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Montana > Billings > Bicycle DealersBicycle Dealers Quality bicycles for greener transportationThe benefits of biking as a healthy mode of transportation, or as a purely recreational activity, span across many aspects of our lives. They can be expressed in terms of the health of the environment, as well as the health of individuals who are more physically active. A transportation system that is conducive to bicycling can reap many benefits in terms of reduced traffic congestion and improved quality of life in Montana.
Montana Cycling and SkiCommitted to Community 
| Green Badge Count | | 10 | | Green Badge Value: | | 170 |
http://www.montanacycling.com Montana Cycling and Ski is the premier bicycle and ski retail and repair shop in Billings, MT. The shop features a wide selection of gear for every skill level, from novice to expert. We proudly offer the community a knowledgeable staff and excellence in customer service. Full rental services are available. Our expert mechanics can service any make or model of bicycle, and our winter shop can get all your gear back into shape to carve down the slopes. We want to be your local source for all things bike and snow in the Billings area. Open seven days a week, and shop online anytime at www.montanacycling.com Additional Green Directory ListingsGreen Badges | Conserving energy
reason Our building uses SIP panel walls which are highly efficient and insulative, we have a 95 percent efficient furnace, we are doing a complete energy modeling to determine hvac system, exterior building envelope. and exterior windows and glazing. Computer modeling of the building orientation modeled sun angles throughout the year to determine proper window size and locations to promote proper solar heat gain during desired months of the year. The building has exterior sunshades that control solar access, limiting summer heat gain, and allowing winter sun to access the building. |  | Using recycled materials
reason Our building's exterior siding has high recycled content, interior materials include high pre and post consumer recycled content. |  | Reducing toxic emissions
reason Our building has all low VOC adhesives, paints and interior finishes. |  | Improving the health of community
reason This really is the core of our organization; getting people to ride more often and enjoy a cycling community creates a healthier community overall. |  | Reducing waste
reason Our building is built to minimize waste, through SIP's, and exposed structure in the building interior which minimizes the amount of materials needed to finish the building. |  | Incentive program for biking
reason Montana Cycling has showers and bike lockers for use by bike shop employees and employees of nearby businesses to allow for bicycle commuting. |  | Using fuel efficient vehicles
reason Bicycles are one of the most efficient forms of transportation man has ever made. |  | Minimizing use of non-renewables
reason Montana Cycling provides the resources to make cycling a normal part of a healthy and balanced life; allowing more people to ride and use less fossil-fuel burning vehicles. |  | Contributing to local tax base
reason We aim to be a vital and integral part of our local economy. |  | Donating to non-profits
reason Our shop is partners with an organization call Bicycles for Humanity- Montana Chapter. We collect and store used bikes for the organization, and also donated funds that purchased the first shipping container used the program this past spring. We have also held special shopping days where a portion of our sales have been donated to B4H. Our partnership with B4H Montana is on-going and is a cause near to our hearts. We have also contributed to rides and events that benefit charities such as CASA Montana’s Park 2 Park Ride, and the MS 150 ride to benefit the Multiple Sclerosis Society. Giving back to the community of Billings is a cornerstone of our organization, and one of the main goals of the shop. |
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Green Directory Montana State Edition Summer 2009
Green Directory Billings Edition Summer 2009
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