Promo for sept 29 Critical Mass

Submitted by Aron Barnes on September 22, 2006 - 10:40pm.

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I will be riding and making a fool of myself, all in the hope of packing the streets on the 29th. From Monday Sept 25 until the ride I will be hitting the streets of London promoting the Mass ride on the 29th. I am planning on Yoga in Victoria park in the mornings and then food then handing out handbills to every person that I can physically get too. I would appreciate any help that I can get and would greatly welcome anyone who would like to come out with me on any day.

I am praying that this ride will be something that grabs the attention of the city and hopefully opens a window for some form of reform in the city. Cyclists deserve much more appreciation than we get. By riding our bikes we are making a stand. Clean air and healthy living seem right to me and I wish that cycling was seen as a way to promote both in this city.

As of right now I will be in Victoria park at 8 am for Yoga on Monday, and 8 am each day from there on rain or shine.

Peace

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can any one tape the news?

Submitted by Mike McGregor on September 29, 2006 - 1:40pm.

is there anyone who can tape the news tonight so that we can skip the "did any one tape this" thread tomorrow?

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Mike.

Open a book before you open your mouth. <-easy now, its just a signature.

taping

Submitted by Rachel Ayres on September 29, 2006 - 1:54pm.

Dan might be able to bring his VCR over and tape it at our house, we'll try for that.

-r.

Mitch might be able to meet us outside!

Submitted by Jennifer Robertson on September 29, 2006 - 12:08pm.

I spoke to the nurses at the hospital about this on tuesday, and again this afternoon. There is a chance that they can bring Mitch outside to see everyone when the Mass gets there!! He's really excited about it, I hope it works out. We just have to call when we leave the park to let them know approx. what time we'll be getting there. See you all tonight!

That's Great!

Submitted by Melissa Parrott on September 29, 2006 - 12:22pm.

I've been putting up posters on my bike path route and telling everyone I can about the ride.

I am really pumped to go tonight. Rain or Shine! See you all there!

Melissa http://www.melissaparrott.com

Bike Lights ( Critical Mass)

Submitted by Jay Dixon on September 27, 2006 - 7:27pm.

I have a few spare new white front bicycle headlights to help keep a few people on the road who may not have one.
I also grabbed some new C batteries to have them functional for Friday night.
Money is very tight for me right now.... so I may ask for a money donation- if the receipent can afford it. If not- I will just donate a few to those who really need one, but have no cash at all.
If some people could bring some spare C batteries- it will get a few more bicycle lights ready to go.

Thank you

Submitted by Aron Barnes on September 28, 2006 - 6:53am.

Your help is most appreciated. Do you know if the law states that riders require both front and rear lights?

Peace

Bicycle Lighting

Submitted by Jay Dixon on September 28, 2006 - 7:31am.

The Ontario Highway Traffic Act specifies all vehicle laws, including bicycles.=========
http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling/cyclingskills.htm ============
"HTA 62 - Lights - a bike must have a white front light and a red rear light or reflector if you ride between 1⁄2 hour before sunset and 1⁄2 hour after sunrise."

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I recommend MORE than that for lighting. The reason for the emphasis on the white front lights is that approximately 80% of ALL collisions occur to the front and front quarters of all vehicles, including bicycles.
Most people are afraid of being hit from behind, but statistically- you most prepare for the FRONT.
Some white front headlights and C batteries will be brought by me.

~~~~~~~~~~~Live the life you love
Love the life you live!

Cold, wet and dark Critical Mass!

Submitted by Jay Dixon on September 29, 2006 - 6:09am.

It looks like it is going to be cold wet and dark for Critical Mass tonight. Temperatures should be about 7-9 Celcius and bands of rain come throughout the late day and evening. Any signs should be protected by clear bags or other rain preparations. Dress like you want to ride- no matter what! ------------
I found a nice pile of new white front headlights, but could use some extra C batteries to equip those without lights. I will also grab some bicycle safety pamphlets too!
---------------------------------- I have also obtained a handmade paper mini-book, so that people at Critical Mass could write in comments for Mitch and a visitor can pass it on to him.

~~~~~~~~~~~~Live the life you love
~Love the life you live!

Sept 27 Night Core Blitz

Submitted by Aron Barnes on September 27, 2006 - 1:01pm.

Jeff and I will be hitting the core tonight. We are meeting at the Alex P around 930 10. We plan to poster all of the bike racks in the core and would welcome any help.

I think that every Bike shop in town has posters now. If you know of a shop that is sans poster please post it and I will get one to them.

Thanks for the help. This ride will be great.

Peace

Steve and I will try to

Submitted by R Ellis on September 27, 2006 - 5:12pm.

Steve and I will try to poster Wortley Village tomorrow night which I know is late but better late than never right??

UWO?

Submitted by Mike McGregor on September 27, 2006 - 5:26pm.

Has any one done the many bikes resting in bike racks at UWO and its residances?

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Mike.

Open a book before you open your mouth. <-easy now, its just a signature.

So far

Submitted by Aron Barnes on September 25, 2006 - 2:05pm.

Two Wheels and Cyclepath have posters. Racer Sportif did not want one. City hall, the mayor, councilors and controls all have posters and handbills. First cycle works will get a poster tomorrow, not open today. I would like to get handbills to MPs and MPPs but didn't think about it earlier.

Handbills are littering the core but there is room for more. I have lots of handbills if anyone needs any please contact me.

First Cycleworks ( Martin)

Submitted by Jay Dixon on September 25, 2006 - 3:48pm.

Martin Hammond at First Cycleworks said he is definitely open to having a Critical Mass poster. Please make sure you do get there. He used to distribute bike event promotion stuff there before when I made the posters for CM.
When I told him about what happened to Mitch- he was really touched, even though he did not ever meet him.
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Live the life you love--------
Love the life you live!

A recommendation

Submitted by Toban B on September 23, 2006 - 2:12pm.

Try to focus on getting posters to bicyclists
-- or at least to (on) their bikes.

I dropped off posters at a

Submitted by Rachel Ayres on September 23, 2006 - 3:22pm.

I dropped off posters at a few other bike stores around town today
(bike stores are generally a hub for local cyclists, a very good way to get the word out quick) and also at the library downtown.

Jeff: I work wed at three but would be interested in going before hand if you'd like. let me know.

-r.

Wednesday night poster fest

Submitted by Jeff P. on September 23, 2006 - 12:15pm.

Would you be interested in gathering wednesday night at say... 10pm to poster all over the core area. any suggested meeting spots?

Jeff

posters

Submitted by Rachel Ayres on September 23, 2006 - 11:27am.

I have dropped off a poster at my bike store and will be postering around downtown as much as possible, as well as 'word-of-mouthing' ing it as much as possible.

I know it is possible to get a ton of riders out to this event, I'm sure we can do it!
-r.