精品SM在线影片 Bike News - August 2022
The start of the school year brings a new hustle and bustle to campus. In the next few weeks, there will be plenty of exciting events on campus鈥搃ncluding Bike Fest on September 1! Read on to find out more bike-related news in this month鈥檚 edition of CU Bike News.
August Trivia: About how many abandoned bikes are cleared from campus each year?
- A) 700
- B) 125
- C) 350
- D) 1200
Scroll to the bottom for the answer!
CU Bike Program News
Bike Fest 2022 (Used Bike Sale!)
CU's annual bike fest is almost here! Come celebrate bikes on Thursday, Sept. 1, from 2:00-6:00 pm at Farrand Field and enjoy free food, music, and games. Chat with local bike-related businesses and bike advocacy groups, and if you are on the hunt for a bike to buy, get there early to scope out the annual used bike sale!
Bike Registration
Make sure to register your bike, which will help you track down your bike if it goes missing and provide free access to campus bike stations/maintenance.
Buffalo Bicycle Classic 2022
Since 2003, the Buffalo Bicycle Classic has raised $3.4 million dollars in scholarships for CU students. There is still time to register for the event, which includes nine route options and a virtual ride! Use code CHANGELIVES for $15 off registration (valid through 9/1/2022).
30th St. and Colorado Ave. Construction Closure!
Except for the Buff Bus, the intersection of 30th and Colorado Ave. will be fully closed to pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle traffic from Saturday, Sept. 10 to Friday, Sept. 23. The intersection will be elevated to allow for the completion of two bike and pedestrian underpasses, designed to enhance bike and pedestrian safety. The Buff Bus will run from 7am until 5pm and then will be rerouted.
Community News & Events
Looking for More Used Bike Options?
Community Cycles, a local non-profit bike shop, is selling a variety of tuned up and/or upgraded bicycles.聽
More Upcoming Bike Events (Fall 2022)
Click the article to learn more about Bike Film Night, Essential Bike Commuting/Maintenance Clinic, and the Boulder Bike Path Ride.
EcoPass/CollegPass Discounts
Did you know? You can use your EcoPass or CollegePass to receive discounts at local restaurants, stores, and more! Read on to find out how it works (click on聽article title and scroll down to the bottom聽section).
Safety
Back to School Biking Tips
Haven鈥檛 ridden your bike in a while? Make sure to check out this quick list of tips before you head out. Or better yet, take your bike to one of the CU bike stations and they can help get you set up free of charge.