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Giving Back for Bikes: Five Ways to Support Bike Advocacy

By Marlee Townsend | December 12, 2025

In the non-profit world, the end of the year means a lot of fundraising. But in terms of bike advocacy, “giving back” can mean so much more than just donating…

Another First for Greg LeMond: First Cyclist Honored with a Congressional Gold Medal

By Caron Whitaker | July 17, 2025

Last week, I attended a Congressional Gold Medal Award ceremony for Greg LeMond and it was one of the coolest Congressional events I’ve had the opportunity to attend. The Air…

What Kind of Bike Are You? Take Our Quiz and Find Out!

By Marlee Townsend | May 9, 2025

Ok, I’ll admit it. For whatever reason, I love taking those silly Buzzfeed-style quizzes that tell you something vaguely amusing about yourself. Maybe it’s the ego boost, or maybe it’s…

Black Girls Do Bike Sheros become League Cycling Instructors

By Bike League | April 28, 2025

The League recently hosted a League Cycling Instructor seminar for many of the local champions (known as “Sheros”) of the national cycling club, Black Girls Do Bike. This was the…

Small Rides, Big Impact: Biking for Earth Day and Beyond

By Marlee Townsend | April 22, 2025

I still remember the first time I ditched my car and biked to the store instead. It was just a couple of miles away, and my partner incentivized me with…

Introducing Ready to Ride: A Vision for Universal In-School, On-Bike Education

By Jamil Modaffari | March 31, 2025

At the League of American Bicyclists, we believe that every child deserves to experience the joy, confidence, and freedom that comes with learning to ride a bike. That’s why we’re…

Club Leader Spotlight: Tina Beecham

By Marlee Townsend | February 27, 2025

In this month’s spotlight, we’re excited to connect with Tina Beecham — Shero of her local San Antonio, Texas chapter of Black Girls Do Bike. In addition to regular rides throughout…

Finding Joy in Winter Biking: Stories and Reflections

By Marlee Townsend | January 23, 2025

Winter biking isn’t just about toughing it out in the cold—it’s about finding those little moments of joy that make it all worthwhile. From the quiet beauty of snow-covered trails…

Sparking Change in Tempe with McClintock High School’s Bike Club

By Marlee Townsend | September 19, 2024

In 2024, the League’s Bicycle Friendly America program awarded Community Spark Grants of $1,500 each to 15 organizations for projects that spark change and catalyze a community’s ability to create…

Six Beginner-Friendly Summer Safety Tips for Exploring the Great Outdoors

By Marlee Townsend | June 18, 2024

The summer solstice is right around the corner, which means we’ve got maximum daylight for exploring the great outdoors! From state parks to forest roads, there’s no shortage of trails…