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Ciclovia: Bogotá, Colombia

In Part 1 of our Bogotá trilogy watch as every Sunday & holiday, every week, the City of Bogotá, Colombia closes down over 70 miles of roadways to cars and let people bike, walk, talk, exercise, picnic, sunbathe, I could go on and on. Just watch the video, it's amazing.

Portland’s Sunday Parkways

Despite a very dreary and damp first half of the day, Portland's first Ciclovia-style street closure, Sunday Parkways, was a smashing success with countless thousands of city residents participating. It was like a giant community block party with walkers, bikers, joggers, bladers, families, and pets filling the 6 mile course.

Los Angeles’ Eco-Village

Los Angeles' Eco-village offers a sustainable alternative to the dominant American lifestyle of over consumption and mis-use of natural resources.

Ciclovía (en español)

¿Cómo se puede hacer que miles y miles de personas en una ciudad participen en actividad física a la misma vez?

Ciclovia (Express Version)

Since many cities around the world are now flirting with the idea of doing their own Ciclovia-style street closures, we have been asked by a few individuals and advocates for a shorter version of our Ciclovia film. Here it is.

My NYC Biking Story: Marcus Woollen

Marcus Woollen is a prime example of what bicycling can do for your mind, body and spirit. Fifteen months ago, after being declared obese by his doctors, he decided he needed to get healthy and find a way to fit exercise into his busy schedule. So he tried bike commuting from Jackson Heights, Queens to [...]

Portland, Ore. – Older Adults Bike Program

Seniors in Portland ride three-wheeled trikes thanks to a program by the Portland Office of Transportation (PDOT).

Summer Streets PSA

30 second promo airing on television for this year's Summer Streets!

Tour de Brooklyn 2006

Highlights from the 2006 Transportation Alternatives' Tour de Brooklyn.

Portland, Ore. – Safe Routes to School

This Portland institution emphasizes using non-motorized means to get to school.