Trenton Cycling Revolution Tour of Trenton "Holy Rollin"
On Sunday July 9th, 2017 nine riders of various levels met in Downtown Trenton NJ at Mill Hill Park to start the planning process for the 2017 version of the Bike Tour of Trenton presented by the Trenton Cycling Revolution.
Trenton Cycling Revolution - TCR is a Biking advocacy organization with over 2 decades of service to New Jersey's Capital City. As per the website the mission and goals are described as;
Trenton Cycling Revolution - TCR is a Biking advocacy organization with over 2 decades of service to New Jersey's Capital City. As per the website the mission and goals are described as;
"To create a safe and healthy environment
for bicyclists in Greater Trenton
through education, engagement,
advocacy and promotion."
for bicyclists in Greater Trenton
through education, engagement,
advocacy and promotion."
- Increase the number of people using bicycles as transportation.
- Create a safe environment for bicyclists.
- Provide security for bicycles.
- Improve the quality of the environment.
- Increase linkages between bicyclists, pedestrians and users of public transportation.
- Improve the health of individuals and families by providing opportunities for recreation.
- Provide opportunities for education and advocacy.
- Create a Master Plan for Bicycling.
- Pass a Complete Streets policy in Trenton.
2017 will mark the 21st ride presented by "TCR" which was founded by Lisa Kasabach. Chair Wills Kinsley is once again leading the ride themed "Holy Rollin" which will take participants throughout the 4 Wards of Trenton visiting some of the active Faith Centers and historic buildings.
This years ride will be a bit longer than previous rides with early estimates at 18-20 miles in length with a tentative date of early October.
Have a listen to some audio from previous TCR interviews on the Trenton 365 Show.
Have a look at some images from our scouting ride which included visits to several faith centers, coffee at Trenton Coffeehouse and Roaster and fruit break at St. Josephs.