More than 400 bicyclists typically sign up for the weeklong ride, which explores a different region of the state each year.
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Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Climate Council misses chance to invest in bike, pedestrian infrastructure
The council’s Climate Action Plan focuses on electric vehicles, overlooking options that are proven, practical and financially equitable.
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Posted inThe Forecaster
Letter: Bicyclists need to learn, follow the rules of the road
I noticed several letters in the local papers regarding the careless rudeness of bicyclists in the area. Having experienced several negative encounters I want to add my concerns to the list. Yesterday while walking my dogs in Millcreek Park between Ocean Street and Cottage Road, I counted 13 bicyclists coming towards me from behind. Not […]
Posted inOp-eds, Opinion
Commentary: We’re all on Maine’s roads together – let’s stay safe
In this reduced-traffic environment, all users need to remember and abide by the rules of the road and take safety precautions.
Posted inMaine, Outdoors
BikeMaine cancels its annual cycle around the state
The organization said it was impossible to host the event safely in the middle of a pandemic.
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The Pedal Pusher
The nonprofit Bicycle Coalition of Maine works to make the state’s roads safer for cyclists and pedestrians. In the pandemic, its work has become more pertinent than ever.
Posted inBusiness, Outdoors, Sports
Oxbow serves up the perfect pair: Beer and cross-country skiing
The brewery’s new tasting room in western Maine has free Nordic trails. Even better: Many other breweries in Maine also sit a stone’s throw from amazing trails for skiing, strolling or bicycling.
Posted inMaine, Nation & World, Sports
Patrick Dempsey to be honorary captain of U.S. Olympic cycling team
The partnership is a natural extension of work the former ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ actor and Maine native already has been doing within the cycling world.
Posted inSports
Sports Digest: Versatile race-car driver John Andretti dies at 56
John Andretti, 56, was the first driver to attempt the Indianapolis 500 and NASCAR’s 600-mile race in North Carolina on the same day.
Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Coast to coast: Peaks mom and son bike America
Over the course of three months, Leah Day and her son, Oakley Bradenday traveled 4,400 miles by bicycle, seeing America and learning about themselves along the way.