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Local NJ Bike/Ped News Feed For August 1 – August 15, 2012
Welcome to the NJ Bike/Ped News Feed for the first half of August! We’ve scoured the web to bring you all of the latest news on bicycle and pedestrian issues occurring in New Jersey and the region. Click past the break to see all of the news! Enjoy!
Local NJ Bike/Ped News Feed For July15 – August 1, 2012
Welcome to the NJ Bike/Ped News Feed for the second half of July! We’ve scoured the web to bring you all of the latest news on bicycle and pedestrian issues occurring in New Jersey and the region. Make sure to check out the debut video made by our NJ Ambassadors at the end! Click past the break to see all of the news! Enjoy!
Bikes on Buses? It’s Easier Than you Think!
Many cyclists share the same story: You’re on your way home from work one day when all of the sudden your tire goes flat, and of course it’s the one time you’ve forgotten to bring your pump and patch kit. Or you’re halfway into your ride when it starts pouring rain. Or maybe you’ve put off biking somewhere because it’s too terrifying to cross the four-lane, high-speed bridge that separates you from your destination. What’s a cyclist to do? Fortunately, there is a very simple solution: hail the next bus and load up your bike.
Local NJ Bike/Ped News Feed For July1 – July 15, 2012
Welcome to the NJ Bike/Ped News Feed for the first half of July! We've scoured the web to bring you all of the latest news on bicycle and pedestrian issues occurring in New Jersey and the region. Please click past the break to see all of the news! Enjoy!
Going Mobile – Five Free Apps for Cyclists and Pedestrians
Much like the rise of affordable personal computers defined the 1990’s technologically, the smart phone seems set to shape the 2010’s. Though Words with Friends at the bus stop or mobile Facebook at the office may be the kind of activities more commonly seen on user’s screens, the ease with which software developers can create and release mobile applications or “apps” has resulted in thousands of opportunities to improve connectivity, make life easier, and yes, have some frivolous fun. Most of these applications only cost a few dollars while some can be free, often with the financial support of “in app” advertising. It can be difficult sometimes, though, to sort through the enormous quantity of apps on the market, and sometimes an app that you have paid for may not necessarily be as good as one that can be downloaded for free. Here, we examine some of the more intriguing completely free smart phone apps useful for those who like to be active and get around using their own two feet.
Local NJ Bike/Ped News Feed For June15 – June 30, 2012
Welcome to the NJ Bike/Ped News Feed for the second half of June! We've scoured the web to bring you all of the latest news on bicycle and pedestrian issues occurring in New Jersey. Please click past the break to see all of the news! Enjoy!