A year ago today I received the first shipment of the original Bicyclist’s Accident Report cards. Since then, over 10,000 of the Massachusetts version* have been printed and distributed throughout the state.
Three weeks ago, I realized that I was down to my last few boxes. Time for a refresh.
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It’s all designed and ready to go, we’re just looking for a sponsor/distributor. I recently thought we had one in Austin, but he hasn’t gotten back to me. Send me an email if you’re interested in making it happen*.
*This goes for all Texans, not just the one who asked this question.
I’m proud to announce that we’ve formed a partnership with the fine folks at Planet Bike to help bring the Bicyclist’s Accident Report to bikers in every state!
9/15/12 UPDATE: New locations are being added every day, let me know if I need to update the list.
It’s taken a little while, but the Bicyclist’s Accident Report has finally come to Portlandia, thanks to my pals at The Sprocket Podcast!
Loosely focused on bikes, booze, and alternative transportation, the show makes its way into an assortment of other topics as its hosts discuss “simplifying the good life” with their various guests.
I first met Brock back in January, when he was in Boston visiting his in-laws. We had a great time, and since then I’ve been enjoying his show every week.
That’s why, when I finally got around to looking for a sponsor for the Oregon card, The Sprocket Podcast was my first thought. Seriously, if you like bikes and podcasts, do yourself a favor and check them out.
So far, they’re available at the following locations:
Brock and Brandon have been doing their best to get them distributed all over town, but they’re not everywhere just yet. If you want a bunch to give out at your event, or you’d like to see them at your local bike shop, book store, or cafe, let the boys know in an email or on twitter, and they’ll hook it up.
Go get one for yourself, and may you never have to use it!
Yours,
Josh
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Hey Kristen,
You’re welcome! We actually have a Michigan card all designed and ready to go. Our sponsor committed, we uploaded the files to the printer, but it’s been a while and I haven’t heard from him. I think it’s safe to say that he’s no longer interested. Send me an email and we’ll figure out how to get this thing made!
Yours,
Josh
It’s official: The Florida Bicyclist’s Accident Report Card is complete. Isn’t she lovely?
Sponsoring the Sunshine State’s cards is Share the Road Apparel, a new company that promotes safe cycling with superior-quality biking jerseys and other gear.
Their message centers around Florida’s “3 foot passing rule” — a law that requires motorists to give cyclists a 3-foot safety buffer when passing in the same direction. This law makes being a biker on the road less scary, which, in turn, makes cycling more accessible for everyone.
STR’s mission is lot like ours, actually: if we can make cycling safer all-around with education and better legislation, more folks will ride. And as STR’s website points out, more bikes will result in “healthier neighbors, fewer cars on the road, and less impact on our environment.”
Juan Carlos Agosto, the founder and CEO of STR, was kind enough to give us an explanation of how Share the Road Apparel came to be:
I’m absolutely thrilled to show you this photo of Buffalo’s Bike Accident Report cards — printed courtesy of Green Options Buffalo.
Green Options Buffalo (or, GO-Buffalo) is a truly innovative organization that supports “healthy, environmentally sustainable, community friendly transportation” in and around Buffalo, NY. Take a look at their site, and you’ll see an impressive list of their initiatives and local events. They’re a real powerhouse for educating their community on pertinent legislation at the local and federal level, and for creating safe and eco-friendly ways to commute.
It’s here! It’s NYC Bike Accident Report Card is HERE.
It was generously, graciously and all-around awesomely printed by Article, an NYC-based art collective who — in addition to being bold advocates of safer cycling in NYC — have their inky fingers in a ton of creative projects. Click here to see what they’re currently working on.
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I’m not yet aware of what sort of bike laws there are in New Hampshire, however, I’d be happy to make a Granite State version of my cards. Check out the link in the sidebar on the left for how to make that happen.
I’m pleased to announce that the San Francisco version of the Bicyclist’s Accident Report card has been printed and is ready for its new home in your wallet! As you can see, these cards were printed by Huckleberry Bicycles, and they’re currently available in their lovely shop at 1073 Market Street, between 6th and 7th.
