Author: Colin Browne
Save the Foundry Branch Trestle Bridge
Let’s not miss a chance to create a safe biking and walking alternative to Canal Road in Georgetown—sign this petition from grassroots advocates.
Action Alert: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 10, 2024.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 10, 2024.
Newsletter: behind the scenes
Photos from ride prep.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
10 Year Pedalversary Joyride with Women & Bicycles
Celebrate 10 years of the Women & Bicycles Program!
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on November 2, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on November 2, 2023.
Ride
Newsletter: why are we like this
Basically: endorphins and adrenaline.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
People first, not cars.
With the District Government currently failing in its goal to end traffic deaths and serious injuries , Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau, D-Ward 1, re-introduced legislation that would change the status quo of how roads are designed and put safety and livability for all road users above efficiently moving cars. The Prioritizing People in Planning Amendment […]
Action Alert: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on January 8, 2024.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on January 8, 2024.
Meet Michelle Shin, WABA’s new Vision Zero Coalition Manager
Hello! My name is Michelle Shin, and I have joined WABA as the new Vision Zero Coalition Manager. While my background has primarily been in federal and commercial consulting, I am excited to tie this generalist mindset with a truly mission-focused, impact-oriented organization. My journey as an urban bicyclist started after studying abroad and living […]
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on October 26, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on October 26, 2023.
Newsletter: showing off
If you’re in a grim mood, grab a cup of coffee and a seat on a bench in Alethia Tanner Park and watch humanity pedal by.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: biking and belonging
Like riding the school bus as kids or walking to class in college, a great bike trail lets you keep being a community even while you’re between destinations.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
DC Trail Rangers Tour de Trails: Anacostia River Trail
Join us to celebrate 10 years of the DC Trail Ranger program with music, a bike ride, and good company.
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 11, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 11, 2023.
Meetup
Gearin’ Up Bikes is now part of WABA!
We are thrilled to be able to continue Gearin’ Up’s mission of job training, youth education, community engagement, and access to affordable bicycles and bike repair.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on September 29, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on September 29, 2023.
Newsletter: rainy day activities
Don’t ride in a tropical storm, hone your route-planning skills instead.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 8, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 8, 2024.
Newsletter: broken bumpers and the bare minimum
Vision Zero is really just the baseline.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Tour de Trails: Metropolitan Branch Trail
Please join us for a bike ride where we’ll be stopping at some near-by businesses along the trail. At the end of the ride, Lost Generation Brewing Co has generously agreed to host us for a post-ride celebration where they will be offering $5 shift beer for participants.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on September 6, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on September 6, 2023.
Meetup
Tour de Trails: Anacostia River Trail
Celebrate 10 years of the Trail Ranger program with a bike ride, music, and trail resources. This family-friendly event is entirely free to participate so be sure to invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on September 21, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on September 21, 2023.
Meetup
Tour de Trails: Marvin Gaye Trail
Food, music, and pick some flowers and cherry tomatoes from Lederer Gardens to take home. This family-friendly event is entirely free to participate so be sure to invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on September 5, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on September 5, 2023.
Meetup
Newsletter: 17-year freewheels
It’s too nice out.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: headspace infrastructure
What keeps you going when you’re tired?
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Ward 5 Day
Join Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker for a ride on the Metropolitan Branch Trail
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on August 14, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on August 14, 2023.
Ride - Partner Event
Newsletter: antidotes to the spreadsheet blues
Even when you’re not riding yourself, bikes are a source of joy.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: support your neighborhood bike shop
Flat tires, man.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: permission slip
Sweat is ok.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: 100 feet per mile
Hills are what you make of them.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
When Home Rule is Under Attack: A Hands Off DC Community Discussion
Congressional meddling threatens —among other things— DC’s ability to install safe streets infrastructure. Check out this event from Hands Off DC for more info.
Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on June 29, 2023.
Blog Post, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on June 29, 2023.
Meetup
Newsletter: doesn’t look like the robots will save us
More trains, more buses, and more bike lanes. Everything else is tinkering at the margins.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: fluvial synergy
Ride your bike to rent a boat. It’s rad.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: the soft, warm light of catastrophe
Will a blanket of toxic smoke stretching from New York to the nation’s capital be the wake-up-call our elected leaders need?
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Mt Pleasant Bike Swap
Want to get rid of some old bikes or buy some cheap bike parts? The Mount Pleasant Bike Clinic is putting on a bike swap!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on June 6, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on June 6, 2023.
Meetup
Charlie Fest
Celebrate the life of CityBikes founder Charlie McCormick.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on May 31, 2023.
Event
Friday June 2nd and Saturday, June 3rd
Franklin Hall & Rock Creek Park
Event
Friday June 2nd and Saturday, June 3rd, Franklin Hall & Rock Creek Park
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on May 31, 2023.
Meetup
Ride with Pride
Join Greater Greater Washington and WABA in DC’s Pride Parade!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on May 30, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on May 30, 2023.
Meetup - Partner Event
City of Bowie Juneteenth Bike Ride
A full day of activities that kicks off with a Community Bike Ride and a Kids Bike
Rodeo.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on May 24, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on May 24, 2023.
Ride - Partner Event