by Mark | May 4, 2012 | Uncategorized
The Iowa Goes By Bicycle Challenge started on May 1 and there are 368 riders from Iowa participating. This contest is part of the National Bicycle Challenge and Iowa is in 6th place. Wisconsin was the favorite in the race, but they were just beat out by Vermont. Also...
by Mark | May 3, 2012 | Uncategorized
The shortcomings of the current gas tax are well-known. The federal rate (18.4 cents/gallon) has not been raised in nearly twenty years and is not tied to inflation, yet it remains the primary source of funds for federal transportation spending. The problem is...
by Mark | Apr 24, 2012 | Uncategorized
Gems of Hope is teaming up with Houby Days and hosting our second annual bicycle ride (GOH Ride) along the Cedar Valley Trails in Cedar Rapids, Sunday, May 20th. At 10:00 a.m. we will gather at Greene Square Park for a ‘send-off’ ; either North for a short...
by Mark | Apr 18, 2012 | Uncategorized
The FOURTH ANNUAL Tour de Tivoli bike ride is just around the corner on May 27! Once again, you will enjoy our beautiful countryside and challenging, rolling hills. Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. at the Danish Windmill grounds, 4038 Main Street, Elk Horn. Plenty...
by Mark | Apr 18, 2012 | Uncategorized
I’m excited to invite you all to the Bicycle, Blues and BBQ Festival in Clear Lake on July 6-8. The action starts off on Friday evening with BBQ vendors in the park and a hospitality tent for our contributing sponsors and our volunteers. BillyLee Janey...
by Mark | Apr 18, 2012 | Uncategorized
Eco Lips Earth Day Bike Ride Saturday, April 21 Bottleworks Lawn, New Bohemia Cedar Rapids, Iowa In honor of Earth Day and in coordination with Eco Fest 2012, Eco Lips will be hosting our second annual Earth Day Bike Ride on Saturday, April 21st. Riders can choose...
