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September 2024 Blog
Stay Cool with RTC Bike Share
Summer is upon us as we enter the hottest months here in Las Vegas. As temperatures rise, it’s essential to stay cool and healthy while enjoying the summer’s events and activities. Here are some tips to create that balance while using RTC Bike Share this summer!
Staying Cool
Keeping cool in the heat can be challenging. Staying hydrated is crucial, so always carry a water bottle with you. The more you sweat, the more you should drink!
You can also take a moment in the shade and don’t be afraid to take breaks! Many of our stations are located near local businesses and parks where you can enjoy the shade or take a breather inside with some AC. This will help prevent heat-related illnesses and regulate your temperature to avoid heat stroke. Staying cool is key to enjoying your ride and keeping your energy up.
Pedal for Equality: Celebrating Pride with RTC Bike Share at The Center in Las Vegas!
June is a time of celebration and reflection for the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies around the world: Pride Month. It’s a time to honor diversity, champion equality, and stand up for the rights of every individual, regardless of who they love or how they identify. And this year, there’s an extra reason to rejoice: the Grand Opening of The Center’s very own station on June 27th, marking a special highlight in the month-long festivities.
(more…)RTC Bike Share Celebrates Women’s History Month
Las Vegas RTC Bike Share Celebrates Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. In Las Vegas, RTC Bike Share is proud to recognize and honor the women who have made a difference in our city and beyond. From trailblazing leaders to everyday heroes, women have played a vital role in shaping our community and making it the vibrant and diverse place it is today.
Women in Las Vegas History
Las Vegas has a rich history of influential women who have left an indelible mark on the city. From the early pioneers who settled the area to the modern-day leaders who continue to shape its future, these women have made significant contributions to Las Vegas in various fields, including politics, business, entertainment, and philanthropy.
- Helen J. Stewart: Often referred to as the “First Lady of Las Vegas,” Helen J. Stewart was a pioneering entrepreneur and landowner who played a crucial role in the development of early Las Vegas.
- Mayme Stocker: Mayme Stocker was a hotel owner and businesswoman who opened the Northern Club, the first legal casino in Las Vegas, in 1931.
- Patricia Becker: Patricia Becker was the first woman to serve as mayor of Las Vegas, holding the position from 1991 to 1999.
- Sheila Morago: Sheila Morago is the first woman to serve as president of the Nevada Resort Association, an organization that represents the interests of the state’s gaming industry.
RTC Bike Share Celebrates Women
Throughout the month of March, RTC Bike Share is celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting the achievements of women in Las Vegas. On social media, we’ll be sharing stories of women who have made a difference in our community, as well as tips for exploring Las Vegas on two wheels.
Ride with RTC Bike Share
As you explore Las Vegas this Women’s History Month, consider taking a ride with RTC Bike Share. With more than 20 stations conveniently located throughout the city, RTC Bike Share offers an eco-friendly and healthy way to explore Las Vegas at your own pace. Whether you’re riding solo or with friends, RTC Bike Share is a fun and convenient way to celebrate Women’s History Month in Las Vegas.
Women’s History Month is a time to honor the achievements and contributions of women throughout history. In Las Vegas, we’re proud to celebrate the women who have made a difference in our city and beyond. From trailblazing leaders to everyday heroes, women have played a vital role in shaping our community and making it the vibrant and diverse place it is today. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, let’s take a moment to recognize and honor the women who have helped shape Las Vegas into the city it is today.
2023 RTC Bike Share Annual Survey
We Would Love to Hear From You!
What do you love about RTC Bike Share? How can we improve?
Why do (or don’t) you ride?
To help us improve, we invite you to complete a brief survey about your experience with RTC Bike Share for a chance to win a $250 DTLV gift card bundle, including gift cards from some of your favorite downtown Las Vegas businesses.
This survey is open to everyone. Never used RTC Bike Share before? No problem! All feedback is welcome. The survey will take about 15 minutes to complete. Click here to complete the survey by September 7, 2023, to be automatically entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $250 DTLV gift card bundle!
Station Destinations: DTLV Black-Owned Businesses
Take RTC Bike Share and #BikeThere to support Black-owned businesses in Downtown Las Vegas! We’ve created a map with popular Black-owned businesses in Downtown Las Vegas that are within walking distance of RTC Bike Share stations.
Click the map to see stations and locations to #BikeThere in your area!
If you know of a Black-owned business located in DTLV that you would like to share with other bike share riders, let us know and we’ll add it to the map. Please send us an e-mail at [email protected]
Get Riding With A Discounted Downtowner Pass!
