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The Resources page contains biking articles from around the world. These articles are updated frequently, and this section will provide you with resources on all things bike and transportation. Want to watch a video on commuters in Holland or know about Philadelphia’s latest bike plan for the future; this is the place to find the information.

If you wish to become a bike explorer check out the Bike Map section in Resources.  The maps may not get you across the Atlantic but hopefully they can give you the best route to take in Philadelphia. The maps are as up to date as possible to provide you with accurate information.

Latest Resources

Neighborhood Bike Works 9th Annual Bike Part Art Show

Submitted by tud04003 on Fri, 09/23/2011 - 11:46am
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Saturday, October 22, 2011 - 6:00pm - 10:00pm

Location: Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, 1020 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

The Bike Part Art Show is a unique and innovative annual art exhibition in which local artists create artworks using recycled bicycle parts. This celebration of bicycle culture and visual art is also the main fundraising event for Neighborhood Bike Works. The Bike Part Art Show supports Neighborhood Bike Works' popular youth cycling programs, including education, safety, repair, and more.

Urban Riding Basics: College of Liberal Arts

Submitted by tbrode on Wed, 09/21/2011 - 9:58am
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Wednesday, September 21, 2011 - 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Come learn about how to ride in an urban setting at Anderson Hall on Temple's Main Campus in room 1221. This quick course will teach you the basics of safety, laws of the road, and how to conduct an equipment check. All attendee's receive a biodegradable Bike Temple water bottle. See you there!

Urban Riding Basics: School of Communications and Theater

Submitted by tbrode on Wed, 09/21/2011 - 9:58am
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Thursday, September 22, 2011 - 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Come learn about how to ride in an urban setting in Annenberg Hall on Temple's Main Campus in the Television Studio. This quick course will teach you the basics of safety, laws of the road, and how to conduct an equipment check. This course will be unique in that it will be filmed live and featured on TUTV! All attendees receive a biodegradable Bike Temple water bottle. Come be a part of the show!

Urban Riding Basics: Temple Hillel Center for Jewish Life

Submitted by tud04003 on Mon, 09/19/2011 - 8:25pm
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011 - 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Come learn about how to ride in an urban setting at the Edward H. Rosen Hillel Center 1441 W. Norris Street Philadelphia, PA 19121, Living Room (1st Floor) from 6pm to 6:45pm. This quick course will teach you the basics of safety, laws of the road, and how to conduct an equipment check. All attendees receive a biodegradable Bike Temple water bottle. See you there!

Urban Riding Basics: Student Faculty Center, HSC

Submitted by tbrode on Mon, 09/19/2011 - 8:24pm
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011 - 12:00pm - 12:45pm

Come learn about how to ride in an urban setting in the Student Faculty Center at Health Science Campus in room ECR. This quick course will teach you the basics of safety, laws of the road, and how to conduct an equipment check. All attendees receive a biodegradable Bike Temple water bottle. See you there!

Urban Riding Basics: Dental School

Submitted by tbrode on Mon, 09/19/2011 - 9:37am
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Monday, September 19, 2011 - 11:30am - 12:15pm

Come learn about how to ride in an urban setting at the Old Dental School on Health Science Campus in Timmons lecture room. Timmons lecture room is located on the first floor of the old Dental School just pass the pediatric clinic. This quick course will teach you the basics of safety, laws of the road, and how to conduct an equipment check. All attendees receive a biodegradable Bike Temple water bottle. See you there!

Commuter Challenge Success: Temple University Logs Most Miles

Submitted by tud04003 on Fri, 09/16/2011 - 12:28pm
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Thanks to all those who participated in the 2011 Commuter Challenge, sponsored by the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia. The Challenge was a success with 18,485 commutes logged for a total of 149,281 commuting miles! That is equivalent to 7,314,800 calories burned and a reduction of 146,296 pounds of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions.

Senator Tom Coburn's Campaign to Kill Bike and Pedestrian Funding

Submitted by lwitek02 on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 11:00pm
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For the last few days, we’ve been talking a lot about Sen. Tom Coburn’s crusade to remove bike/ped funding from the transportation bill — even just from the six-month extension that just passed the House and is on its way to the Senate. He’s determined to insert an amendment to take out the funds.

Urgent! If You Bike and Vote-Contact Your Senator Today

Submitted by jdasani on Tue, 09/13/2011 - 5:52pm
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This year, less than 2% of Federal transportation funds ($700 million) will be spent on bicycling and walking. In 2012, that figure might be a big fat zero. In the next few days, Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK) will ask Congress to eliminate a vital bike/ped funding source. Please contact your Senators TODAY and let them know you support continued funding for biking and walking.

Chinatown balking at bike lane. Claims that business loss are unfounded?

Submitted by jdasani on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 1:01pm
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"RESIDENTS and business owners gathered under Chinatown's iconic arch yesterday to petition against plans to place bike lanes in the heart of the commercial district in September.

A temporary bike lane is slated for the left curb of 10th Street from Spring Garden to Lombard Street as part of the city's effort to improve two-wheel traffic; a portion south of Market street already is in place. The bike lanes will be in place for three to six months while they are evaluated.