cycling Association
Austin Cycling Association The ACA is dedicated to furthering bicycle access, safety, education, and enjoyment in Central Texas.
Best cycling is when rest of US is buried by winter snow.
Lake Somerville Recreation Area Has 17 miles of bike trails within the boundries of a wildlife management area and two state parks.
www.adv-cycling.org /cyp/list.cfm?s=Texas&f=lState   (1049 words)

  
 Cycling Sports
Pro Cycling Team and United Bicycles, LLC, have entered into an exclusive sponsorship and licensing agreement with Fuji Bicycles/Advanced Sports Inc.,...
Sports DigestBaltimore Sun, MD - 15 hours agoThe indictment adds cycling, a sport often associated with doping, to a probe that has exposed steroids use in professional baseball, football and track and...
Sports briefsVentura County Star (subscription), CA - 15 hours agoThe indictment adds cycling, a sport often associated with doping, to a probe that has exposed steroid use in professional baseball, football and track and...
www.iaswww.com /ODP/Sports/Cycling   (326 words)

  
 Aaron Cycling
The 2nd Annual Aaron's Employee Bike Race was held in conjunction with the Aaron's Buckhead Criterium on October 1, 2006.
Aaron's Cycling Team is comprised of a professional women's cycling team and a regional level amateur cycling team, L5Flyers.
L5Flyers is a USA Cycling sanctioned club cycling team based in Atlanta, Georgia.
www.aaronscyclingteam.com   (147 words)

  
 Vision
Well, In looking at the state of recreational cycling in the Fort Collins area I have a few things I would like to see.
Without a strong committed cycling community the only new cyclists in the area will be ones from out of state.
Coming to this area, where the roads are sweet and the scenery breathtaking, it was a great shock to find the cycling community here in the state that it is in.
home.comcast.net /~mutant325/bike/vision.htm   (353 words)

  
 Cycling in Melbourne
Melbourne, with its wide streets and large numbers of parks and gardens is a great city for cycling.
The final stage of the Bay Cycling Classic will be held at Docklands in what will be another exciting finale to this road cycling event.
The race will showcase the cream of Australian cycling in the men's and women's elite criterium and a chance to see young champions of the future.
www.whitehat.com.au /Melbourne/Activities/Cycling.asp   (1035 words)

  
 The Centennial Cycling Club Web Site
The Centennial Cycling Club is a friendly, recreational cycling club which meets every Saturday (weather permitting) to explore quiet coastal and inland roads mostly in the Annapolis Valley area.
Cycling is at a relaxed pace with rest and lunch stops, making the occasion suitable for both novice and experienced riders.
This is a photo by Steve MacDonald, that intrepid reporter for the Halifax Herald who featured our Carolyn Littlejohns(in Photo) and Ralph Stewart in an article concerning their struggle to put bicycle paths in the Wolfville, Nova Scotia community.
www.cyclecanada.com /Centcc   (435 words)

  
 BMW Cycling Club
"To promote recreational cycling as an activity to enhance teamwork, camaraderie, fitness and to project a positive image of Plant Spartanburg to the community"
We believe that cycling is the ultimate exercise.
Perhaps best of all, cycling allows you to modify intensity with incredible precision unmatched in most other sports.
www.bmwcyclingclub.com   (456 words)

  
 Bicycle Clubs in California
Its mission is to bring cycling to all levels of riders and encourage healthy lifestyles through education, friendship, teamwork and fun.
The Goleta Valley Cycling Club is a recreational and sport touring association committed to promoting safety, health, and fitness through the shared social activity of bicycling.
Recreational riding includes morning and weekend, road and mountain bike rides at various points around the county.
www.geocities.com /Colosseum/6213/ca.htm   (2610 words)

  
 Saskatchewan Cycling Web Page
Club members are cycling enthusiasts, they will be happy to have you "try out" their club and experience the joy of cycling with others.
The club is a great opportunity to meet other riders and to combine low impact fitness, adventure and nature, while all the while learning new skills and discovering new riding areas around the city, province and country.
BCW is a racing/recreational cycling club that is sponsored by Bruce's Cycle Works.
www.saskcycling.ca /clubs.html   (1264 words)

  
 Asheville Women's Cycling
We are Asheville Women's Cycling, consisting of an all-female cycling club and an all-female racing team.
Team Prestige Subaru is the premier women's bicycle racing team in Asheville established for the purpose of promoting amateur bicycle racing in Western North Carolina.
Asheville Women's Cycling Club was established to promote recreational cycling among women of all ages on the trails and on the road.
eteamz.active.com /AWCT   (263 words)

  
 Edmonton Cycle Club - Recreational cycling in Enfield in North London. New cyclists welcome.
Edmonton Cycle Club - Recreational cycling in Enfield in North London.
While other clubs may concentrate on covering huge distances on-road, or negotiating mountainous terrain on MTB's, we are more into the sociable side of cycling.
A ride with us tends to be mainly on towpaths, quiet country lanes and backstreets.
www.edmontoncyclingclub.fsnet.co.uk   (336 words)

  
 The Bicycle Club of Philadelphia- BCP
The purpose of the club is: to sponsor recreational cycling activities, encourage bicycling as a transportation alternative and to promote bicyclists' rights and safe bicycling practices.
Spring into cycling at BCP's annual Spring Weekend Event, Friday through Sunday, April 28-30, in Danville, PA, in the Susquehanna Valley.
Cycling around the Philadelphia area is always special and that's true in all seasons!
www.phillybikeclub.org   (828 words)

  
 RoadCycling.com - Cycling info as it should be - cycling news, bicycle reviews, cycling info, road cycling
If you gather a bunch of recreational cyclists together to participate in a bike trip to the Tour de France, you will encounter a broad range of skills, strengths, ages, and experience.
Roadcycling.com is proud to offer cycling information as it should be to cycling fans worldwide.
Subscribe to our FREE cycling newsletter to receive cycling news and commentary by email and please link to us from your Web site or blog.
www.roadcycling.com   (271 words)

  
 Alternative Transportation Links
Cycling and Transpo Issues - U.S. Cycling and Transpo Groups - Int'l
Non-profit org that advocates increased bicycle use, access, safety and education, by promoting the bicycle as an everyday means of transportation and recreation.
A special committee (made up of Toronto residents) of City Council whose mandate is to initiate programs to increase the quantity and quality of bicycle trips in the City of Toronto.
www.transalt.org /info/links.html   (1430 words)

  
 Ultracycling: Profile of Derek Slife
: I made the transition from recreational cycling to competitive cycling when Team Insight was forming to compete in the 2004 RAAM.
Until then I was only a recreational cyclist with no racing background.
All members should continue to build excitement by sharing your ultra cycling experiences at group rides, with friends, family, and young riders.
www.ultracycling.com /about/slife_profile.html   (857 words)

  
 Des Moines Cycle Club
The purpose of the club is to sponsor recreational cycling activities, encourage safe bicycling practices, promote bicyclists’ rights as a transportation alternative and give interested cyclists an avenue into competitive racing.
If you’re new to this area or just new to bikes, or if you’re a veteran tired of riding alone, an introduction to the Des Moines Cycle Club may be the best way for you to enhance your enjoyment of riding your bike.
Our goal is to provide central Iowans a way to particapate in cycling and give us a combined voice for the benefit of the cycling community.
www.dmcycleclub.com   (226 words)

  
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