CU Boulder Bike News - March 2021

Welcome to the new and improved CU Bike Newsletter! We have been experimenting with a new format, and we think this looks and feels better than the previous format.

In this new format, you will find that news is divided into three main sections: CU Bike Program News, Community News & Events, and Safety. We have also kept the Trivia section and added a Quick Links section for easy access to frequently used/helpful links. Most article titles are hyperlinked--click on the article titles to learn more about a specific subject.

We are planning on adding more features to the newsletter and we would love to hear any thoughts and suggestions you may have! Send us an email at bicycle@colorado.edu. Enjoy the reading, and we will see you again next month!

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CU Bike Program News

New CU bike registration program

As of Spring 2021, CU has a new bike registration system powered by Bike Index, the leading nationwide bike registration platform. Any bikes previously registered under the old sticker system must be re-registered with the new Bike Index. The new system has many benefits and registration only takes a few steps. Visit the Environmental Center's web page for more info. Now is the time to register or re-register your bike!

CU Bike Program News

Community News & Events

Boulder B-Cycle Has Gone Electric!

In addition to the classic red bikes, there will 100 white eBikes available for use by April 1st of this year (there are currently close to 40 available). Look for the cloud with a lightning bolt on the station icons in the B-Cycle app to determine if there are any eBikes at your station destination. Please read the instructions in the eBike basket and check out Boulder B-Cycle's website (linked to the article title above) for more info. Happy riding!

*Please note: The new eBikes do NOT have an external cable lock like the red bikes do. Please be sure to return your eBike safely to a station when you are done with your trip and do not leave unattended/undocked*

Community News & Events

Safety

Construction on 30th and Colorado Ave Underpass

Construction on the 30th and Colorado Ave Underpass starts this month! The project will last 18 months, impacting bike access. Consider finding alternate routes if possible. Visit City of Boulder's Transportation Projects Page to learn more about projects near CU.

Safety

Safer Main Streets is Improving Bike Safety on Colorado Ave

The Safer Main Streets Program has announced 30 different transportation projects worth $58.9 million, including $2.1 million that will go towards a project on Colorado Avenue between Regent Drive and to the east of the 28th Street (US 36) intersection. The project will create pedestrian refuge islands, a new crosswalk, bike lane markings, a new southbound left turn lane, and an additional traffic signal. For a list of projects, view the Safer Main Streets project list.

Safety

Trivia

Last month's trivia: As a result of COVID-19, bicycle and bicycle accessories sale have (C) Increased 75% (source: NPD Group article)

March Trivia: Which of the following is the longest bike race in the world by total distance: Tour de France, Milan-San Remo, or Trans-Siberian Extreme?

Come back next month for the answer!

Quick Links

Bike Program Website
Boulder B-Cycle
Bike Registration
Campus COVID-19 Updates
CU Parking and Transportation Website
Near Miss Website

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CU Boulder Bike News - March 2021

CU Bike Program News

New CU bike registration program

Community News & Events

Boulder B-Cycle Has Gone Electric!

Safety

Construction on 30th and Colorado Ave Underpass

Safer Main Streets is Improving Bike Safety on Colorado Ave

Trivia

Quick Links