A bike lane is a segment of the road that is marked by signs and stripes for the favourable or exclusive use by cyclists. Bike lanes help bicyclists to ride at their desired speed without intrusion from other road users while facilitating predictability of movement...
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Bicycle Associations.
Bicycle associations around the world are only too ready to brag about the benefits and enjoyment that cycling can deliver. So what exactly makes cycling worth your while? It's simply the number of positive benefits it can bring you. It's good for the environment with...
Guide to getting the best bike insurance for you.
If you're a keen cyclist, you'll agree that there's nothing quite like hitting the roads or trails and powering your way around your favourite places. You know every turn, bump, and when you can really let loose. It's exhilarating. But what happens if something goes...
Guide to spend the best day cycling around Barcelona.
With plans to increase the current network by a staggering 165%, Barcelona may soon boast over 300km of cycle routes on which to explore the city by bike. Combine this with the city's fantastic weather and there has never been a better time to explore a city on two...
5 simple rules for group ride safely.
Cycling doesn’t have to be about riding on your own. Being able to ride in a group can be fun and offer you many benefits. If done the right way, group cycling can raise your fitness levels and make riding a lot more enjoyable. It doesn’t matter if you’re an excellent...
3 basic cycling rules reminder for newbies and experts.
It is always important for road users to observe the traffic rules whether they are pedestrians, drivers or cyclists. The rules, combined with common sense and discipline, ensure safety and organised movements on the road for all the users. The focus here is on...
ZICLA joins the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition.
ZICLA has recently joined the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. As part of its social responsibility commitment, Zicla gives support to organizations which promote transformation of cities’ streets and neighborhoods into more livable and safe places by promoting the...
The City of Houston adopts a new Bike Plan.
The Houston Bike Plan was adopted by City Council on March 22nd, 2017. The City is in the process of identifying next steps to prioritize and implement the recommendations of the Plan (Houston Bikeways Program). By 2027, it is expected that the City of Houston will be...
ZICLA official sponsor of Zaragoza City of Bikes.
From the 27th to the 30th of April, Zaragoza will literally become the city of Bikes as the 1st International Forum "Zaragoza es Bici" will be held. Simultaneously, the XIV Iberian Congress "The Bicycle and the City" and the II Urban Festival "...
Barcelona incorporates 5 new bike lanes.
Barcelona has increased by more than 21% the kilometers of bike lanes in the city. Although it is expected to triple the existing 116 kilometers to make it one of the most sustainable transport cities. All these actions are comprised in the Urban Mobility Pact (PMU)...