Category: Minnesota

Bike Sharing Expands in Minneapolis and Regional Light-Rail Corridors

Nice Ride Minnesota, the state's popular bike-sharing program, is pedaling into new territory this summer, bringing its green bicycles to Minneapolis parks and along light-rail corridors. By mid-May, 1,500 bicycles will be in service, as will 24 new bik… more »

News, Minnesota – Apr. 17, 2013

Minneapolis Winters are No Barrier to Bike Commuting

Bike commuters in Minneapolis are braving the cold, with half of all city cyclists continuing to bike during the winter months. The city works to have all bicycle trails plowed within 24 hours of a snowfall. About 3.5 percent of Minneapolis residents bi… more »

News, Minnesota – Sep. 19, 2012

Biking Brings $1 Billion in Revenue to Minnesota

Minnesota generates over $1 billion in bike-related revenue annually, more than from hunting and snowmobiling combined. To help promote more bicycling in Minnesota, a new interagency campaign labeling Minnesota as "The Bike Friendly State" is being laun… more »

News, Minnesota – Aug. 7, 2012