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In this issue:

• Winter Bicycling Workshops
  
  • How to bike safely and comfortably through the winter.
    
  • There is no charge for attending these events!
• 2008 Commuter Choice Awards Winners
  
  • Downtown Winners: Hennepin County, Carmichael Lynch & Ameriprise Financial
  • City Council to recognize winners on January 9!

Winter Bicycling Workshops!

How to bike safely and comfortably through the winter.

Commuter Connection & One on One Bicycle Studio are offering one-hour workshops on how to bike safely and comfortably through the winter.

Most winter commuters agree on the basics, such layering for warmth, protecting your extremities, riding with a good light and the importance of extra bike maintenance, but the challenge is in the details. Which layers? How much lighting? What is the best footwear? Do I need a special winter bike? The list goes on and the more extreme the conditions you intend to ride in, the more likely you will have widely differing views on the best method for dealing with those conditions.

Our goal is to get you started. We' ll talk about gear, clothing, riding in winter road conditions and emergencies. We' ll go through the basic philosophy, show how experienced riders deal with winter riding conditions and offer a variety of options for a safe and comfortable commute.

Session I
Tuesday, Dec. 16,
noon - 1 p.m.

Session II
Thursday, Dec. 18,
noon - 1 p.m.

Space is limited! RSVP online today!

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Commuter Choice Awards

Since 1990, the Commuter Choice Awards have recognized local companies, schools and individuals for their innovative ways in developing, implementing and supporting commuter transportation programs. These programs have helped improve the quality of life in the Twin Cities metro area by reducing pollution and congestion on roadways and making employees' daily commutes more enjoyable.

The Minneapolis City Council will recognize 2008 Commuter Choice Award recipients from Minneapolis at their January 9 meeting!

2008 Award Winners

Organizations

• Ameriprise Financial
  Corporate Leadership
• Hennepin County
  Public Agency Leadership
• Carmichael Lynch
  Exceptional Company Involvement
• SRF Consulting
  Outstanding Promotion - Medium Organization
• St. Paul Neighborhood Network
  Outstanding Promotion - Small Organization
• Boston Scientific
  Best Technology Solution
• 934 Airlift Wing
  Rookie of the Year

Individuals

• Benita Warns
  Lifetime achievement
• Charlie Stark
  Commuter of the Year
• Alice Tibbetts
  Friend of Commuter Alternatives