Bike commuting

Online Bike Forum - E-Bike Battery Safety

Many in the bike industry are concerned about electric bicycle safety right now, as reports of lithium ion batteries catching fire continue to surface. Learn from experts in the realm of e-bike and battery safety during this extended Online Bike Forum.
Sad Bike Rack Next to a Tree in Urban Setting

Sad Racks Episode #13

Functional and pleasant bike parking is a key investment for any real estate project. And when it goes wrong, it can be plain scary, not to mention cost a bundle to fix. Is this rack beyond sad? Yes, it has joined the collection of sad racks.

Our Predictions for Bikes in 2023

Each year, we reflect on the world of bikes and look for clues as to where the industry may be headed in the coming year. Many of the current trends and corresponding predictions aren’t new, but rather exciting inflection points that signal growth and expansion. Here are our predictions for bikes and more in 2023:

A Resource Guide to E-bike Battery Safety: for Riders, Retailers, and Employers

The e-bike market continues to grow, thrive, and evolve before our eyes. With this rapid rise, we have seen concern around the safety of e-bike batteries. Check out our Resource Guide to E-bike Battery Safety: for Riders, Retailers, and Employers.

How the Inflation Reduction Act Benefits Bikes (Or Doesn't)

In August, Congress passed the most influential climate bill in history, with high hopes of reducing U.S. carbon emissions by 40% by the end of this decade. The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provides $369 billion to fund a whole host of climate-friendly initiatives – everything from clean energy and electric vehicle (EV) tax credits to green jobs. For the average American, the bill means rebates on solar panels, heat pumps, energy-efficient appliances and other home improvements, plus that electric car or SUV.

Five Reasons Why Burning Man is the World’s Best City

We’ve all heard that work will be different from now on: Flexible schedules; a blend of onsite and work-from-home (WFH) days per week; or, in some cases, total annihilation of the physical office. And as transportation professionals, we’re all anxious to know how this new work frontier will affect the commute.

Online Bike Forum - Building for Bikes

Bikes Make Life Better has taken a deep dive into the realm of shared bicycles, scooters, and other small vehicles to understand their nuances and programmatic applications. Watch this Online Bike Forum where we discussed what’s happening with “little vehicles” right now, including use cases, types of systems, facilities, tech, policy, and how companies and universities are thinking about integrating micromobility into their transportation plans.

Sad Racks Episode #14b

Functional and pleasant bike parking is a key investment for any real estate project. And when it goes wrong, it can be plain scary, not to mention cost a bundle to fix. Is this rack beyond sad? Yes, it has joined the collection of sad racks.

Online Bike Forum - Nike’s E-Bike Loaner Program: How A Small Pilot Changed The Way Employees Move

Bikes Make Life Better has taken a deep dive into the realm of shared bicycles, scooters, and other small vehicles to understand their nuances and programmatic applications. Watch this Online Bike Forum where we discussed what’s happening with “little vehicles” right now, including use cases, types of systems, facilities, tech, policy, and how companies and universities are thinking about integrating micromobility into their transportation plans.

New Commuter Bike Shop: The Hub by BXP

We’ve all heard that work will be different from now on: Flexible schedules; a blend of onsite and work-from-home (WFH) days per week; or, in some cases, total annihilation of the physical office. And as transportation professionals, we’re all anxious to know how this new work frontier will affect the commute.