Updates from Aston Bicycle Users Group http://www1.aston.ac.uk/astbug.rss Dogpool lane bridge now demolished and temporary footbridge in use - more at http://sellyparksouth.org.uk/ I have copies of a leaflet being handed out in Cannon Hill park today about lines and shared signage for cycleroute if anyone needs a copy. AstBUG will be represented at evidence gathering session for the City Council Action Planning for Urban Mobility Inquiry (Cycling & Canals) taking place this Friday (9th Hopefully we will have a Wordpress blog soon...! http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=543 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 12:02:27 GMT 20121107120227 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 12:02:27 GMT 20121107120227 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 12:02:27 GMT 2012110712120227 Dogpool La. road closure and dates to demolish the existing bridge are still on course for the 22nd October. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=517 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 20:13:28 GMT 20120924201328 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 20:13:28 GMT 20120924201328 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 20:13:28 GMT 201209242081328 At midday on 28 September Cycle Chain's new floating cycle shop will be pulled into Cambrian Wharf by members of West Midlands Police Rugby team, the National Champions. Housed on a former cargo longboat named Carina, Cycle Chain will repair, sell and hire refurbished bicycles from its city centre canalside mooring at Cambrian Wharf situated just East of the NIA, behind the Birmingham Rep Theatre. The vessel has been provided at nominal cost by Canal and River Trust (formerly British Waterways) whilst Centro have financed Carina's restoration. Cycle Chain, a social enterprise began refurbishing donated and unclaimed bikes in 2002; founder, former amateur racing cyclist and lecturer, John Shaw explained: “I was working with and training cycle mechanics who were partially sighted; it became obvious that there is a great potential in using bike restoration as a medium for teaching people with various disabilities, not just fixing bikes but learning important skills of communication, teamwork, dealing with customers, and applying themselves to something with a positive end product for which there is endless demand.” “Now we are setting up our own floating shop we will continue restoring and selling bikes, with our mechanic trainer and trainees from a local college.” “We will be offering 'park and service' deals for cycling commuters who need a repair, and cycle hire. The canalsides are an interesting environment to explore and we will progress to leading bike trails and guided groups." JOHN SHAW, Director, john@cyclechain.org PHIL BEARDMORE, Business Planning: phil.beardmore@cyclechain.org http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=507 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 12:09:30 GMT 20120918120930 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 12:09:30 GMT 20120918120930 Tue, 18 Sep 2012 12:09:30 GMT 2012091812120930 New Cycling and Walking Map In September the City Council is due to launch a brand new Cycling and Walking Map for Birmingham. Switching from the current A to Z map base to OS, the new map will give much greater flexibility for the planning and promotion of cycling and walking routes. The new Cycling and Walking Map will feature the Bike Birmingham branding and contain new and up to date cycling information. By moving to an OS base the Smarter Choices Team will be able to provide companies with a bespoke Cycling and Walking Map to their location. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=501 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:34:10 GMT 20120906143410 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:34:10 GMT 20120906143410 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:34:10 GMT 201209061423410 Together with Sustrans, the sustainable transport charity, Estates and Capital Development team have organised an 'Active Travel' training session opened to both staff and students. The session “Overcoming obstacles and communicating the benefits of active travel” will teach you how to give a talk, run an information stand, and create a display. Taking part in this session you will become an 'Active Travel Champion' and can volunteer at Sustrans events, as well as working with other volunteers here at Aston. The training will take place on Tuesday 9 October from 6pm – 8.30pm in room MB 186. If you are interested please contact Victoria Johnsen. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=500 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:02:19 GMT 20120906140219 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:02:19 GMT 20120906140219 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 14:02:19 GMT 201209061420219 Dear all, Hope you managed to get some fair weather cycling in over the summer. The AstBUG changing facilities now have repaired showers, and we are planning to double the number of lockers by replacing some of the larger ones with half height alternatives. If you have any items(or locks) in the lockers please remove them this week so we can swap them ASAP. The next bike sale and green travel event will be on Tuesday 25th September from 14:30 in G8. We will also be updating the loan cycle form and reporting. Please check the AstBUG blog for more details and follow-up comments. Tim PS. Rea route still has detour at DogPool Lane, and roadwork hazards on the cyclepath before Gooch St. crossing. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=498 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:56:33 GMT 20120903155633 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:56:33 GMT 20120903155633 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 15:56:33 GMT 201209031535633 Information about the Dogpool La. bridge replacement, construction compound, temporary footbridge and recent flooding can be found at the Selly Park Neighbourhood Forum website. In the meanwhile please be aware of sewage cleanup on the playing fields. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=447 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 19:01:45 GMT 20120701190145 Sun, 01 Jul 2012 19:01:45 GMT 20120701190145 Mon, 09 Jul 2012 11:50:49 GMT 2012070911115049 http://www.bbc.co.uk/travelnews/birmingham/ and congestion A38 Bristol Road etc. http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/34681.aspx?area=033FWF3REA006&page=1&type=Region&term=Midlands http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=445 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:02:00 GMT 20120628150200 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:02:00 GMT 20120628150200 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:04:05 GMT 201206281530405 I've added links to Birmingham City Council Be Active, Bike North Birmingham and other council projects to our Useful links page. