Cycling
Safety
E-Bike Safety Information
Most electric bicycles, commonly known as e-bikes, rely on lithium-ion batteries. These batteries are also used in vehicles, cell phones, laptops, and power tools; however,...
September 5, 2023
Safety
Sharing the Road-Safe Mobility for Life
Cycling is an increasingly popular sport in The Villages and maintains mobility while aging. Sharing the road with cyclists can be challenging for drivers and...
August 29, 2023
Safety Programs
Be Seen, Be Safe
Believing in the importance of safety, Community Watch Patrol Drivers continue to educate all residents of The Villages on how visibility is primary in keeping...
August 29, 2023
Bicycle Friendly Advisory Council (BFAC)
Useful Links for Bicycling in The Villages
Experience the joy of cycling, build lasting friendships, and explore new adventures with Bicycle Clubs. Join a community of passionate riders, discover scenic routes, and...
June 1, 2023
Bicycle Friendly Advisory Council (BFAC)
Highway Code Changes Largely Focused on Ensuring the Safety of Cyclists and Pedestrians
The recent Highway Code changes are largely focused on ensuring the safety of cyclists and pedestrians. However, there is a growing concern that drivers are...
February 22, 2023
Bicycle Friendly Advisory Council (BFAC)
Bike Friendly Community Corner - November 2022
Bike Friendly Community Corner BRINGING HOLIDAY CHEER TO THOSE IN NEED The three Villages bike clubs continue to coordinate and support the Sumter County Sheriff’s...
November 2, 2022
Bicycle Friendly Advisory Council (BFAC)
Stayin' Alive - Bicycle Quiz
Bike Friendly Community Corner “Stayin’ Alive” Try this little quiz about bicycle and traffic knowledge that can keep you “Stayin’ Alive”. Whether you are...
June 1, 2022
Bicycle Friendly Advisory Council (BFAC)
Bicycle Safety - April 2022
Bike Friendly Community Corner by Bike Friendly Advocacy Committee (BFAC) “More About Safety…Again!” People tell us we should publish some articles about safety and maybe...
April 7, 2022
Bicycle Friendly Advisory Council (BFAC)
Bike Friendly Community Corner - March 2022
Bike Friendly Community Corner Tandem Riders Are Closer Over our thirty-eight years of happy marriage, we have each bicycled an average of 7,500 miles per...
March 2, 2022
Bicycle Friendly Advisory Council (BFAC)
Using A Bike Mounted Camera for Safety
Bike Friendly Community Corner Using a Bike Mounted Camera for Safety while Riding The Bicycle Friendly Advocacy Council (BFAC) is a group of officers from...
February 2, 2022