Montgomery County Advocacy Update
Nov 4, 2024
The County Bike Summit was a blast, and we’re looking forward to Ride for Your Life!
We’re hiring: DC Organizer
Nov 4, 2024
Can you turn enthusiasm into action? Do you love connecting people to their power? Check out this job!
We’re Hiring: Development Director
Oct 31, 2024
Help us grow WABA by building authentic connections and leading an exciting team.
We’re hiring: Education Coordinator
Oct 22, 2024
Are you a passionate educator, eager to get more people on bikes?
We’re Hiring: Bike Shop Manager
Oct 22, 2024
We’re seeking a dedicated Shop Manager to lead our shop, Gearin’ Up Bikes.
Baked by Yael – DC
Oct 17, 2024
10% off!
A welcome summer deluge of news in Virginia! (August Newsletter)
Aug 20, 2024
Exciting news out of Fairfax and elsewhere in Northern Virginia, plus several events!
Newsletter: something to work up to
May 3, 2024
On working up to a challenging ride.
Newsletter: trails trails trails!
Apr 26, 2024
The weather looks perfect for Celebrate Trails Day
Newsletter: fat tires and flat pedals
Apr 5, 2024
Embrace a comfier ride.
Newsletter: finding a better way
Mar 29, 2024
Be a hero, tell your friends about trails, and the Google Maps bike layer.
Newsletter: high honors
Mar 22, 2024
things to celebrate on a rainy weekend
Newsletter: loud engines and quiet corners
Mar 15, 2024
We all do what we can to deny the cold indifference of the universe but I sure wish the car culture crowd would find a way to do so that doesn’t undermine the health and safety of the rest of us.
Newsletter: telling stories
Mar 8, 2024
Local news is important.
Newsletter: ground truthing
Mar 8, 2024
Maps are fun, but so is getting lost.
Newsletter: Nature doing its thing
Feb 9, 2024
Sometimes all it takes is a whole lot of turtles.
DC Council Passes First-in-Nation Legislation!
Feb 7, 2024
The DC Council took its second and final vote on the STEER Act.
Newsletter: Cornering at speed.
Feb 2, 2024
Places to go zooooooooom on your bike.
Newsletter: Read this later.
Jan 26, 2024
It’s too nice out.
Newsletter: A good map
Jan 12, 2024
And also a confession.
Newsletter: preparations and official recommendations
Jan 5, 2024
The real risk of riding in winter weather.
Newsletter: questionable schemes by moonlight
Dec 22, 2023
A civilized way to move through a series of vibrant human spaces.
Newsletter: in praise of the Trolley Trail
Dec 8, 2023
A civilized way to move through a series of vibrant human spaces.
Newsletter: tell me about your bike internet
Dec 1, 2023
Finding cool bike content in a post-twitter digital universe.
Newsletter: into the darkness
Nov 10, 2023
a lot of words about bike lights.
Newsletter: behind the scenes
Nov 3, 2023
Photos from ride prep.
Newsletter: why are we like this
Oct 27, 2023
Basically: endorphins and adrenaline.
Newsletter: showing off
Oct 13, 2023
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.
Newsletter: biking and belonging
Oct 6, 2023
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.
Newsletter: rainy day activities
Sep 22, 2023
Don’t ride in a tropical storm, hone your route-planning skills instead.
Newsletter: broken bumpers and the bare minimum
Sep 8, 2023
Vision Zero is really just the baseline.
Newsletter: 17-year freewheels
Sep 1, 2023
It’s too nice out.
Newsletter: headspace infrastructure
Aug 25, 2023
What keeps you going when you’re tired?
Newsletter: antidotes to the spreadsheet blues
Aug 11, 2023
Even when you’re not riding yourself, bikes are a source of joy.
Newsletter: support your neighborhood bike shop
Jul 28, 2023
Flat tires, man.
Newsletter: permission slip
Jul 21, 2023
Sweat is ok.
Mateo Mobile Bicycle Repair
Jul 17, 2023
10% off!
Newsletter: 100 feet per mile
Jun 30, 2023
Hills are what you make of them.
Flow Yoga Center
Jun 27, 2023
10% off!
MetroBike
Jun 27, 2023
10% off!
Newsletter: doesn’t look like the robots will save us
Jun 23, 2023
More trains, more buses, and more bike lanes. Everything else is tinkering at the margins.
Newsletter: fluvial synergy
Jun 16, 2023
Ride your bike to rent a boat. It’s rad.
Newsletter: the soft, warm light of catastrophe
Jun 9, 2023
Will a blanket of toxic smoke stretching from New York to the nation’s capital be the wake-up-call our elected leaders need?
Newsletter: Happy Bike to Work Day
May 19, 2023
Who ate the most bananas?
