By Steve Rivera Typically, I ask cyclists or outdoor types to write the blog for Tuesday’s tips or personal observations. Over the weekend, I decided to do my own unscientific investigation. What I found was refreshing: cyclists are out and…
One of the many things El Tour de Tucson has done through the years is include a high-quality and diverse group of cyclists. Diversity continues to be a top priority. For El Tour, it is all about inclusion and will…
Karen Murray Boston knows where she will be the week before Thanksgiving. Or at least hopes to be – Southern Arizona, visiting friends, family and riding in El Tour de Tucson. Karen was the winner of our El Tour Facebook…
For Michael Set, the El Tour de Tucson is a memorable event for more reasons than one. Not only does it allow him to get out and do something he loves – cycle – but it also helps honor a…
Every day is Earth Day for Ty Fine. It doesn’t always have to be April 22 on a wonderful day in Tucson. He’s pretty much always on his bike enjoying the Tucson weather. On Wednesday – mid-morning – Fine was…
Michael Dunn was so eager to register for the Banner – University Medicine 38th El Tour de Tucson he was in and registered five minutes after it was open. “I’m pretty excited about it,” said Dunn, a Phoenician, who will…
All Bobby Verenna had to say about El Tour de Tucson’s unveiling of its new look and feel for 2020 was this to be convinced: “Great new route this year! This is a world class event.” He had us at…
We love those in the bicycling business. It’s what we are all about – seeing cyclists on the roads and on the trails. It’s a reason we think highly of BICAS, one the great organizations we endorse and promote. Did…
Ben Chandler owner of Ben’s Bikes sees some encouraging signs when it comes to bicycling in Tucson. He’s seeing people outside riding and exercising, given it’s still on the list of “essential activities” in Arizona. Because of it, he’s hiring…
This all started with a simple note on Facebook when Bob Beane posted a short but cool note to say how El Tour de Tucson was essential to him getting healthy, happy and on a bike consistently. The note came…