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Free Training: How to use cargo bikes to improve your life and how to use them to win protected bike lanes
Learn about cargo biking for your family’s local transportation needs – & for community organizing.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on March 25, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on March 25, 2024.
Meetup
Video: How to patch a flat tube
Do you have a flat tire? If so, here’s how to conduct an emergency patching session!
Blog Post: Last updated by Michelle Shin on March 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Michelle Shin
on March 5, 2024.
Basics of State Legislative Advocacy with Bike Maryland
Join Bike Maryland to learn about state advocacy opportunities in 2024 to improve biking across the state.
Event, External Link: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on January 28, 2024.
Event, External Link:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on January 28, 2024.
Meetup
Bicycle Stop as Yield Arrives in DC
Stop as yield allows a person on a bike or scooter to maintain some momentum and maneuverability, reduce the time spent in the intersection and minimize exposure to crash risks. DC joins 9 states (as of 2023) that allow bicycle stop as yield in the US.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on January 19, 2023.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on January 19, 2023.
Montgomery County Better Bicycling Advocacy Workshop
A workshop on effectively pushing for safe streets and better bicycling in Montgomery County from Nov 2, 2022
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on November 18, 2022.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on November 18, 2022.
Fixing a Flat Tire
Bike Ambassador Trey Robinson does a walk-through on how to fix a flat tire.
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on February 24, 2022.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on February 24, 2022.
Riding in the Fall
Skills and gear for fall riding.
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on December 6, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on December 6, 2021.
Workshop: Working with Advisory Neighborhood Commissions
In this session, we’ll look at the ups, downs and idiosyncrasies of the District’s hyperlocal elected bodies. ANCs are critical to advancing safe streets projects in DC.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 19, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 19, 2021.
Women & Bicycles: Planning Your Route
Quick tips on how to plan out your ride, for fun and safety.
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on September 3, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on September 3, 2021.
Workshop: Understanding and Participating in the Transportation Planning Process
In this video, we explore how the District Department of Transportation moves a project from idea to construction and opportunities to weigh in.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 19, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 19, 2021.
Workshop: Effective Tactics
In this video, we will cover some tactics to build support for a project, and then demonstrate that support to the right decision-makers.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 19, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 19, 2021.
Workshop: Planning to Win
Thoughtful strategy is key to a successful campaign. In this video, we look at strategies for winning campaigns—power-mapping; understanding the process and biases of people (and agencies); setting goals and measuring progress; and connecting the right tactics with the right people at the right time.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 20, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 20, 2021.
Workshop: Talking About Safe Streets
In this session, we’ll tackle one of the most fundamental parts of winning campaigns: how to talk about what you want.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 19, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 19, 2021.
Workshop: Geometry of Street Transformations
Dive into the geometry and limits of transforming streets, plus get to know a tool for mocking up street changes.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on October 19, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on October 19, 2021.
Workshop: Getting Safe Streets that Work for Everyone
Proven strategies for getting attention and action from DC agencies on sidewalk fixes, intersection improvements, traffic calming, and more.
Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on August 27, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on August 27, 2021.
Bike & Pedestrian Safety for Kids
A kid-focused video on biking and walking safely in the city.
Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on October 6, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on October 6, 2021.
How to Attach a Cue Sheet To Your Bike
A low-tech method of attaching a paper cue sheet to your bike.
Blog Post: Last updated by Anna McCormally on April 7, 2021.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Anna McCormally
on April 7, 2021.
Exploring Our Regional Trails
Curious to learn more about trails in the region? Here are some of our favorite trails
Resource: Last updated by Jeslyn Zakes on May 16, 2022.
Resource:
Last updated by Jeslyn Zakes
on May 16, 2022.
Trail Basics
Trails are great! But there are a few trail basics to know.
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 23, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 23, 2021.
Finishing your ride on a Bikeshare e-bike.
VIDEO: how to end your ride on a Capital Bikeshare dockless e-bike.
Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 5, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 5, 2021.
Rules of the road on a Bikeshare e-bike.
Let’s talk about rules of the road in this short video!
Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 5, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 5, 2021.
Riding in the city on a Bikeshare e-bike.
VIDEO: what you need to know to get around safely on a Capital Bikeshare dockless e-bike.
Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 5, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 5, 2021.
Getting Started on a Bikeshare e-bike.
How to get started on a Capital Bikeshare dockless e-bike.
Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 5, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 5, 2021.
Mantenimiento básico de tu bicicleta / / Basic Bike Maintenance
Aprende los conceptos básicos de cómo revisar tu bici. // Learn the basics about how to look over your bike.
Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Pedro Dana on March 23, 2021.
Blog Post, Event:
Last updated by Pedro Dana
on March 23, 2021.
Class
Riding in the Cold
Stay warm with layering!
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.
Webinar: Bike Buying 101
Tips from Black Women Bike’s Robyn Short on how to buy a bike!
Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on January 25, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on January 25, 2021.
Online How to: Riding in Traffic
Streets aren’t just for cars, bikes belong too! Join us for a lesson on how to ride in traffic safely and confidently and take your riding to the next level.
Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.
Blog Post, Event:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.
Class
Webinar: Winter Riding Tips
Handy webinars from the WABA Outreach team.
Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 9, 2021.
Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 9, 2021.
How to teach kids to ride bikes
Want to teach a child to ride a bike, but not sure where to start? We got you.
Event, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on November 6, 2020.
Event, Resource:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on November 6, 2020.
Class
How to Do a Wheelie (Part 2)
Learn how to wheelie from Bike Ambassador Trey Robinson.
Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.
Blog Post, Resource:
Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.