Newsletter: sensory route planning
May 12, 2023
How to feel your ride.
Newsletter: Two Secret Ingredients
May 5, 2023
Keys to a happy bike ride.
Newsletter: The business ruse
Apr 14, 2023
Complete Streets are good for business, and no amount of economic activity is worth letting people die at the hands of drivers.
Newsletter: A fun route idea for the weekend
Mar 31, 2023
A route-planning puzzle, good news about the Zoo, some cool bike parking, and more.
Newsletter: Pollen
Mar 24, 2023
The Mayor’s budget, new Capital Bikeshare fleet, and more.
Newsletter: Consult Your Dentist Before Reading
Mar 17, 2023
The DC Auditor’s report on Vision Zero, name a new trail, and more
Newsletter: Flowers, Signups, Tacos
Mar 3, 2023
The best flowers you can see from your bike.
Newsletter: Bike Parking and Reclaiming Space
Feb 24, 2023
What if, instead of half a million dollars in police overtime, all you needed for an Open Streets event was some friends and a football?
Cleverhood
Feb 16, 2023
20% off!
Newsletter: The past is real.
Feb 10, 2023
Trash fires, human geography, rain gear, and a really nice ride suggestions.
Newsletter: The legacy of Stan the Sinkhole
Feb 3, 2023
Trail Cleanups, Improvements coming for the Suitland Parkway Trail and 11th St NW, and more.
Weekly Newsletter: January 27th, 2023
Jan 27, 2023
E-bikes, Ducks vs Disney Songs,
Zweet Sport
Dec 5, 2022
5 Pack of Classes for $29
WABA Membership Referral Program
Aug 16, 2022
Refer 3 friends and get a year-long extension to your membership!
Vegetable and Butcher
May 16, 2022
15% off your first 4 orders!
Metrobar
Apr 21, 2022
10% off!
The Salt Line – DC
Apr 21, 2022
10% off food!
Bikenetic
Apr 21, 2022
Shop in Falls Church
Proteus Bicycles
Apr 21, 2022
Shop in College Park.
The Bike Lane
Apr 21, 2022
Shop in Reston or at the Northern VA Mobile Shop
Mount Airy Bicycle Company
Apr 21, 2022
Shop in Mount Airy
Island Press
Apr 21, 2022
25% off!
ToPromote
Apr 21, 2022
Special Offer
Altor Locks
Apr 21, 2022
20% off!
SPIN
Apr 21, 2022
$5 off!
Discounts on WABA Rides
Apr 21, 2022
Email events@waba.org for your member discount coupon code for any upcoming ride!
15% off WABA Merch Store
Apr 21, 2022
Email membership@waba.org for 10% off your purchase discount code
FREE Bike Boxes Rentals
Apr 21, 2022
Email membership@waba.org to reserve.
FREE Registration for Bicycling Classes
Apr 21, 2022
Email education@waba.org for member discount code
Capital Trails Coalition Newsletter: Winter 2023
Jan 1, 1978
Check out a snippet of what we’ve been up to so far this year.
2023 Vision Zero Audit
Jan 1, 1978
The DC Auditor released a report on March 16th highlighting some of the hurdles that DC has experienced while trying to meet Vision Zero goals.
Meet Elizabeth Kiker, WABA’s next Executive Director
Jan 1, 1978
Elizabeth brings a passion for transportation equity, deep roots in the world of bicycling, and a wealth of experience helping nonprofits grow to meet the needs of their communities.
Advocacy Roundup Spring 2023
Jan 1, 1978
During these past few months, our advocacy team was busy collaborating with partners and volunteers on the ground—racking up some major victories to make our transportation system more sustainable for all road users. Check out our winter roundup, which includes info on campaign updates, the building of new coalitions, upcoming events and actions, and more!
We made major progress in the FY24 D.C. Budget
Jan 1, 1978
You did it — you testified, lobbied, signed petitions, and you rallied asking the D.C. Council to reverse the Mayor’s transportation cutbacks, and because of your efforts we made major progress this FY24 budget season.
April Virginia Advocacy Updates
Jan 1, 1978
We’ve got you covered with a full calendar of events to celebrate Bike Month.
WABA Supports the STEP Act in Montgomery County
Jan 1, 1978
Data from the county and across the country is clear: police traffic stops perpetuate systemic racial injustice. People of color are more likely to be targeted by police for stops, more likely to be adversely affected by ensuing fines, and more likely to be victims of police violence at traffic stops. This is not an acceptable status quo.
How Did Bike Bills Fare in the 2023 Maryland Legislative Session?
Jan 1, 1978
The Maryland General Assembly passed several pro-bike and pro-pedestrian bills during the legislative session that wrapped up on April 10, 2023. We appreciate the legislators (and the advocates) who made this happen!
