Category: Events

Making cycling and walking safe, convenient and fun in Delaware

Bicyclists mob Amish Tour, demolish prior attendance record

A brief recap of the Amish Country Tour on Saturday Sept. 10 Not even a 50% chances of rain (NOAA) was going to get in the way of this one. A record 1,700+ riders participated in the Amish Country Tour on September 10, shattering last year’s number by over 400. On hand for the first…
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September 11, 2011 2

C&D Canal Recreation Trail gets the green light

Article and photos by Carol Ireland, White Clay Bicycle Club President A “full house” of Delaware elected officials was present on Thursday afternoon (Sept. 1) to announce $4.2 million in federal and state funding to begin construction of the recreational trail along the C&D Canal. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, Representative John Carney, Governor…
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September 3, 2011 0

Announcement for funding and plans for the C&D Canal Trail

The public is invited to Delaware’s Congressional Delegation’s announcement for funding and plans for C&D Canal Trail. We have few details at this time, however, it is expected that several financial hurtles have finally been cleared and the project is ready to move forward. Details as follows: Thursday, September 1, 20112:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Under…
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August 27, 2011 0

bikede x DressHead Comfortable T-shirt Dress in Gray

Stay comfortable and warm all day in this t-shirt dress in grey. It features traditional t-shirt styling, such as a comfortable neckline, straight hemline, and cuffs. This bikede x www.dresshead.com dress also has a contrasting pocket in brown, and is perfect to wear for casual occasions or perhaps to work when paired with a pair…
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August 2, 2011 0

Why are Delaware roads so deadly for pedestrians? (video)

by Mark Eichmann WHYY Published on November 20, 2015 It’s happened. Again. Again and again. More than 30 pedestrians have been killed along Delaware’s roads in 2015. That’s higher than last year’s total of 27. “Every once and a while there will be a traffic fatality that grabs the public’s attention, but generally speaking these…
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April 8, 2011 0

2011 National Bike Summit Review

Bike Delaware’s Frank Warnock attended the full League of American Bicyclists (LAB) 2011 National Bike Summit from March 8-10. Anthony Aglio, Delaware Department of Transportation’s (DelDOT) Bicycle Coordinator was also in attendance, invited by the League as a panelist for the breakout session “Follow the Money – Fundamentals of current Transportation Financing”. In what appears…
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March 12, 2011 1

Elderberry Bicycle Photography Ride to be held in Historic New Castle

Join us for a leisurely day pedaling around New Castle Delaware for their Spirit of Christmas events. Scheduled events sponsored by New Castle City includes: House tour, musical groups, special museum events, plus items for sale in the church fellowship hall at 25 E. 2nd St. Santa’s Workshop at The Velocipede. Dust off your camera…
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December 5, 2010 0

Governor Jack’s Tour of Delaware in pictures

Delaware Governor Jack Markell enjoyed a record turnout on Oct. 17 for his annual “Tour of Delaware”. Also joining the ride, among others was Delaware City Mayor John Martin. Kudos to Nancy Waddell, who routed a perfect half century (50 miles) for the event. Governor Jack (center), preparing the group for departure . . .…
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October 17, 2010 0

Help Bike Delaware decide on its top goals for 2011

A meeting you won’t want to miss. Bike Delaware is calling upon its membership and all interested parties to attend a special meeting at 6 p.m., on October 5th. This is NOT a board meeting; we will be discussing and voting on our goals and objectives for 2011, and need as much input as possible.…
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September 20, 2010 0

Northern Delaware Greenway Trail Dedication

Wilmington News Journal — On Thursday, Aug. 26, state officials announced that the major missing links along the Northern Delaware Greenway have been coupled and bikers, hikers and pedestrians can now travel the 9.5 miles from Brandywine Park through Bellevue State Park. The trail has also been improved with signage so that people always know…
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August 28, 2010 0