Author Archives: Jennifer Smart

About Jennifer Smart

I'm a Ukiah native but new to bicycling and walking advocacy. I started using the bicycle for commute and local errands in the Spring of 2008. Doing this, I've felt much more connected to my community. During 2009, I hiked over 2,400 miles of the Pacific Crest Trail. The pace of walking allows you to interact with your surroundings. I organize the Ukiah First Friday Community Bike Ride for Walk & Bike Mendocino. Come out and join in the fun!

The Mountain Spirit

Posted on March 20, 2011 by Jennifer Smart

I know that the weather is a major determining factor for many when riding a bicycle. Maybe you peer outside, see the hint of rain clouds, and start battling your bicycle riding spirit with indecision. Or maybe when the sky … Continue reading →

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In Davis’ Platinum City Even the Munchkins Ride Bikes

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Jennifer Smart

What an inspiration! Making safe and comfortable riding spaces is the key to growing rider participation! Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this … Continue reading →

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1 Year Anniversary for the Ukiah First Friday Community Bike Ride

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Jennifer Smart

Anniversaries often provide a good opportunity for reflection. Over a year ago and with the help of Susann Carlo, the bicycle brainstorming began. We recognized that there was a real need to develop a bicycle community here in Ukiah. Ukiah … Continue reading →

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No Car In This Cargo

Posted on January 26, 2011 by Jennifer Smart

Why do I think my story is important? Because as a prospective Mendo 2 Mile Challenger you might be thinking, “but I can’t do my grocery shopping or take this load of stuff to Goodwill or take my kids to … Continue reading →

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People For Bikes: If I Ride

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Jennifer Smart

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Nerd Talk: Bicycle History

Posted on January 8, 2011 by Jennifer Smart

Few mechanical devices from the late nineteenth century have survived as part of modern daily life but the bicycle has maintained its popularity with only a few basic design changes. Riding a bicycle is a history lesson and the perfection … Continue reading →

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A World Revealed

Posted on November 6, 2010 by Jennifer Smart

We are creatures of habit and the habit for most to get from place to place is by car. This habit has us willingly getting into a metal box that creates a new and confined world around us. It’s a … Continue reading →

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The Physics of Bicycles and Stop Signs

Posted on October 12, 2010 by Jennifer Smart

With all the recent discussions about stopping vs. not stopping at stop signs, I decided to look into it in my own way. I certainly am a scientist at heart and a bit of a nerd, so I contemplated the physics … Continue reading →

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Pedal Empowered

Posted on September 5, 2010 by Jennifer Smart

I used to be that person that drove everywhere….but not anymore! On the Spring Equinox of 2008, I started doing my 20 mile commute between Arcata and Eureka by BIKE! This was about the time when gas was over $5 … Continue reading →

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