Tucson & Eastern Pima County earned a "Gold" designation for being a bicycle-friendly region in 2006.  Despite being the only region to garner such a lofty award from the League of American Bicyclists, the local biking community is working towards the highest level, the "Platinum" level for the whole metro area.  At this point, only Davis, California has earned that award. 

Tucson enthusiasts are not resting on their laurels:  a Platinum Challenge Committee has been formed and is working with the Regional Transportation Authority to include their voice in planning.  The committee is also working to promote bicycling as an alternative to automobiles, educating the public in safety and a myriad of other ways, including healthier lifestyles to enhance the experience for bicyclists in The Old Pueblo.
                                                                                                                          
                                                                                                                        Annual Bicycle Swap Meet
                                                                                                                         (Photo from Flickr.com)

In addition to being able to promote and market Tucson as one of the best regions in the country for biking, the "livability" of such a community can lead to higher property values as Elizabeth Kiker, a spokesperson for the League of American Bicyclists mentions in an article in the Arizona Daily Star:  Tucson Aims For Pinnacle

For a list of Bicycle Safety Instructors, Clubs and Bicycle Shops in the Tucson area, please visit the directory on the League's website.

  
(Photo from Flickr.com)