Shimano announces the Shimano Cycling Concept Award for schools in Europe

Shimano Inc. is supporting increased bicycle usage at European schools by awarding the Shimano Cycling Concept Award.

Eligible to schools in Europe with children between five and 16-years old, Shimano is offering the award to teach that generation of children that cycling can be a useful, environmentally friendly, and healthy alternative to other modes of transportation.

The winning entry will receive the annual award, and 12,500 Euros (US$ 16,000). For more information on the award, please visit www.shimano.com.

Shimano, the largest bike parts manufacturer in the world, has been an enthusiastic partner of ICLEI in the promotion of cycling in cities, and has sponsored the ‘Cities Enjoy Bicycles Awards’.