Bike rides gain momentum as trails carry pandemic urge
The coronavirus era boosts cycling as Americans seek safe outdoor exercise. Bike and gear sales top 1 billion in April, trails see near doubling in use, and Rails to Trails notes 40 000 miles of multi use trails plus 24 000 miles of rail converted paths. Portland-based advocates urge neighborhoods to ride and follow etiquette while planning future funding for bike infrastructure.
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US Canada extend land border closure to August
The DHS extends nonessential land border restrictions with Canada and Mexico through Aug 20 21, citing ongoing COVID 19 efforts. Trudeau and Mexican officials echoed the extension. State case counts vary, with Florida leading among many states while Canada reports far fewer new cases. The rule excludes air travel and requires quarantine for most travelers unless exempt.
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