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Hincapie Sportswear, manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired Southeast Sports Marketing to represent the brand in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama and Mississippi.

In Episode 169 of "Perils for Pedestrians", European leaders make a historic commitment to invest in bicycling policy as sustainable urban transport and implementers describe how policy translates into action.

Leda has designed a simple yet versatile parking rack for scooters and skateboards after requests from Australian schools to assist with the growing phenomenon of scooters used as transport.

Hincapie Sportswear has hired Dave Pelletier as a sales representative in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Hincapie Sportswear has signed professional triathlete Jenny Fletcher for the 2011 triathlon season. Fletcher will compete in national and international triathlon and multisport events wearing Hincapie custom triathlon and cycling clothing.

On February 3 legislators filed the “Complete Streets” bill at the Texas State Legislature. The bill is intended to make roads safer for bicyclists, pedestrians, people who are disabled, children, the elderly and other road users.

Ready Now™ introduces an under-seat, expandable, sporty bike bag with included first aid kit designed to increase preparedness, safety, and convenience for all bike riders.

Recently launched web-based bicycle rental service VeloRental.com is aiming to connect cyclists traveling to Europe with high performance bicycle rentals through an innovative online rental platform.

Episode 168 of “Perils for Pedestrians” takes viewers off the beaten tourist path in Belgium, ­ literally. Belgian community activists show how they have updated historic rural and urban trails by reclaiming pedestrian and bicycle paths.

Gil Peñalosa is an international expert on livable communities. At pubic events in San Antonio onand Austin, he will present real-world examples that show how active transportation impacts health, traffic congestion, and quality of life in Texas.

Biciklo Guide to Cycling Tours helps travelers find the perfect cycling tour

Teeam Exergy Pro Cycling is giving a special nod to bicycle component makers in Idaho as they work to highlight the area as an important cycling region.

Hincapie Sportswear (Hincapie), manufacturer and marketer of distinctive clothing for the performance cyclist, has hired Jason Losey as retail sales representative for the brand in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and New Mexico.

"Perils For Pedestrians" looks at the largest pedestrian event in Washington, DC, history -- the inauguration of Barack Obama -- on DISH Network 9411, Tuesday, January 4, at 7:30 PM EST, 4:30 PM PST.

For the second year in a row, the event was led by pro cyclist Tom Danielson and presented by Zimmerman Advertising’s zMotion cycling group.

Online electric bicycle dealer, UrbanScooters.com, has released a new video highlighting the many features and specifications available on the XB-502 from X-Treme Scooters.

The X-Treme Scooters electric mountain bike, model XB-350Li, is now available for sale through online electric bike retailer, UrbanScooters.com.

Seattle Bike Supply (SBS) picks up Power Cordz for their bicycle wholesale catalog. Io DuPont, maker of Power Cordz, believes SBS and new UCI rules will help the lightweight cables grow in cyclo-cross.

JJ McMoon plans to ride his bike from Virginia Beach to Venice Beach, sand-to-sand, in 60 days, stopping along the way to talk to innovators, researchers, and inventors who are working on alternative energy solutions.

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Each year singletracks.com rates the best mountain bike products in 30 categories based on thousands of member reviews ahead of the Interbike® trade show in Las Vegas.

The Tour de Troit is a leisurely bicycle tour of Detroit that explores the city’s historic areas, takes in many of its most breathtaking sights and provides participants a unique opportunity to legally "take over" the streets of the Motor City.

Hincapie Sportswear has hired Josh Feazell as retail sales representative for the brand in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.

Starting August 2010 bicycle saddles specialist brand RIDO will be on the lookout for suitable distributors around the world and invite interested parties to email them with their contact details for an introductory discussion.

The Sport Rack™ by Venom Sports Ltd. is the first dual-purpose kick scooter and bicycle storage stand. It’s perfect for Razor® Scooters!

