Executive Director, Dave Simmons, was featured on Comcast Newsmakers and took the opportunity to discuss how Ride Illinois is working to make biking better in Illinois. Host, Ellee Pai Hong, and Dave focused on three main topics during their conversation:
In addition, their discussion touched on the increased interest in biking during the COVID-19 pandemic, including the long wait Ellee is experiencing after ordering a bike several months ago.
Share your comments and reactions to this interview by emailing us info@rideillinois.org. The full 5-minute interview is available below.
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