'Consensus' Reached to Reduce Central Park Bike Ticketing  (By Alex Goldmark, Transportation Nation, May 10, 2011)

While police continue to step up enforcement of cyclists who violate New York City traffic laws around the five boroughs, Central Park cyclists may see some relief. Two city council members, along with cycling advocates, report that a consensus was reached after a meeting with police, multiple community groups and local elected officials.

Saw this - "Bicycling in New York City: Historic Photos from the Museum of the City of New York"  - looks like fun.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/lacy-schutz/bicycling-in-new-york-city_b_860531.html#s270490&title=Prof_Fourcher 

By Leslie Albrecht (DNAinfo May 18, 2011)

UPPER WEST SIDE — The head of the Central Park NYPD Precinct said at a recent meeting that his officers are backing off a "zero-tolerance" ticketing blitz that sparked an uproar among New York cyclists, according to several of those present at the meeting.

Central Park Precinct Commander Captain Philip Wishnia told a host of assembled cyclists, elected officials and other stakeholders that his precinct would halt the crackdown that slapped bikers with tickets, including $270 fines for running red lights even when no one else was in the intersection, those present said.

Due to the weather the ride has been cancelled.

rained out - go back to bed

For those who are ready for long distance climbing, consider this cycling tour:

July 24 thru July 30, 2011

The Colorado Cols Road Tour is a vehicle supported, inn-to-inn, road cycling tour through the San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado. Cyclists climb Colorado’s alpine cols (aka passes), sweep across wildflower studded meadows and descend into valleys each afternoon to relax in historic hotels while savoring gourmet dining.

I am travelling to Israel on the subject dates - any advice on good cycling opportunities during that time would be much appreciated!

Part of the Nona Varnado Ladies Program for bike month NYC: http://www.thebirdwheel.com/events

Hello! I am seeking one or two passes / numbers for this Sunday's Bloomin' Metric ride in CT.

Please email me at [email protected] if you have any to go.

Thanks!