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On Motorist Conflict

Recently, some of our CentreBike members identified an unfortunate situation: a motorist who had been harassing cyclists on certain roads in our community.  We sprung into action: with the help of several cyclists, the incidents were documented and the motorist identified.

That information allowed the State College Police to take quick action to resolve the issue. Thank you to those involved – both cyclists and our partners on the police force!

However, this incident brings up a good question:

What should you do if you are harassed while cycling?

Harassment may include negative comments, physical proximity (cars passing “too close”), taunting, or any other behavior that verbally or physically threatens a cyclist while riding.

  • Always make your personal safety a priority. If you feel you are in physical danger, leave the road, and call 911.
  • Document the incident. Write down the date, location, any details on the harasser (physical appearance, car make/model, etc.) and exactly what happened. Best information to have, if you are able to capture it:
    • License plate number
    • Photo
  • Share your documentation with the police. Filing a police report is the best way to elevate the issue.
  • Let CentreBike know. We believe these incidents are very rare, but in the event they happen, we want to take quick action. Send us an email.

 

Successful Mayor Ride

On Saturday, May 16, 2015, a large group of local cyclists enjoyed a family-friendly bike ride to celebrate May Bike Month. 30+ riders, including CentreBike members, mayor Elizabeth Goreham, and local families, biked a 7-mile loop around State College.

The ride was a great way to kick off a summer of cycling, and to raise awareness of the importance of bike safety and active transportation in our region.

Cyclists gathering for the 2015 spring bike ride with the mayor

Cyclists gather for a quick photo before hitting the road during the Spring 2015 Bike Ride with the Mayor

CentreBike hopes to make the event an annual celebration to welcome spring, and to encourage families to get out and ride together.

Ride Your Bike to Work Tomorrow!

It’s almost here: Friday, May 15 is National Bike-to-Work Day. Jump on your bike, and join your fellow two-wheeled commuters in the Centre Region!

From 8am – 8:45am on May 15, stop by The Bicycle Shop in State College for free coffee and espresso, as part of our Commuter Coffee Fridays. 

Every Friday in May, cycling commuters can stop in at a different location around town to pick up a free coffee, get cycling questions answered, and celebrate the joy of two-wheeled cycling to work. Make sure to explore all our May Bike Month activities.

Still have questions about riding to work? Check out this list of handy bicycle commuting tips from the League of American Bicyclists.

What else is happening in May?

Have you signed up for the National Bike Challenge (www.nationalbikechallenge.org)? CentreBike is currently #16 out of 109 local challenges, with 147 riders riding 7,637 miles since May 1. We’re up against challenges with hundreds to thousands of riders. Imagine if we can get to 200 riders?

We know you’re here and you’re riding. Logging your miles is easy, and you can do it well after the fact. If you’re already registered in the challenge and you haven’t logged your miles, please do so and help boost us up in the standings!

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