Yosemite National Park has initiated a commuter bike program in El Portal for employees that live within biking distance from work. Beginning last year, the park has made 20 multi-speed touring bikes available in which National Park Service (NPS) employees can check-out and us to commute to work, thus reducing …
Read More »He was riding his bike the wrong way in Merced, police say. Now he’s in the hospital
A 60-year-old Merced man on a bicycle suffered “moderate” injuries when he was struck by a car Tuesday on G Street, according to Merced police. The man was pedaling northbound … Click to Continue »
Read More »Should Congress Make It Legal To Mountain Bike In Wilderness Areas?
Wilderness areas are known for isolated beauty and the feeling of peace experienced there. There are no cars, few roads and only horseman, horses and hikers can enter them. But that could soon change if a bill that’s now in congress becomes law. When Craig Bowden isn’t teaching eighth graders …
Read More »Bike safety awareness is focus in Merced during National Bike Month
For the month of May, Merced cyclists are encouraging the community to ride their bike to work or school and go for a group bike ride during the nationally recognized … Click to Continue »
Read More »Kevin’s Bikes owner discusses road conditions and bike safety in Merced
Kevin McCarthy, owner of Kevin’s Bikes in Merced, talks about area roads and cycling safety in Merced, Calif., on Wednesday, May 3, 2017. According to the League of American Bicyclists, May is National Bike Month. … Click to Continue »
Read More »14th annual Bike Blessing
Sons of Thunder founder Keith Kimbro explains why the motorcycle club holds an annual prayer event for bikers. … Click to Continue »
Read More »Want to see a new bike park in Merced?
The City of Merced is interested in adding a unique bike park they say will appeal to people of all ages and abilities from Merced and beyond. A community design … Click to Continue »
Read More »Merced man jailed for carrying loaded gun while riding his bike
A Merced man was jailed after a police officer stopped him on his bicycle on Wednesday night and found him with a loaded gun, police reported. The officer was patrolling … Click to Continue »
Read More »National Bike Month returns to Merced
Second Director’s Ride is Saturday in Merced May is National Bike Month Merced has nearly 70 miles of bike lanes and paths … Click to Continue »
Read More »Bike to Work Day 2015
You’re encouraged to ditch the car and get to work on two wheels today. Today is Bike to Work Day, part of National Bike Month. Several rest stops and refueling stations were placed around Fresno and Clovis this morning, where riders were able to grab a bagel and hang out …
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