Cycle Force Group now carrying Pedalite’s award-winning lighting products that make outdoor recreation and commuting safer.

Cycle Force Group’s new line up of BlueDesert® hydration products helps meet consumer’s sporting and leisure needs.

Bicygnals lighting helps visibility and safety of bike riders and pedestrians.

Cicli Lombardo S.p.A Bike Company based in Trapani, Italy is now adding the United States to its roster of countries by making Cycle Force Group the exclusive importer of Cicli Lombardo S.p.A bikes.

HEAD bicycles has named Cycle Force Group its exclusive U.S. distributor.

London UK: Over £100 million worth of stolen bikes in the UK could be recovered using new tagging technology from security company Bike Revolution. In 2009, over 500,000 bikes worth over £113 million were stolen in the UK, one every 65 seconds.

New energy gel to give Sky’s Tour De France bikers the boost without the backlash

HensonFuerst names Fayetteville teen named winner of its annual public service announcement contest

The Jersey Off-Road Bicycle Association (JORBA)’s Hunterdon County chapter has began construction of NJ's first public pump track in Alexandria Park, Alexandria Township, NJ. Grand opening is on June 5, 2010, Alexandria's Annual Community Day.

Shrewsbury Bicycles is the best place at the Jersey Shore for all your biking needs. Their selection is endless and the staff is willing to help with any cycling questions you may have. A shop where bicycles and people are put together.

Bharatbook added a new report on “China aided bicycle manufacturing industry, 2010” into its market report catalogue for reselling.

Biking to work can be invigorating and healthy, but for many it's harmful. A ride along a busy street means increased exposure to exhaust. Riders should choose an unpopular route, notes a clean-air activist who created an exhaust awareness campaign.

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A wide range of Idaho companies create employment opportunities for people with intellectual disabilities by partnering with a Treasure Valley nonprofit for part of their regular operations.

The traditional Dutch Bicycle is more popular than ever. Customizing it to reflect its owner's personality has become a trend that reaches beyond the borders of Holland.

Come cycling with Bike Asia through the breathtaking landscape of the Tibetan Plateau in Yunnan. Take on roads that seem to defy the imagination whilst experiencing fascinating cultures and amazing biological diversity.

According to the report "China Bicycles & Invalid Carriages Industry Profile", by Zeefer Consulting, the major distribution areas of this industry in China are Jiangsu, Guangdong. 100+ big enterprises in Jiangsu province with total sales of US$ 2 bn.

Milwaukee, WI. - April 16, Polar-Optics LLC, a world leader in high quality sun lens products for motor sports helmets, announces the release of the new Freedom Series of sun lenses for bicycle style helmets.

There’s a force for positive change in West Oakland sparked by the popular bicycle program at The Crucible, the Bay Area’s school of industrial and fire arts, where youth are introduced to art and science through hands-on workshops and classes.

Io DuPont is prototyping a radically new transmission design called Infinity Drive™ continuously variable transmission. The first models are being developed for the cycling industry.

SuperGIS Mobile Tour 3 is applied to a bike navigation system in Yilan, Taiwan. The system is a location-based navigation service system which combines GPS and GIS technologies for cyclists to explore the scenery more easily and clearly.

The CYCLE MESSENGER WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS (CMWC), will take place in Panajachel, Guatemala from September 3rd to 13th, 2010.

The new line of Brompton foldable bicycles has finally arrived and they are more stylish than ever! With new and improved features, these bikes are a must-have for anyone wishing to go through the day free from transportation induced stress!

Combining adventure and contribution Phil Dwyer and Jake Allen are cycling to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. The “Warrior Pride Ride” will begin on May 30, 2010. The team has created an interactive blog so everyone can participate.

When a bicycle and a truck attempt to occupy the same space, the truck wins. Come celebrate the helmet and the life saved at the Jimmys Goldsprint Benefit March 27th 6pm at Palms Cycle in West Los Angeles, CA.