In a recent interview with the New York Times, Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood named the National Bike Summit as a catalyst for his recent proclamation that declared an end to “favoring motorized transportation at the expense of the nonmotorized.” Lahood’s initial statements came following the 2010 National Bike Summit, and outlined new DOT plans for livable and sustainable communities. LaHood specifically stated that “bicycling and walking should be given the same consideration as motorized transport in state and local transit projects.” This is clear proof that the voices of America’s cycling advocates are not falling upon deaf government ears, and that a bicycle friendly America is an obtainable goal.

Trek would like to extend an enormous thank you to the 108 Trek Retailers who showed up at the 2010 National Bike Summit, as well as the League of American Bicyclists for organizing the event. Your efforts are going noticed, and your support is greatly appreciated.
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