How to Do a Wheelie (Part 1)

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.

 

Guía de Bolsillo de Las Leyes de Bicicletas de Distrito de Columbia

En PDF.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on October 6, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on October 6, 2020.

 

Cómo andar de bicicleta en el tráfico

Este blog explica cómo andar en tráfico de manera segura.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.

 

La revisión rápida o ABC Quick Check en inglés

Este blog explica cómo revisar su bicicleta antes de subirte para que puedas andar con seguridad.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.

 

Cómo ponerse un casco correctamente

Un casco no funcionará a menos que esté bien ajustado. Este blog explica cómo ponerse correctamente.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.

 

Cómo andar en bicicleta durante COVID-19

Este blog explica si puedes andar durante COVID-19 y cómo hacerlo de forma segura.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.

 

Webinar: como arreglar una rueda pinchada

Este taller en línea explica cómo arreglar una rueda pinchada.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.

 

Webinar: How to Ride in Traffic

Tips from our Adult Education Instructor, Sydney Sotelo.

Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on January 25, 2021.

Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on January 25, 2021.

 

Video: Conceptos Basicos de Ciclismo

Nuestros instructores hablarán sobre cómo andar en bici con seguridad, cómo revisar tu bici y mucho más.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 6, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 6, 2020.

 

Webinar: ABC Quick Check

Learn some basic maintenance so your bike is ready to roll.

Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on March 3, 2021.

Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on March 3, 2021.

 

How to Buy a Bike

Congratulations, we’re incredibly excited that you want a bike!

Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom on July 28, 2020.

Resource: Last updated by Ursula Sandstrom
on July 28, 2020.

 

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 Colin Browne on July 7, 2020.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne
on July 7, 2020.

 

Class

Make Bike Shifting Your Friend with Steve Offutt

Understanding how shifting works on your bike will make you a better, more confident and more comfortable bike rider. Join WABA Instructor, Steve Offutt, as he breaks down the process of shifting, identifies parts of the drive train and answers your questions to improve your next ride.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on July 15, 2020.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne
on July 15, 2020.

 

Class

Make Bike Shifting Your Friend with Steve Offutt

Understanding how shifting works on your bike will make you a better, more confident and more comfortable bike rider.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on July 15, 2020.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne
on July 15, 2020.

 

Class

Bike Buying 101 with Robyn Short

Join WABA Instructor and Black Women Bike member, Robyn, as she discusses everything you’ve ever wanted to know about buying a bike. She’ll simplify your research process to narrow down your options and identify the benefits, perils, and hidden costs of each. She’ll also discuss how to adjust your bike shopping process during the pandemic.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on July 15, 2020.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne
on July 15, 2020.

 

Class

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 Sydney Sotelo on July 17, 2020.

Blog Post, Event: Last updated by Sydney Sotelo
on July 17, 2020.

 

Class

Biking on the 4th of July: Closures, tips, things to know.

REMEMBER: Bike to the fireworks, but don’t set off fireworks from your bike.

Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on July 3, 2017.

Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne
on July 3, 2017.

 

Women & Bicycles Tip: Your Helmet May Not Be Protecting You

This is part of our Women & Bicycles blog series,  part of WABA’s initiative to build a stronger women’s bike community and get more women on bikes.  These posts aren’t exclusive to women, but they’re produced with and through the Women & Bicycles’ programming. Click here to learn more and get involved. We recommend and […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on July 16, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne
on July 16, 2014.

 

Women & Bicycles Tip: Bring Back The Romper!

This is part of our Women & Bicycles blog series,  part of WABA’s initiative to build a stronger women’s bike community and get more women on bikes.  These posts aren’t exclusive to women, but they’re produced with and through the Women & Bicycles’ programming. Click here to learn more and get involved.   All the […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson on July 8, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson
on July 8, 2014.

 

Streetcar Tracks

Tips for navigating a dangerous road situation

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 26, 2020.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 26, 2020.

 

Women & Bicycles Tip: Approaching Kidical Mass

This entry is part of our Women & Bicycles blog series. Women & Bicycles is WABA’s outreach and encouragement initiative to build a stronger women’s bike community and get more women on bikes. These posts certainly aren’t exclusive to women, but they’re produced with and through the Women & Bicycles’ programming and staffing. Click here to learn more and […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson on June 25, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson
on June 25, 2014.

 

What To Do After a Crash

stay calm, take care of yourself, and gather as much information about the crash as possible.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 13, 2023.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 13, 2023.

 

Women & Bicycles Tip: The 15-Minute Bike Wash

This entry is part of our Women & Bicycles blog series. Women & Bicycles is WABA’s outreach and encouragement initiative to build a stronger women’s bike community and get more women on bikes. These posts certainly aren’t exclusive to women, but they’re produced with 2 and through the Women & Bicycles’ programming and staffing. Click here to learn more and […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Alex Baca on January 30, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Alex Baca
on January 30, 2014.

 

Resources: Biking Visibly

This blog post is part of a new series by our bike ambassadors. It’s dedicated to presenting tips that will encourage new riders to get started. We’ll link these posts on our Resources page, forming a library of tips for beginning cyclists. Staying visible on your bicycle is extremely important, but easy to overlook: You […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Alex Baca on January 24, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Alex Baca
on January 24, 2014.

 

Types of Bike Lanes

Bike lanes, explained.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 26, 2020.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 26, 2020.

 

Resources: Basic Bike Commuting Gear

This blog post is part of a new series by our bike ambassadors. It’s dedicated to presenting tips that will encourage new riders to get started. We’ll link these posts on our Resources page, forming a library of tips for beginning cyclists. Commuting by bicycle isn’t complicated. You don’t need much to get started. Once […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Alex Baca on January 17, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Alex Baca
on January 17, 2014.

 

Women & Bicycles Tip: Be Prepared for Bike Theft

This entry is part of our Women & Bicycles blog series. Women & Bicycles is WABA’s outreach and encouragement initiative to build a stronger women’s bike community and get more women on bikes. These posts certainly aren’t exclusive to women, but they’re produced with and through the Women & Bicycles’ programming and staffing. Click here to learn more […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Greg Billing on September 4, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Greg Billing
on September 4, 2014.

 

Women & Bicycles Tip: Learn Bike Etiquette From Your Legos

This entry is part of our Women & Bicycles blog series. Women & Bicycles is WABA’s outreach and encouragement initiative to build a stronger women’s bike community and get more women on bikes. These posts certainly aren’t exclusive to women, but they’re produced with and through the Women & Bicycles’ programming and staffing. Click here to learn more […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson on June 25, 2014.

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson
on June 25, 2014.

 

Women & Bicycles Tip: Add These to Your Shelves

 This entry is part of our Women & Bicycles Tips series. Women & Bicycles is WABA’s outreach and encouragement initiative to build a stronger women’s bike community and get more women on bikes. These tips certainly aren’t exclusive to women, but they’re produced with and through the Women & Bicycles’ programming and staffing. Click here to learn more […]

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson on November 21, 2013.

Blog Post: Last updated by Nelle Pierson
on November 21, 2013.

 

Basic Maintainence

Easy steps to keep your bike in great riding condition.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 26, 2020.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 26, 2020.