Critcal Mass is a regular event. The meeting point is the Savoy cinema on Derby Road in Lenton on the last Friday of every month now at 5.30pm. We even got a police helicopter, to look over us, for our safety you understand ……
The ride lasts no more than a couple of hours (depending on the weather!) and usually ends in a conveniently placed pub for more drinks.
Most all, they are peaceful, safe and fun!
“We are not blocking the traffic – We are Traffic!”
Piccys of the event at:
http://tashcamuk.fotopages.com/?entry=422787
You can see more piccys of an earlier Critical Mass in Nottingham at:
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2005/02/305420.html
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What’s it all about?
Critical Mass is often described as an ‘unorganised coincidence’. It happens when a lot of cyclists happen to be in the same place at the same time and decide to cycle the same way together for a while.
What’s the purpose?
“Everyday, all over the world, people are resisting the problem culture of the car by getting on their bikes and riding, instead of driving.
Critical Mass is a celebration of the alternatives to cars, pollution, accidents and the loss of public spaces and freedoms.
Not an organisation or group, but an idea or tactic, Critical Mass allows people to reclaim cities with their bikes, just by getting together and out-numbering the cars on the road”
What happens on a Critical Mass?
Each one is different and they follow no set route, with the direction being spontaneously chosen as people cycle along. Anyone is free to join or leave the ride as it pedals along.
See also http://www.critical-mass.org
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Actually, while we’re on the subject, please check out:
World Naked Bike Ride – 11 June 2005 – various UK locations
http://www.indymedia.org.uk/en/2005/04/310011.html
On Saturday the 11th of June 2005, many UK cyclists will participate in the second annual World Naked Bike Ride! This bike ride protests against oil dependency and celebrates the power and individuality of our bodies.
http://worldnakedbikeride.org/uk
I hope it’s going to be a nice, warm day …….
