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'''Over 2,000 cyclists take to the streets in a monthly "organized coincidence" called [http://www.critical-mass.org Critical Mass]. Spreading to over 400 cities around the world, Critical Mass began in September 1992 in San Francisco with 45 riders, and has happened every month since, averaging about 1,500 riders and topping 5,000 riders on several occasions. '''<br>''Photo: Nigel French''
'''Over 2,000 cyclists take to the streets in a monthly "organized coincidence" called [http://www.critical-mass.org Critical Mass]. Spreading to over 400 cities around the world, Critical Mass began in September 1992 in San Francisco with 45 riders, and has happened every month since, averaging about 1,500 riders and topping 5,000 riders on several occasions. '''<br>''Photo: Nigel French''
Ongoing discussion and debate about Critical Mass in San Francisco [http://www.sfcriticalmass.org here].


[http://www.processedworld.com/tfrs_web/history/howto.html How To Make a Critical Mass]
[http://www.processedworld.com/tfrs_web/history/howto.html How To Make a Critical Mass]
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Unfinished History

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June 1996 looking easterly on Howard Street between 4th and 3rd Sts.

Photo: Chris Carlsson

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Critical Mass September 1995


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Over 2,000 cyclists take to the streets in a monthly "organized coincidence" called Critical Mass. Spreading to over 400 cities around the world, Critical Mass began in September 1992 in San Francisco with 45 riders, and has happened every month since, averaging about 1,500 riders and topping 5,000 riders on several occasions.
Photo: Nigel French

Ongoing discussion and debate about Critical Mass in San Francisco here.

How To Make a Critical Mass

Critical Massifesto

WHITHER BICYCLING? Tepid Reform or Utopian Revolt?

The Great Bicycle Parade of 1896


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