Simsbury Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting
Thurs., April 15, 2021, 10 - 11 AM Zoom Meeting - seeAGENDAfor link
Join us for 2021 planning of bike/walk advocacy initiatives and events.
Because no one sees roadside litter like bicyclists and pedestrians, please give a little of your time to make riding in Simsbury more beautiful. Look for Rep. Hampton's Facebook event for more info.
Green up your commute by biking all or part-way to work at least once during the weeks of Earth Day (4/22) and Bike to Work Day (5/21). For people working in Hartford, bike to a commuter lot and take CT Transit. CTRides and Simsbury.bike have many resources to share. Already commute by bike? Keep up the good work and share some encouraging words at the office.
May 1 - September 30
The popular Simsbury Bike Challenge (SBC), part of the National Bike Challenge (NBC), kicks off Bike Month. Participants log rides, work toward personal goals, and compete for prizes and awards in an online community. It’s a great way to meet other local cyclists, track your progress, and support local and national bike advocacy efforts. Adults and teens can sign up now for the NBC on the Love to Ride app at http://www.lovetoride.net/usa. Simsbury residents, and those who work, volunteer, or bike in Simsbury can then join the Simsbury.Bike group to enroll in the SBC. It’s fun, and its free! Ride anywhere, any distance, any frequency, then make your rides count! Learn more.
Simsbury.Bike has logged over 400,000 miles since 2015. Riders may participate in the NBC as an individual or join a group for extra motivation and fun. Connecticut teams include Simsbury.Bike, CT LCI's, CT Cycling Advancement Program (CCAP), and Bike New Britain. If you don't see your local bike club or advocacy group, start a group today!
Bike Walk Canton CT Bike Walk Canton CT has a new website thanks to web developer Betsy Minton. The group will be meeting Mon, April 19 at 6 PM to discuss future advocacy work, the 2019 Bike Friendly Community report card, and growth of the group. A short bike ride will follow if time allows. The group will meet at the gazebo along the bike path between the Canton town garage and the flower bridge along River Road. Please follow established quarantine protocols if you are able to attend. Check out the new website and use the Contact Us link to be added to the Bike Walk Canton CT email list. www.bikewalkcantonct.org
Trail Crossing Safety
The pedestrian-activated FLASHING amber lights on Stratton Brook Rd. at the Farmington River Trail crossing/Town Forest Rd. have been installed. Thank you, Simsbury Department of Public Works, for this important safety improvement for walkers and bikers. Motorists, please remember to be extra alert at popular trail crossings and be prepared to stop when people are crossing or waiting to cross. Pedestrians and bicyclists, please use the buttons to activate the lights and wait until all traffic has stopped before entering the roadway.
Smart Cycling Class Sat., May 8, Avon, CT
This 8 hr. class includes lecture, on-bike drills, and a ride and will help you gain confidence cycling in traffic and on trails. It is also a prerequisite for the League Cycling Instructor (LCI) Seminar. All levels of cyclists are encouraged to attend. REGISTRATIONcloses May 6
Youth Road Season
Registration will be opening for the Farmington Valley Youth Cycling road team and other CCAP road teams in April. FVYC welcomes boys and girls ages 9-18; no racing experience necessary. Practices will begin in May (Tuesday evenings at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, and Saturday mornings throughout the valley). Keep an eye on Bikereg.com and the CCAP website for an announcement. Photo courtesy of FVYC.
May 1, 2021 at Winding Trails in Farmington, CT
This year's event has road and trail ride options for youth and adults. Pre-registration is required. LEARN MOREVOLUNTEERFVYC PAGE
Register now to “Ride the State” of Connecticut from New Haven to Southwick Mass. This is a 56-mile flat ride on the scenic Trail with police escorts on the only road with traffic. Bus transportation back to New Haven is available.
Learn more. Route Map.
Join our Strava Club Simsbury.Bike for social connections, motivation, and ideas on where to ride. Strava
Join over 100 fellow Peloton enthusiasts from the Farmington Valley for social connections and motivation on the public Facebook group Peloton of the Valley.
Send your photos, content and ideas to challenge@simsbury.bike.