Virginia May Update: Early voting, e-bike showcase, ribbon cuttings, and more
Jan 1, 1978
Go vote, Virginia!
WABA’s Take on the K St Transitway
Jan 1, 1978
With so many hot takes flying around, we wanted to take a moment to untangle the project and share why WABA supports delaying the reconstruction of K Street NW and a return to the design table.
2024 DC Budget Wrap-Up
Jan 1, 1978
The DC Council just wrapped up debate on the FY2024 budget. Here are some of the highlights from this budget debate.
2023 Rockville Mayoral & Council Candidate Questionnaire
Jan 1, 1978
Check out responses to our 2023 Rockville candidate questionnaire.
2023 Fairfax County Board of Supervisors Candidate Questionnaire Results
Jan 1, 1978
Check out responses to our Fairfax County Board of Supervisor candidate questionnaire.
Where do 2023 Gaithersburg Council Candidates Stand on Biking & Transportation?
Jan 1, 1978
Check out responses to our 2023 Gaithersburg candidate questionnaire.
DC Council passes bill creating E-Bike Purchase Incentive Program. What is in it?
Jan 1, 1978
On September 19th, 2023, the DC Council passed Councilmember Charles Allen’s legislation to encourage e-bike ridership for every District resident.
Virginia is home to Bike Friendly Communities! (October Update)
Jan 1, 1978
Arlington and Falls Church are seeking recognition from the League of American Bicyclists as ‘Bike Friendly Communities’. Take a community survey in support of their efforts, plus find other ways to support better bicycling in Northern Virginia.
Montgomery County’s state roads are dangerous. WABA wants them fixed.
Jan 1, 1978
Montgomery County’s state roads are unsafe. WABA’s Complete State Roads initiative will focus and accelerate work to fix them.
What’s WABA up to in Montgomery County?
Jan 1, 1978
We’d like to recap Montgomery County activities over the past few months and highlight a few up-coming opportunities we’re pursuing.
WaPo Letter: D.C. must clear snow for everyone, not just cars
Jan 1, 1978
Our DC Trail Ranger Operations Manager writes to the Washington Post this morning about the region’s failure to keep trails, sidewalks, and bike lanes safe after snowfall.
A WABA Prince George’s County Advocacy Update
Jan 1, 1978
The Washington Area Bicyclist Associations’s Advocacy Team would like to share an update on activities in Prince George’s County.
Capital Trails Coalition Newsletter: Building Community on and around Trails
Jan 1, 1978
When we have accessible, welcoming spaces where we can engage with the people and places around us, it makes those places feel like home.
Not the post-General Assembly blog I wanted to post
Jan 1, 1978
Virginia Senate Transportation Committee blocks key safety legislation.
WABA events & advocacy in Montgomery County: An April update
Jan 1, 1978
Happy Spring! It’s the best time of the year for cycling, don’t you agree? And for WABA advocacy in Maryland and in Montgomery County.
Virginia Update: New trail connections and things to do:
Jan 1, 1978
Election Day in Virginia is Tuesday, June 18th but early voting opened this past Friday, May 3rd. Make a plan to cast your ballot today!
Prince George’s County Advocacy Update
Jan 1, 1978
For WABA Advocacy in Prince George’s County, community engagement is job #1. Here’s what we’ve been up to, and what’s next.
Cautious Optimism on Connecticut Ave, and other Advocacy Opportunities
Jan 1, 1978
This isn’t over, but it is a time to breathe a sigh of relief and have a bit of a celebration (another ride on Connecticut, anyone?)
WABA’s 2024 Ward 7 & 8 Council Questionnaires and Forum Recordings
Jan 1, 1978
DC’s Primary election ends on June 4th, 2024. If you haven’t already, now is the time to vote! WABA is […]
Advocacy Round-up: Spring 2024
Jan 1, 1978
The advocacy team’s been BUSY the past few months, making progress on projects and policies, while we keep up the fight to for a more equitable transportation system.
Virginia July Update: We’re WIEHLE close to a * sweet * new bike/ped bridge in VA!
Jan 1, 1978
Building new bridges to better bicycling in Northern Virginia!
WABA in Montgomery County: Summer meetups, prepping our state legislative agenda, and more…
Jan 1, 1978
As you may have noticed, we’ve been getting out quarterly Montgomery County advocacy updates. Check out our April update if […]
WABA Prince George’s County Advocacy 2024 Update #3
Jan 1, 1978
We hope your summer is going well. WABA’s Advocacy team has been busy! Here’s our latest quarterly Prince George’s County advocacy update, #3 for 2024.
ActiveFairfax Explained
Jan 1, 1978
Background on ActiveFairfax – what it is, why it’s important, and how to take action.