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08-23-10 | 08:44 AM

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From: Rochester, NY

Bikes: 1996 Litespeed Classic, 2006 Trek Portland, 2013 Ribble Winter/Audax, 2016 Giant Talon 4

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Originally Posted by DnvrFox

It can also start with supporting and being involved in advocacy groups - how many of you pay dues to an advocacy organizarion, or participate in some way?

I'm an active participant in these groups:

Rochester Bicycling Club -- I'm a member of the club's Road and Trails Advocacy committee and work with the state, county and local DOTs to implement cycling facilities. I'm delighted that the state DOT comes to us asking for our input.
Rochester Cycling Alliance -- A new group that's trying to cover all the bases--general cycling promotion, working with the city and county governments on a cycling master plan, and working with the DOTs.

I'm a dues-paying member of these groups:

New York Bicycling Coalition -- Advocacy at the state legislative level.
Bicycle Colorado -- Yeah, I live out of state, but nice facilities when I vacation there are worth chipping in towards.
League of American Bicyclists -- Advocacy at the federal legislative level. Our own Special Interest Group and lobbyists.
Adventure Cycling Association -- Their advocacy wing is more at the DOT level. I like good roads and support the United States Bicycle Route System

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