ECC2015: Ride a bike and improve cycling mobility

ECC2015: Ride a bike and improve cycling mobility

Cyclists from 39 European cities are ready to ride at 2015 European Cycling Challenge (ECC2015). Throughout May, urban teams will take part to the challenge, using bicycles as exclusive mean of transport.   You can join ECC2015 until 31 May, even as subteams (companies, schools, groups) and all kinds of bicycles are allowed, such as owned or rented

Life Paint: the glow-in-the-dark spray that saves cyclists’ lives

Life Paint: the glow-in-the-dark spray that saves cyclists’ lives

The fear of being involved in an accident when riding bicycles is linked to low visibility at night. The problem often arises from drivers’ lack of attention or their unsafe driving style.   Products that enhance visibility can help night-time cyclists defend themselves against cars, when riding home on city streets after dark. Reflective and

Afghan women challenge tradition. How? By riding bicycles

Afghan women challenge tradition. How? By riding bicycles

A group of 40 Afghan women passionate about cycling and part of the Afghanistan’s Women’s National Cycling Team is trying to break country’s tradition barriers. The aim is to spread the idea that women can freely practice any sports, despite the conservative society of Afghanistan consider sport as an inappropriate activity for women.   Masooma

Cyclists in Amsterdam will park their bikes… Under water

Cyclists in Amsterdam will park their bikes… Under water

While some big cities face the problem of car parking, in Amsterdam cyclists risk to be late at work because they can’t find a place to lock their bikes. This is a good news for those supporting sustainable mobility, such as LifeGate, though many people living in the capital of the Netherland will not be