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=443 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:34:47 GMT 20120628113447 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:34:47 GMT 20120628113447 Thu, 28 Jun 2012 11:34:47 GMT 2012062811113447 The City Council have posted closure notices for Cannon Hill Park, including Rea Valley Cycling & Walking route (Sustrans N5) for Sat. 30th June. Access will by advance ticket only for the Olympic Tourch events. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=442 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:29:30 GMT 20120626102930 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:29:30 GMT 20120626102930 Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:29:30 GMT 2012062610102930 Today is the last day of Bike Week and we've got Cycle Chain here selling their bargain second hand bikes so come down to Main Reception and have a look. We've also still got free cyclist breakfasts on offer, you can sign up to our bike group and we've got plenty of maps and information to help you get out and about on your bike! http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=440 Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:29:58 GMT 20120622102958 Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:29:58 GMT 20120622102958 Fri, 22 Jun 2012 10:29:58 GMT 2012062210102958 The Bike Sale has been rescheduled from Tuesday to FRIDAY of Bike Week.Cycle Chain will be bringing refurbished bikes for sale on Friday 22nd June ONLY. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=437 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:24:46 GMT 20120614112446 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:24:46 GMT 20120614112446 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:24:46 GMT 2012061411112446 Anyone is welcome to join me on Rea Valley route Monday to Friday of Bike Week.Meet at Cartland Road(toucan crossing, B30) 07:50, MAC Cannon Hill(B12) 08:00 for gentle ride to Aston(B4 7ET), and Cyclists Breakfast 08:30Tim http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=436 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:23:42 GMT 20120613152342 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:23:42 GMT 20120613152342 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:23:42 GMT 201206131532342 Bike Week 2012 http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=435 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 15:50:18 GMT 20120612155018 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 15:50:18 GMT 20120612155018 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 16:37:56 GMT 201206121643756 We now have three bikes(hybrid, with rack & tools) on campus available for staff and students to borrow for short-term use at any time. To sign-up, simply complete the short form and take to security in the main building; then you are free to sign the bikes out - no need to book! http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=427 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:19:34 GMT 20120601151934 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:19:34 GMT 20120601151934 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 16:02:26 GMT 201206131640226 Free BeActive activities for LeisureCard holders including 1-1 cycle training, rides and workshops. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=426 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:19:15 GMT 20120601151915 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:19:15 GMT 20120601151915 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:32:01 GMT 201206131533201 Work is progressing on EastSide City Park, and work began in August 2011 and is due to be completed by December 2012. The signed cycle route from Meriden St. is blocked by development works and BCC cycling officer is trying to get some new signage via the top of Fazeley St. to the Jennens Road Toucan crossing.The Curzon St. pathway will also be closed until 30th May. Boots/Carrs Lane: New contra flow planned from Old Square on left hand side - 'mid-August 2012'. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=425 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:18:42 GMT 20120601151842 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:18:42 GMT 20120601151842 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 14:01:40 GMT 201206151420140 The next section of the North Birmingham Connect2 cycling and walking route alongside Plants Brook, between Penns Lane and the Eachelhurst Road, is now open. It includes a link into Pype Hayes Park and a signed route to the Birmingham and Fazeley canal and Castle Vale. For more information on walking and cycling routes, visit http://www.connect2birmingham.org/ http://blog.connect2birmingham.org/ http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=424 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:18:11 GMT 20120601151811 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:18:11 GMT 20120601151811 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:18:11 GMT 201206011531811 A number of members have started a sub-group and have been getting together for regular off road rides. There is also an Aston Running Group. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=423 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:51 GMT 20120601151751 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:51 GMT 20120601151751 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:51 GMT 201206011531751 There are now facilities available for members to use on the lower ground floor of the Main Building. For more info see the October 2010 Update, or contact Tim. There are also have a few tools and pumps available. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=422 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:30 GMT 20120601151730 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:30 GMT 20120601151730 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 16:01:40 GMT 201206131640140 All the cycle shelters are fully operational, including two more by car park 6, however there is still overcrowding in SW and Guild shelters. Please park responsibly inside the shelters and without blocking access to the stairs or railings. The Green Aston map is available which includes the locations of all the shelters. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=421 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:06 GMT 20120601151706 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:06 GMT 20120601151706 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:17:06 GMT 201206011531706 These are still available on special offer for AstBUG members from security, just go along with your staff / student ID card to purchase one. Our security team recommend these for use on campus to avoid theft. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=420 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:16:44 GMT 20120601151644 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:16:44 GMT 20120601151644 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:33:47 GMT 201206131533347 Find out more about The Times Cities fit for cycling campaign 2012. http://www1.aston.ac.uk/about/directions/ast-bug/blog/?blogpost=419 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:16:11 GMT 20120601151611 Fri, 01 Jun 2012 15:16:11 GMT 20120601151611 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 15:32:50 GMT 201206131533250