The links listed below are carried over from the old AABTS website, and as such they need updating. You are asked to submit suggestions for improvement. Send suggestions to jrodgers@umich.edu

(Updated 07/14/2024)

Ann Arbor area

Electric Biking in Ann Arbor: An Updated 2024 City Guide

Washtenaw Bike Alliance: http://www.bikewashtenaw.org/

Ann Arbor Triathlon Club: http://www.aatriclub.org/news/index.phpThe Ann Arbor Triathlon Club is here to promote the sport of triathlon - that means swimming, biking and running. We aim to help out established and aspiring triathletes with training events and social activities that encourage a healthy lifestyle.

getDowntown: http://www.getdowntown.org/The getDowntown Program provides commuting programs and services to employees and employers in downtown Ann Arbor. Programs and services include the go!pass, Commuter Challenge, bike locker rentals, Zipcars, free commuting assistance, commuting materials, and more!

Washtenaw Bicycling and Walking Coalition: http://www.wbwc.org/The Washtenaw Bicycling and Walking Coalition is dedicated to increasing the quality and quantity of bicycling and walking opportunities in Washtenaw County, Michigan through advocacy and education. It is comprised of local bicycle and pedestrian clubs and organizations, as well as individual cyclists and walkers.

Ypsilanti Bicycling Coalition: http://bike.ypsi.org/Bike Ypsi started in the summer of 2007 as an organization to advocate for Ypsilanti cyclists, promote awareness of cycling in Ypsi, and address issues important to cyclists. We organize weekly Sunday rides, monthly summer Saturday rides for beginning cyclists & families, Friday bike-to-work rides, a Fall ride every 2nd Sunday in October, and the Bike Ypsi Spring Ride and Festival every 2nd Sunday in May. Visit our website for more information.

Washtenaw Ski Touring Club: http://www.wstcski.org/

 

 

Michigan state

 

Michigan Mountain Biking Association:http://www.mmba.org/The mission of the MMBA is to promoteresponsible mountain bikingand to work toward the goals of common land access and natural resource protection through interaction with policy makers, the cycling industry, race promoters, mountain bikers and other trail users.

Midwest Cycling Group: The Midwest Cycling Group, also know as MCG, is an organization dedicated to providing premier bicycle road racing event and team management services.http://www.midwestcyclinggroup.com/index.php

Tailwind Enterprises(racing promotion):http://www.tailwind.net/

 

 

National organizations

 

League of American Bicyclists:This isthe U.S.national bicyclingorganization, based in Washington, D.C.,which sanctions and promotes Road 1 bicycle courses. AABTS memberswho are instructors are certified through the LAB as LCI League Cycling Instructors.
http://www.bikeleague.org/

 

 

Cycling-related publications

 

Bicycle Sherpa
http://www.bicyclesherpa.com
A bicycle resource directory featuring current lists of organizations, races, clubs, bikes, parts, accessories and apparel.

VeloNews.com
http://www.velonews.com/

Cyclingnews.com
http://www.cyclingnews.com/

 

 

Bicycle maintenance and safety

Sheldon Brown's Sheldon Brown Bicycle Technical Info: WHO is Sheldon Brown? The man of a thousand names ... wearer of the Eagle Helmet ... the world's "other" Foremost Authority, the veritableProfessor Irwin Corey of bicycle maintenance. With one difference: Sheldon Brown you can TRUST with the straight dope on how to DIY yer rig. WARNING: URL is highly addictive. Must be accompanied by a child under age 10 to view.

http://sheldonbrown.com/

From Training Wheels to Trails: A Guide To Introducing Kids to Bicycling

Rec. Bicycles Frequently Asked Questions:
http://www.faqs.org/faqs/bicycles-faq/

Weight Weenies - Road Frames:
http://weightweenies.starbike.com/listings/components.php?type=roadframes

Helmets - Frequently Asked Questions:
http://www.helmets.org/faq.htm
The Geeky Cyclist: Cycling Gear Recommendations (We help cyclists find the best cycling gears that suit their needs and budget.)
https://www.thegeekycyclist.com/

 

 

Non-profit organizations offering invitational fund-raising cycling events or tours

 

Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund, "Ride to Cure Diabetes": The Ride to Cure Diabetes is a unique and exciting way to fight diabetes. Participants choose from one of five Ride locations and bike for their choice of distance (usually between 30 and 100+ miles) to raise money for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF). https://www2.jdrf.org/site/SPageServer?pagename=ride_homepage

World Bicycle Relief: Simple, sustainable transportation is an essential element in disaster assistance and poverty relief. Bicycles help fulfill basic needs and empower individuals, their families, and their communities by providing increased access to healthcare, education and economic development. World Bicycle Relief provides access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles.http://www.worldbicyclerelief.org/

Colorado HeartCycle: The Colorado HeartCycle Association, Inc., is a non-profit Colorado corporation in its 30th year of providing bicycle tours. The club, originally formed as a cardiac research project, is organized and run by volunteers who enjoy the challenge and thrill of the sport and want to share their enthusiasm.http://www.heartcycle.org/