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45 Universities Rise to the Challenge in the 2025 Bicycle Friendly University Awards

By Marlee Townsend | November 13, 2025

This fall, as campuses across the country buzz with the energy of a new academic year, the League of American Bicyclists is recognizing 45 colleges and universities that are making…

League of American Bicyclists Recognizes 25 New and Renewing Bicycle Friendly Businesses

By Marlee Townsend | August 27, 2025

Washington, D.C. — From small cafés to major employers, businesses across the country are helping more people experience the joy of biking. Today, the League of American Bicyclists welcomes 25…

New Video Series: Big Trucks and Bikes — Educating Truck Drivers to Save Lives

By Bike League | June 23, 2025

When you’re behind the wheel of a big truck, every decision carries a lot of weight — literally and figuratively. While large trucks make up just 4% of the vehicles…

68 New and Renewing Bicycle Friendly Businesses Recognized Ahead of Bike to Work Week

By Marlee Townsend | May 8, 2025

Washington, D.C. — As the nation prepares for Bike to Work Week, the League of American Bicyclists is proud to announce the latest round of Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) awards, recognizing…

Investing in Biking Pays Off: 39 Bicycle Friendly Businesses Recognized by the League of American Bicyclists

By Marlee Townsend | February 19, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The League of American Bicyclists is proud to recognize 39 new and renewing Bicycle Friendly Businesses (BFBs) and four Honorable Mentions in its latest award round. This…

91 Places Earned Bicycle Friendly Community Awards in 2024

By Marlee Townsend | January 28, 2025

At a time when many are looking for ways to strengthen their communities, local investments in better bicycling offer a path forward. Today, the League of American Bicyclists is proud…

New Bicycle Friendly State Rankings Highlight Progress and Challenges for Safer Cycling Across America

By Marlee Townsend | December 12, 2024

Washington, DC — The League of American Bicyclists has released its 2024 Bicycle Friendly State Rankings, a comprehensive evaluation of state efforts to improve conditions for bicycling. This year’s rankings…

Celebrating 42 New and Renewing Bicycle Friendly Universities during Campus Sustainability Month

By Marlee Townsend | October 24, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC — The League of American Bicyclists is proud to celebrate 42 institutes of higher education in this year’s round of Bicycle Friendly University (BFU) awards, with an additional…

The League and Lime Unveil New Report on How Cities Can Use Shared Micromobility Data for Transportation Planning and Policy

By Marlee Townsend | September 25, 2024

New report highlights how bike lanes and parking policies enhance safety, ridership, and planning. Washington, D.C. — The League of American Bicyclists, in partnership with Lime, is excited to announce…

Celebrating 45 New and Renewing Bicycle Friendly Businesses

By Marlee Townsend | September 17, 2024

WASHINGTON, DC — Today, the League of American Bicyclists proudly recognizes 45 new and renewing Bicycle Friendly Businesses (BFBs) for their commitment to encouraging a more welcoming atmosphere for bicycling. “We’re…