Projects & Activities

Legislation Support to Improve Cyclist/Motorist Safety

Rolling Coal Law

The practice of “Rolling Coal” has been an ongoing issue for cyclists and pedestrians and creates not only an unhealthy environment for the cyclist or pedestrian, but creates a dangerous situation as the thick black smoke impedes the sight of the cyclist...

Distracted Driving Initiatives

Testimony for proposed legislation: Distracted Driving Bill (didn't pass - now getting ready for next year); However, good news on the passage of the Vulnerable Users bill.

E-Bike Policy

Report on Summit County Rec Path - July 17, 2019 by Jenny and Stan Sunderwirth Jenny and I rode a good portion of the Summit County Rec Path yesterday. It was the first time we have ridden it since they allowed class 1 e-bikes. It was a Wednesday but it was the...

SB19-175 Serious Bodily Injury Vulnerable Road User Penalties

Status: SB19-175 Serious Bodily Injury Vulnerable Road User Penalties From: Piep van Heuven <piep@bicyclecolorado.org> Date: Tue, Apr 23, 2019 at 6:11 PM Subject: House Testimony Tomorrow - 1:30pm I just got word from our lobbyist that...

Colorado Safety Stop

The Colorado Safety Stop legislation provides a template for counties and municipalities to adopt if they so chose that will allow cyclists to roll through a roadway with a stop sign if the intersection is clear and safe to do so. This policy is commonly referred to...

Ride Reviews: Making Routes Safer

Gravel Biking in Jeffco

Do you really need another bike?

For the last few years graveling has been the biggest trend in cycling. In 2020 I finally succumbed and bought a used cyclocross bike so I can join in the gravel biking craze. Am I glad I did? Absolutely yes! It's fun! Riding dirt trails makes you feel like a kid...

Ride Review Report of Golden to Denver Commuter and Recreational Bike Routes

Routes/Maps/Data/Links Select link to review route Golden to Denver Commuter Route 1 – Clear Creek Trail/Otis...

Jefferson County and Golden area Report

Marshall and Garrison Bicycle Corridors Report

Golden Gate Canyon Ride Review

Map of Ride The ride review is on hold while safety considerations are being made. Glen lives in the Golden Gate Canyon area and has some concerns with safety for bicyclists and motorists He is interested in advocating for some safety improvements...

Collaboration

3 Foot to Pass signs – Golden Public Works

Urging the use of the newer 3 Foot to Pass signs: We recognize Golden Public Works for their good work in locating portable 3 Foot to Pass signs at the gates at Lookout Mt and other strategic sites.