Author: Colin Browne
The Connecticut Ave Protected Bike Lane needs to happen this year.
Ask the council to use legislation and the budget to move this project forward this year.
Action Alert: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 26, 2024.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 26, 2024.
Newsletter: A good map
And also a confession.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on February 2, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on February 2, 2024.
Newsletter: preparations and official recommendations
The real risk of riding in winter weather.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
A short history of Safe Streets efforts
While the safe streets campaigns have had a global uptake in the past ten years, the efforts can be traced back to the 1920s in America when automobiles were popularized in America In the 1950s and 1960s, concerned mothers became particularly interested in the cause on behalf of their children.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on December 28, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on December 28, 2023.
Newsletter: questionable schemes by moonlight
A civilized way to move through a series of vibrant human spaces.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: in praise of the Trolley Trail
A civilized way to move through a series of vibrant human spaces.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: tell me about your bike internet
Finding cool bike content in a post-twitter digital universe.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
World Day of Remembrance 2023
Join Families for Safe Streets groups across the region to support family members and crash survivors and honor their experiences with traffic violence.
Action Alert, Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on November 13, 2023.
Action Alert, Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on November 13, 2023.
Meetup
Newsletter: into the darkness
a lot of words about bike lights.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Save the Foundry Branch Trestle Bridge
Let’s not miss a chance to create a safe biking and walking alternative to Canal Road in Georgetown—sign this petition from grassroots advocates.
Action Alert: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 10, 2024.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 10, 2024.
Newsletter: behind the scenes
Photos from ride prep.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
10 Year Pedalversary Joyride with Women & Bicycles
Celebrate 10 years of the Women & Bicycles Program!
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on November 2, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on November 2, 2023.
Ride
Newsletter: why are we like this
Basically: endorphins and adrenaline.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
People first, not cars.
With the District Government currently failing in its goal to end traffic deaths and serious injuries , Councilmember Brianne K. Nadeau, D-Ward 1, re-introduced legislation that would change the status quo of how roads are designed and put safety and livability for all road users above efficiently moving cars. The Prioritizing People in Planning Amendment […]
Action Alert: Last updated by Kalli Krumpos on January 8, 2024.
Action Alert:
Last updated by Kalli Krumpos
on January 8, 2024.
Meet Michelle Shin, WABA’s new Vision Zero Coalition Manager
Hello! My name is Michelle Shin, and I have joined WABA as the new Vision Zero Coalition Manager. While my background has primarily been in federal and commercial consulting, I am excited to tie this generalist mindset with a truly mission-focused, impact-oriented organization. My journey as an urban bicyclist started after studying abroad and living […]
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on October 26, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on October 26, 2023.
Newsletter: showing off
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.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: biking and belonging
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.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
DC Trail Rangers Tour de Trails: Anacostia River Trail
Join us to celebrate 10 years of the DC Trail Ranger program with music, a bike ride, and good company.
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on October 11, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on October 11, 2023.
Meetup
Gearin’ Up Bikes is now part of WABA!
We are thrilled to be able to continue Gearin’ Up’s mission of job training, youth education, community engagement, and access to affordable bicycles and bike repair.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on September 29, 2023.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on September 29, 2023.
Newsletter: rainy day activities
Don’t ride in a tropical storm, hone your route-planning skills instead.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on March 8, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on March 8, 2024.
Newsletter: broken bumpers and the bare minimum
Vision Zero is really just the baseline.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Tour de Trails: Metropolitan Branch Trail
Please join us for a bike ride where we’ll be stopping at some near-by businesses along the trail. At the end of the ride, Lost Generation Brewing Co has generously agreed to host us for a post-ride celebration where they will be offering $5 shift beer for participants.
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on September 6, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on September 6, 2023.
Meetup
Tour de Trails: Anacostia River Trail
Celebrate 10 years of the Trail Ranger program with a bike ride, music, and trail resources. This family-friendly event is entirely free to participate so be sure to invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
Event: Last updated by Patricia Miguel on September 21, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Patricia Miguel
on September 21, 2023.
Meetup
Tour de Trails: Marvin Gaye Trail
Food, music, and pick some flowers and cherry tomatoes from Lederer Gardens to take home. This family-friendly event is entirely free to participate so be sure to invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on September 5, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on September 5, 2023.
Meetup
Newsletter: 17-year freewheels
It’s too nice out.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: headspace infrastructure
What keeps you going when you’re tired?
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Ward 5 Day
Join Ward 5 Councilmember Zachary Parker for a ride on the Metropolitan Branch Trail
Event: Last updated by Colin Browne on August 14, 2023.
Event:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on August 14, 2023.
Ride - Partner Event
Newsletter: antidotes to the spreadsheet blues
Even when you’re not riding yourself, bikes are a source of joy.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: support your neighborhood bike shop
Flat tires, man.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.
Newsletter: permission slip
Sweat is ok.
Blog Post: Last updated by Colin Browne on January 5, 2024.
Blog Post:
Last updated by Colin Browne
on January 5, 2024.