In celebration of American Heart Month, we’re extending a discounted Downtowner pass promotion to help you commit to improved cardiovascular health this year! Wondering how cycling contributes to a healthier heart? Here are a few benefits of regular cycling:
❤ Increases cardiovascular fitness
❤ Lowers blood pressure (which can help reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke)
❤ Improves circulation
❤ Reduces Stress
❤ It only takes two to four hours of cycling a week to improve your cardiovascular health!
To help you get riding, now through the end of February, you can purchase an annual Downtowner pass at a discounted rate of $99. That’s 365 days of unlimited 60-minute rides for less than $100! Click below to purchase and use promo code NEWYOU to get your Downtowner pass for $99.
This promotion is good through February 28, 2023. One use per account holder. 365 days begins once the first ride is taken. Additional usage fees may apply for e-bike use and rides over 60 minutes.
Happy Black History Month!
In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on a few of the many stories of Black cyclists who have inspired change for Black people in the cycling world for Black people across the U.S.
Katherine T. “Kittie” Knox worked as a seamstress in the late 19th century. In 1884, after discovering a passion for cycling, she challenged the League of American Wheelmen’s policy of excluding Black people from membership by participating in cycling races. Eventually becoming the first Black American member of the league, Kittie’s bravery and efforts to advocate for the desegregation of the League of American Wheelmen contributed to a more inclusive and equitable future for cycling. In 1993, the name of the league was changed to League of American Bicyclists. The 1884 ban on Black people was officially lifted in 1999. Kittie Knox is now celebrated as a champion of racial and gender equality in bicycling.
Today we have championed Black cyclists like Nelson Vails (the first and only Black Olympic medalist from the USA in cycling) and Ayesha McGowan (USA’s first Black Pro Woman Cyclist) in large thanks to Marshall Walter “Major” Taylor. Widely known as a cycling legend and one of the greatest cyclists of his era, Major competed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Despite facing significant racial discrimination, including being banned from races and facing threats and violence, Major went on to become one of the most successful cyclists of his time and was known as the “Fastest Bicycle Rider in the World.” He won numerous races and broke several world records, becoming a pioneering figure in the sport of cycling and an inspiring figure for Black Americans and people around the world.
From creating cycling clubs and organized races as a way to promote physical fitness and community building to embracing cycling as a form of resistance against segregation and racism, the history of Black Americans in cycling is one of resilience and perseverance in the face of adversity. Despite facing a multitude of challenges and discrimination, Black cyclists in America have made significant contributions to the sport of cycling and have continued to celebrate the freedom and empowerment that comes from riding a bike.
Thanks for Riding With Us!
It was a busy October for RTC Bike Share! In addition to celebrating #6years with you, we also partnered with three organizations for three separate group rides throughout the downtown Las Vegas community.
First, we partnered with Blacks in Nature for their first Black Business #DTLV Crawl. Blacks in Nature is a community group founded by Roz Brooks to create accessible outdoor experiences for people of color in the Las Vegas community. The group took RTC Bike Share all over #DTLV making stops at black-owned businesses including LAYOP Clothing, Sin City Seafood Kitchen & Lounge, Classic Jewel, Nail Therapy Beauty Boutique, Tap N Ash Social Club, and more. Visit https://blacksinnature.com for more information about the group and how to join.
Next up, Nevada APA Conference! The 50th annual conference of the Nevada Chapter of the American Planning Association was held at the Plaza Hotel in downtown Las Vegas with the theme of Planning for the Challenges of Tomorrow. To get acquainted with some of the downtown Las Vegas neighborhoods, members utilized RTC Bike Share for an afternoon ride visiting Symphony Park, Arts District, and Fremont East District. For more information about the Nevada APA visit https://nevada.planning.org.
Finally, we partnered with the Southern Nevada Bicycle Coalition for the Bike2Art community ride through downtown Las Vegas. The 6-mile ride featured stops at DTLV murals and eateries where riders had the opportunity to indulge in food and beverage samples. The Southern Nevada Bicycle Coalition advocates for safer roadways, better trails, and more biking opportunities in Southern Nevada. To learn more about the Southern Nevada Bicycle Coalition and for details on becoming a member, visit https://snvbc.org.
Download Our New App!
We have created something new just for you! RTC Bike Share just introduced the RTC Bike Share app which includes upgraded features such as precise location to make undocking more secure, reminders about usage and e-bike fees so that you’re never caught off guard with usage fees, and personalized push notifications to enhance your bike share experience.
For the latest updates and promotions, download the new RTC Bike Share app. Click here for links to iOS and Google Play app stores to download the RTC Bike Share app today!