UMBUG Manchester

The Edinburgh Bicycle Cooperative have organised a series of free evening talks for cyclists at their shop starting next week...

http://umbug.manchester.ac.uk/free-evening-talks/

Free evening talks for cyclists | Free evening talks for cyclists The Edinburgh Bicycle Cooperative have organised a series of free evening talks for cyclists at their shop over the Summer. Each talk will last around 40 minutes followed by a Q&A and will include free refreshments. Advance booking is required. Tuesday 19 May, 7:30pm…

4 cycle repair stands have been installed on campus at University Place, Roscoe, Learning Commons & Manchester Meeting Place (north campus).

Copenhagen's piles of bicycles: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-29601069

Copenhagen's piles of bicycles The Danish capital is one of the best places in the world to be a cyclist but there is a downside - thousands of parked bicycles.

The new Chemistry Building bike shelter is now open. All those with cycle shelter access will automatically have access on their ID cards. We hope the new shelter will help to reduce the capacity issues on Brunswick Street.

Information on the development of the guided bus way...

Artist impression shows how Greater Manchester’s £68m guided busway will look TfGM has released the artist’s impression of Sale Lane in Tyldesley - one of seven pairs of stops on the 4.5-mile guided busway between Leigh and Ellenbrook.

Anyone on the Oxford Rd Corridor - reminded that its the ACE tomorrow. Free Breakfast!

Annual Cycle Event 2014 Give cycling a go - we're here to help!

TfGM are currently consulting on the design principles of the planned segregated cycle lanes along Oxford Road.

This will take place on Thursday 23rd January 1230pm – 130pm (+an extra 30mins for those that are able to stay on) in University Place.

In order to manage numbers I have set up an Eventbrite link – please join here if you wish to attend.

UMBUG Oxford Road Cycle Infrastructure Workshop with TfGM UMBUG Oxford Road Cycle Infrastructure Workshop with TfGM

Some of you may find this an interesting read...

Manchester Bike Theft Hotspots Revealed David Blake on the most likely city centre spots to have your bike pinched

The Projects team (volunteers trying to take your ideas forward) will now meet WEDS 11 SEPT, 12:30pm at MANCHESTER MUSEUM

Oxford Road Consultation - MEETING TfGM with UMBUG

As requested, a specific presentation on the Oxford Road plans by TfGM for UMBUG members, has been organised so that a full understanding can be gained prior to responding to the consultation.

This will take place on Tuesday 11th June at 1230pm in room 5.205 of University Place (5th floor) – apologies if you can not make this date but there were no other options between Andrew and TfGM.

Please spread the word so that we can get as many people there as possible.

Ride Leader Training

Free training for UoM (+MMU/CMFT/RNVM) staff who'd like to learn more about leading rides or Buddy leading.

Sat 20 Apr (all day)
OR
Weds 24 Apr &' Weds 1 Apr (2 evenings).

NB helmets are not mandatory

Transport for Greater Manchester | Better by cycle Transport for Greater Manchester | Better by cycle is using Eventbrite to organize 2 upcoming events. Check out Transport for Greater Manchester | Better by cycle's events, learn more, or contact this organizer.

Happy cyclists this morning - 57 is a great turnout!