Traffic Safety

Some tips on traffic safety, from WABA and the Highway Safety Office.

Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on November 2, 2023.

Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on November 2, 2023.

 

Where do 2023 Gaithersburg Council Candidates Stand on Biking & Transportation?

Check out responses to our 2023 Gaithersburg candidate questionnaire.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Seth Grimes on September 24, 2023.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Seth Grimes
on September 24, 2023.

 

2023 Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Candidate Questionnaire Results

Check out responses to our Fairfax County Board of Supervisor candidate questionnaire.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien on September 1, 2023.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Kevin O'Brien
on September 1, 2023.

 

2023 Rockville Mayoral & Council Candidate Questionnaire

Check out responses to our 2023 Rockville candidate questionnaire.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Seth Grimes on September 24, 2023.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Seth Grimes
on September 24, 2023.

 

Workshop: DC’s Budget Process & Working with Your ANC

Learn how to weigh in on DC’s spending plan and how to engage with your Advisory Neighborhood Commission for safe streets.

Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on April 24, 2023.

Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on April 24, 2023.

 

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.

 

Riding at Night

Rules, etiquette and safety for biking in the dark.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on November 7, 2023.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on November 7, 2023.

 

Saving Trees from Invasive Weeds

Reflections and tips on keeping trees healthy.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on June 28, 2022.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on June 28, 2022.

 

Bike to Explore

Get out there! Your bike can take you all sorts of cool places.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2022.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on April 1, 2022.

 

Bike to Volunteer

Biking is not only about getting around, it’s about being a part of a community. 

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2022.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on April 1, 2022.

 

Bike to Run an Errand

Make “adulting” more bearable by using a bike to get there!

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2022.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on April 1, 2022.

 

Biking to Play

How can you make play time more fun? Incorporate biking!

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2022.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on April 1, 2022.

 

Biking to Learn

All kinds of fun ways to learn a thing or two by bike.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2022.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on April 1, 2022.

 

Bike Tune-Up Tips

Keeping your bike tuned-up and safe to ride isn’t difficult, but if you’re not sure where to start, we’re here to help! 

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne on April 1, 2022.

Resource: Last updated by Colin Browne
on April 1, 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.

 

Equitable Investment in Montgomery County’s Bike Network

Read WABA’s proposal for investing in improving transportation equity through better biking and walking network in four Equity Focus Areas.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on February 3, 2022.

Blog Post, Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on February 3, 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.

 

Envisioning a Safer Street

Your street doesn’t feel safe. How could you change it to make it better? You don’t need a traffic engineering degree to come up with workable solutions.

Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan on January 25, 2022.

Resource: Last updated by Garrett Hennigan
on January 25, 2022.

 

Lyft E-Scooters: Getting Started, Rules of the Road, and Riding Safely

Check out our video for tips on how to get started, scooter safety tips and rules of the road.

Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade on October 14, 2021.

Resource: Last updated by Jonathan Kincade
on October 14, 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 do I get a bike rack?

Here’s a quick breakdown on how to get new bike parking installed.

Resource: Last updated by Jordan Mittleman on July 5, 2023.

Resource: Last updated by Jordan Mittleman
on July 5, 2023.