Nashvillians, there is a bill in our state legislature seeking to ban bicycles on River Road in Nashville. If it passes, precedence will be set  for future bills banning bikes.

This is a terrible mistake! We need to let our state officials know that this is a bad bill that will hinder the growing bicycle community in Tennessee. Please take a few minutes to send an email and let your opinion be heard!

Bicycle Ban Gaining Momentum

A bill to ban bicycles on River Road in Davidson County (House Bill 0342 and Senate Bill 0276) is proceeding through the Tennessee Legislature. River Road is a typical state rural highway with light to moderate traffic and no paved shoulder. There have been no bicycle-car crashes on this road in the last 5 years. If a ban is successful, many such roads across the state would be likely candidates for a ban as well. All bicyclists are urged to contact their representatives and members of the House Rural Roads Subcommittee. Bicyclists are also encouraged to attend the subcommittee meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 24 at 1:30 in Room 31 of Legislative Plaza.
It is critical that everyone makes an effort to reach these representatives, regardless of where you live. We will keep you posted about future developments or you can visit the websites below.
Please contact Rep. Johnson, the subcommittee chair, at

rep.phillip.johnson@capitol.tn.gov

or call 741-7477.

The other subcommittee members are listed at

http://www.capitol.tn.gov/House/committees/sub-rr.html

To find your own representative, visit http://www.capitol.tn.gov/legislators/

You may also contact the bill’s sponsors:

Rep.  Gary Moore

rep.gary.moore@capitol.tn.gov

741-4317

Senator Joe Haynes

sen.joe.haynes@capitol.tn.gov

741-6679

Walk/Bike Nashville statement is as follows:

Walk/Bike Nashville strongly opposes any legislation that would ban bicycling from state and local roadways. Our roadways have historically been public corridors open to a variety of transportation modes that have changed throughout the years. Bicycling is becoming increasingly popular as a mode of transportation and as a means of healthy recreation. Bicyclists are legal users of the roadway in all 50 states, and Tennessee should not head down the path to become a state that is unfriendly to bicyclists while many states and cities are improving accommodations for bicyclists.

While we advocate for better road design that makes it easier for motorists and bicyclists to share the road, current law, including the recently-adopted 3 foot passing law, adequately addresses the safe use of our roadways by all users. We strongly oppose any attempt to ban legal and responsible bicycling on our highways for the benefit of a very small minority of motorists who are unwilling to obey the law and drive in a safe manner.

As spring approaches, a cyclist’s mind begins to brood. Near are warm days and long rides, long gone are the face masks and winter gear to get through your commute. Race season is around the corner, and early morning training rides become essential, making those extra holiday pounds get more noticeable. Many road riders must ask themselves the all encompassing question: to race or not to race?

We  understand the many issues that may weigh into your decision to participate in road racing. Joining any sport can be intimidating, not to mention expensive. But the joys of competition and comradery are immeasurable, and Nashville’s passionate race community are a welcoming bunch. Now, about those bikes…

Road race bikes are different from other road bikes, featuring superior engineering and materials specific to a racer’s needs. At Halcyon, we are happy to help you find the right race bike for you. We carry a select number of race ready bikes, used of course, helping you save some hard earned money.

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Or, maybe you are a seasoned racer, and are looking to upgrade your bike this season. If you would like to sell your old race bike on consignment, Halcyon Bike would love to help you out. Drop by the shop, bring your bike, and we will set you up.

Happy riding!

Some pictures of our most recent restorations at Halcyon Bike. Please email us or come down to the shop for more information on each bike!

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