Bike Ambassador

DC's Bike Ambassador Program

The benefits that cycling brings to a city are many. Whether it’s reduced congestion, improved personal and environmental health, or safer streets for all road users, bicycling is becoming an integral part of the transportation system in Washington, DC. In our continuing efforts to make Washington, DC a world-class city for cycling, the District Department of Transportation and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association, are pleased to announce the creation of a new DC Bike Ambassador program. This program is designed to promote safe cycling for fun, fitness and transportation among DC residents and visitors alike.

The DC bike ambassadors make appearances at local events, teach bike commuting clinics and distribute bike maps and bike safety information all with the goals of:

Getting more DC residents and visitors to try cycling for fun, fitness and transportation.
Educating drivers, cyclists and pedestrians on the safe use of roads and trails.
Reducing barriers that prevent more people from cycling.
Providing resources to make the choice to go by bike an easy one.

Requesting an Ambassador?

Bike Ambassadors make great additions to outdoor festivals, health and transportation fairs, farmers markets and more. DC Bike Ambassadors also come stocked with fantastic bike maps, educational resources, and other materials for your event attendees. If you would like a DC Bike Ambassador at your event? Please send an email to our general mailbox at dcba@waba.org or call us at 202-518-0524.

Becoming a Bike Ambassador

WABA and DDOT are currently in the process of developing a training program for bike ambassadors to expand the reach of the Bike Ambassador program. If you are interested in possibly become a bike ambassador, please email dcba@waba.org.

Ambassador Links

Bike Ambassadors in the News.

Trails

The DC Area's extensive network of scenic bike paths are great for getting a workout or just getting to work. WABA is proud to have helped to make many of the paths in this ever-expanding network a reality. Highlights of this network include Virginia's Mount Vernon Trail, DC's Capital Crescent Trail, and Maryland's Anacostia Tributary Trail System.See a clickable map of the DC Area Trail Network >>

Clubs and Riding Groups

Looking for more regular, smaller rides with other bike riders like yourself? The greater Washington DC area has plenty of great clubs that have rides scheduled in your area and at your ability level. go>>

Bike Shops

These shops are the backbone of the cycling community. As a WABA member, you receive discounts at most of the area's bike shops. Locally owned and locally operated, they are the best retail option for biking in the Washington Area-and, they support the bicycling community with donations and event sponsorship. go>>