On Nov. 21 thrill seekers, outdoor enthusiasts, businesses and clubs had a chance to compete in a special race designed to explore the Upper Keys. The Amazing Race of Islamorada consisted of a three-mile run, a two-mile kayak trip and a six-mile bike ride. The event started at Robbie’s Marina and was sponsored by [...]

  Cycling groups in South Florida are on a mission to end confrontations with motorists, according to the Sun Sentinel. The media company reports that “They’re policing their own ranks. Leaders in group rides are making sure riders are following road rules, not taking over traffic lanes when it’s not necessary and being courteous to [...]

  The Florida Bicycle Association’s mission is to advocate for a bicycle-friendly Florida. So when FBA was given the opportunity to present the kick-off event for zMotion’s cycling season, it jumped at the chance. zMotion is a Zimmerman Advertising foundation based in Fort Lauderdale. “zMotion has quickly become a major player in the cycling community, [...]

  Everglades Bicycle Club, the largest cycling group in the region, hosted its annual Homestead Speedway Bicycle Festival on Oct. 25. The event started at Homestead-Miami Speedway and included one lap around the racetrack, then continued through rural areas. Grandstands at the Speedway were open to the public for the mass start at 7:30 a.m. Distances included [...]

  In October 2006, South Florida resident Ute Burkhardt, 37, was killed by a truck while riding her bike. Cycling was one of her passions, and she took great care in being a strong and safe rider. In her honor, a local nonprofit is raising funds to benefit the Florida Bicycle Association and the Share [...]

  On Oct. 8 Miami’s City Commission approved a cycling master plan, a first for the city. According to the Herald, “the blueprint is designed for gradual implementation over 20 years, as roads are resurfaced, and the needed work — mainly striping and signage — is relatively inexpensive. The aim is to have an interconnected network [...]

  On Aug. 19 the city of Miami held its second Miami Bicycle Summit. According to a newsletter from Mayor Manny Diaz, “Roughly 50 people came to listen to the progress of the Bicycle Master Plan and to share their experiences, ideas and reflections on where we are and where we are going. It was [...]

  On Aug. 13 cyclist Thomas McDonald, 50, of Lighthouse Point was charged with assault and battery for attacking a car driver on State Road A1A in Boca Raton. He allegedly hit Delray Beach resident Miles Barish, 69, who was driving a convertible. According to reports, several cyclists in a peloton said Barish instigated the altercation [...]

  Bike Miami Rides, the City of Miami’s free community bicycle event, offers residents the opportunity to become safer and more confident urban cyclists with help from police officers and volunteers. On Sunday, July 19, residents and visitors met at 8:30 a.m. at the City of Miami NET Office and learned the basics of better [...]

Bike Miami Days held its seventh and final event of the season on May 17. Several downtown streets were closed on the Sunday so people could cycle as well as walk, run and inline skate. Bike Miami Days is an initiative by Mayor Manny Diaz to promote outdoor activity and a sense of community. In [...]