Interest in cycling surged during the pandemic and has not let up. We’ll discuss the many popular forms of bicycling, including mountain biking, rail cycling and e-bikes—and we’ll find out where to ride in Maine. We’ll also address bike safety, especially given recent cyclist injuries and fatalities in Maine.
Panelists:
Jean Sideris, executive director, Bicycle Coalition of Maine
John Grenier, owner, Rainbow Bicycle in Lewiston
VIP callers:
Lauri Boxer-Macomber, attorney, Kelly, Remmel & Zimmerman; focus on bicycle and pedestrian law; Board of Directors, Bicycle Coalition of Maine
Rob Lavoie, Chiropractor, Gorham Town Councilor, and a trail builder
Liz Coffey, Operations Coordinator, New England Mountain Bike Association
Resources:
Bicycle Safety: Bike Safety Tips for Kids and Adults | NHTSA
15 Bicycle Safety Guidelines For Riders Of All Ages (informedcyclist.com)
Hottest bike tech trends of 2022 | The Pro's Closet (theproscloset.com)
Biking in Maine: Where To Go, What To Buy, Bicycling Safety & Sharing the Road | Maine Public
A proposed bicycle trail system could connect Maine's 25 biggest communities by 2030 | Maine Public
