Saturday 16 August 2008

Critical Mass and the Xerocracy


The Last Mass occurred on 8th August. Despite the numbers of people that had headed off for Climate Camp, there was a decent showing, with many new faces. The atmosphere was excellent and the majority of drivers were too. It was only after the mass when I had a very polite exchange with a guy in a convertible. He was intent on squeezing me into the kerb at some lights, and curtly wished me a good day. I extended the same of my best wishes and we waited for the lights to change. Most civilised, with no need to roll up any sleeves or for pistols at dawn.

Anyway, Critical Mass has no central organiser, and has been best described as a 'Xerocracy', meaning that anyone can push their viewpoint, priorities or apres-events by photocopying and distributing. This has led to much diverse and beautiful artwork, posters and flyers, see this for example.

If you'd like the current flyer files please email disrail@gmail.com. We'd be more than happy for people to print and distribute these, but if you feel arty then please feel free to create your own!

There will be some organised after events coming up soon, and we'll advertise them on this blog. We'll also be listing other Liverpool Cycling events coming up. In the Pipeline is the Salford Nocturn, Tour of Britain final stage, a Fish and Chip run, and a Halloween themed "Reclaim the Winter" ride.

Please check back soon, things are going to get busy!

See you at the next Mass, Friday 12th Sept 6pm @ The Chinese Arch