Category Dallas
DART d-Link to the Rescue!
Last week the d-Link saved my butt. One evening, on my commute home, thanks to the pot-holes up and down Elm Street, from Deep Ellum to downtown, I broke a spoke. I faced a 2-3 mile walk home, through downtown, over the Trinity, by way of the Jefferson Blvd Bridge. Luckily, I remembered the d-Link […]
No Better Way to Start the Day!
Sometimes we all need a little extra motivation to get out of bed in the morning and take ourselves to work. For me, I find the little push I need on two wheels. I didn’t always commute to work on a bicycle, so I know it can be intimidating and takes preparation. A good step […]
Downtown Dallas Inc Says They’re Working on a Bike Share Plan
Just received this interesting nugget about Downtown Dallas Inc working on a bike share plan with the city of Dallas. The recent appearance of a private bike-sharing stand in the Dallas Arts District leads us to wonder just how far off public bike sharing might be for the city of Dallas at large. According to […]
‘ello Guvnor! Details on the Dallas 2014 Tweed Ride
‘Ello Guvnor! BFOC is getting all dolled up once again for the 2014 Dallas Tweed Ride on Sunday, November 23rd. Once again we’ll meet at the Grassy Knoll in downtown Dallas at 1:30PM, ride through downtown, inside of Dallas Heritage Village, across the Houston bridge (if it’s completed), through Bishop Arts, and on to the Turner House in North […]
Dallas Tweed Ride | November 23, 2014 1:30 PM
Dressing in tweed this time of year in Dallas just feels right, so that’s why BFOC presents the annual Dallas Tweed Ride on November 23, 2014 at 1:30 pm. We will ride from the infamous Grassy Knoll, staging from behind the white fence and take a nice, leisurely ride around downtown, ending in Oak Cliff […]
Alamo Drafthouse Dallas: Free Outdoor Screening of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, November 8th, 4:00 PM
Who doesn’t like more opportunities to ride and catch an 80s classic movie for free? The future Alamo Drafthouse Dallas will be hosting a ground-breaking for the masses with a FREE showing of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off with gates opening at 5:00 PM. BFOC will lead a group ride to South Lamar St. in the […]
November Elections could make it easier to be Bike Friendly!
While the Governor’s race is dominating the election news in Texas, there are significant Propositions that could impact both State and Dallas County transportation and governance issues. The sample ballot reveals a Proposed Constitutional Amendment called Proposition 1: “The constitutional amendment providing for the use and dedication of certain money transferred to the state highway fund to […]
Cyclesomatic | Spooky Cross, November 1st & 2nd, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Spooky Cross fun returns November 1 & 2! Not only is this one of the best cyclocross races in the state, it’s also a great time for family, non racers, bike enthusiasts, kids, and anyone with a pulse. Saturday November 1st we’ll be at Rosemont Elementary from 10-4pm. This will be a special day for […]
Cyclesomatic | Kiddical Mass Ride, November 1st, 9:00 AM
Join us for a fun, family-friendly bike ride over to the Spooky-Cross races at Rosemont Elementary. We will meet at 9:00 a.m. at Davis St. Espresso, 819 W. Davis St. We’ll hang out for a while in the back by the Magic Bus, enjoy some coffee, make sure everyone’s bikes are ready to roll and […]
Cyclesomatic | Boo-Bike-Que, October 29th, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
OCBC’s annual Halloween mountain bike ride is a fun, social outing for anyone interested in gettin’ some dirt and having fun! This is a potluck event so bring your favorite dish. Helmets are mandatory! Bring lights if you would like to night ride. Here are the details: Location: Boulder Park Time: 6:00 PM – […]
Bike Friendly Oak Cliff 