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The 20th Tour D’ Amico photo recap shows the fun many enjoyed on the 4th
In this photo recap, the Hiawatha Bicycling Club (HBC) celebrates the Tour D’ Amico (TDA) bike ride and picnic for the 20th year. A premier 4th of July bicycle celebration, it all began as a fun club gathering with a goal to bring old and new friends together to build membership and community ties. With…
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Benefiting the Bike Alliance, two rides creates a Minnesota doubleheader
If you haven’t finalized plans for your #NextBikeAdventure consider a Minnesota doubleheader with the Rock n’ Roll the Lakes this Saturday and Tour of Saints, on Sunday. Both day-of bike bicycle touring events benefit the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota and offer several route options to fit your style of riding.
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Last chance to experience track cycle racing in Minnesota, for a while
An exciting sport, this may be the last year for a while, to try or watch track cycle racing in Minnesota. Called “NASCAR on Two Wheels,” the velodrome racing program at the National Sports Center, in Blaine, MN is all about blazing speeds, gravity-defying turns and spectacular crashes making this one of the most awe-inspiring…
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A true north biking experience with family and friends in Roseau
If you have three or more days free and are looking for a true north biking experience in Minnesota, consider Roseau. A few miles from the Canadian border on a recent visit I found this area full of fun for off-road bicycling opportunities.
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Making your next group ride fun and safe with these tips
As you get your bike ready for summer, before heading out on a group ride, it is a good idea to brush up on your local traffic laws. Bicycles are given the same rights and requirements as cars in most municipalities. This becomes even more important as you ride in a group.
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A family-fun 4th of July bike tour opportunity with delicious food
If you are looking for some biking fun, and food on 4th of July join Hiawatha Bicycle Club on the Tour D’Amico this next week. It will be the 20th anniversary of Tour D’ Amico, with some new scenic routes, rest stop locations and a buffet lunch provided by D’Amicos and Son at the end.…
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A safety list for bike touring around the world
Bicycles are the top form of transit around the world and for good reason: they’re relatively inexpensive, they don’t pollute and help keep their users healthy. In this article, you will find a helpful tip for bike touring here in the states and abroad.
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Spend the early part of your 4th of July riding the Tour D’Amico bike ride
If you are in the Twin Cities over the 4th of July and want to ride, consider the Tour D’Amico bicycle ride. The Hiawatha Bicycling Club and D’Amico & Son’s Restaurants invites you to start your Independence Day celebration with this family friendly scenic bicycle tour through the south western suburbs.
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Coon Rapids parks, trails, and 4th of July celebrations
Get your bike ready for some pedaling in Coon Rapids, MN. With miles of bike-friendly roads and paved trails there’s plenty of parks, trails and summer events to visit including a 4th of July Celebration – to make a great bike adventure.
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Common cycling mistakes and the ways you can easily solve them
Common cycling mistakes are something we as humans can’t escape, but nobody is perfect. That said, consider taking a look below at some of the most common and damaging cycling mistakes made by both occasional and seasoned cyclists.
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