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Bicycling is an environmentally friendly alternative transportation option. Whether you are out for a leisurely ride or you are commuting to work, the City of Longmont strives to provide a safe and convenient method of transportation. If you have any suggestions to improve bicycling within Longmont, please contact us at:
City of Longmont
Public Works & Natural Resources
385 Kimbark Street
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 651-8304
FAX (303) 651-8352
E-mail address: pweng@ci.longmont.co.us
Biking to work in Colorado is a tradition. The City of Boulder first celebrated Bike to Work Day more than 25 years ago. Colorado Department of Transportation then began promoting it statewide, and, in 1995, the Denver Regional Council of Governments began helping the area's cities and counties link their individual events together. Bike to Work Day is celebrated in Longmont as well as many other communities along the Front Range and in the mountains.
There are a lot of great reasons to bike to work:The 2007 City of Longmont Bicycle Map is now available. Please call (303) 651-8416 and request a free copy or drop us a line via email at pweng@ci.longmont.co.us and we'll send one out to you. The maps are also available from local bike shops.
Bicycling Public Forum - A monthly meeting is held to discuss various topics relating to the safety and public access of bicycle riding in Longmont. The group has been very active in presenting to the city various enhancements and problems that are seen throught the eyes of avid riders. This is a nonprofit group that diligently works towards a uniform and useful bicycle transportation network in and around Longmont. More information is available by visiting www.bicyclelongmont.org
Bicycle Striping - Each year, the City stripes various streets for on-street bike lanes. Streets within the City of Longmont limits are reviewed annually and streets needing repair work are also looked at to determine if bike lanes are feasible within the existing infrastructure.
Street/Sidewalk Repair Form - Use this form to report a pothole or a damaged section of sidewalk.
Rules of the Road - Remember to follow these safety tips to avoid pedestrian or automobile conflicts:
Stop at all stop signs and red lights. Set a good example by putting your foot down on the pavement to indicate a complete stop.
Yield to pedestrians at all times. This includes when you cross the crosswalk.
When passing a pedestrian you must give them an audible signal - a bell or
by calling out "passing."
Do not ride on sidewalks in business or commercial areas.
Be careful when riding across intersections from paths or sidewalks. Motorists
do not expect you! Do not assume that you can go through the intersection
because you have the green light! The safest thing to do is slow down considerably
and look for cars before leaving the curb.
Ride responsibly. If you drive your car safely, why not be sure to do so on
your bike?
Equip your bike correctly. Headlights and red rear reflectors are required
if riding after sunset.
When riding on paths or sidewalks, be aware of pedestrians. Slow down; stop
if necessary. Let them know that you are passing.
When riding in the street, be aware that many motorists are not used to driving
around cyclists. Some of them honk because they are afraid of hitting you.
In this situation, be courteous. Gestures and name calling are inappropriate.
Instead, wave and smile.
Wear your helmet! Head injuries are devastating and wearing a helmet can prevent
head injuries.
Be aware of changing road conditions. A little rain can make a BIG difference
in the slickness of a road surface.
Keep your bike well-tuned.
Encourage new cyclists to ride safely. Show them safe routes and teach them
how to make riding a weekly or daily habit rather than an annual tradition.
Safe Bicycling!
Public Works & Natural Resources
Updated 2/9/10