Advocacy
California’s Great Redwood Trail Approved: A New Cycling Frontier Awaits
On March 19, 2026, the Great Redwood Trail Agency (GRTA) Board of Directors unanimously adopted the Great Redwood Trail Master Plan. Director John Haschak called the adoption of the Master Plan as an “historic moment in the process of creating the Great Redwood Trail.” Director Caryl Hart described the event as a culmination of a “long and wonderful process” and Board Chair Mary Sackett called it a “masterpiece of a master plan.” The Great Redwood ... Read more
Shimano’s We Are Cyclists Continues the All Bodies on Bikes Story
Celebrating five years of inclusive cycling and a community that keeps growing. by: Deven McCoy Five years ago, Marley Blonsky and Kailey Kornhauser released All Bodies on Bikes and made a statement the cycling world needed to hear: people of all sizes deserve space, joy, and a place in this sport. It wasn’t a revolutionary concept, but the film put a face and a voice to something many riders had felt for a long time without anyone ... Read more
AvidCyclist.com Announces Formal Partnership With The White Line Foundation
10% of all proceeds from the AvidCyclist.com membership program will support critical advocacy and safety initiatives Littleton, Colorado– February 5, 2026 – AvidCyclist.com, a leading online platform for the cycling community, today announced a formal partnership with The White Line Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to ending the tragic and preventable deaths of vulnerable road users. This partnership deepens a long-standing collaboration that began with the inaugural “Ride For Magnus” over a year ago, and ... Read more
79 New and Renewing Bicycle Friendly Communities Recognized Nationwide
January 29, 2026/Marlee Townsend Washington, DC — Across the country, communities are responding to growing demand for places that are easier to navigate by biking, walking, and rolling. Today, the League of American Bicyclists recognizes 79 communities across the nation for their commitment to meeting that demand through collective action at the local and regional levels. “Building better places to bike is a shared effort,” said Bill Nesper, executive director of the League of American Bicyclists. ... Read more
Fuming Driver Accused of Harassing Cyclists After Deliberately Veering Towards Group Ride in “Closest Attack I’ve Ever Witnessed”
By Ryan Mallon, Road.CC “The distance is less than a foot and would have brought down half the group at least” This “Near Miss” came from South Carolina, where a motorist has been accused of repeatedly harassing cyclists, after he was caught on camera deliberately veering towards a group of riders and almost causing a crash in an apparent act of road rage. The incident took place on Saturday (despite the cyclist’s camera being set ... Read more
Giving Back for Bikes: Five Ways to Support Bike Advocacy
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 dollars. Here’s a quick run-down on the many ways you can give back to support bike advocacy, from local shops to national advocacy organizations like the League. #1: Donate your old bikes and spare parts to give your gear a second life. Local bike co-ops ... Read more
Advocate Spotlight: Frank Babel, Hilton Head Island’s Super Volunteer
December 8, 2025/bikeleague As the year winds down, we’re shining a spotlight on one of our favorite feel-good stories of 2025. For anyone battling the December chill, this one comes with a burst of island sunshine! In this guest post, Andy Clarke, the longtime leader of the League, introduces Frank Babel: a “super volunteer” whose decades of dedication to making biking safer and more accessible have made a huge splash on Hilton Head Island. Get ... Read more
Shimano Fuels Advocacy Efforts In Europe
Shimano Europe has announced the relaunch of its State of the Nation report; a comprehensive study designed to inform, inspire, and highlight the company’s advocacy projects across Europe. Shimano, one of the biggest bicycle component manufacturers in the world, first introduced its State of the Nation report in 2020 to assess attitudes toward e-bike usage. Since then, it has become an important resource for policymakers, advocacy groups, industry stakeholders and cyclists alike. After a pause ... Read more
Littleton, Colorado–Vote No on Ballot Question 3A- by Pete Piccolo
In 2024, Bicycle Colorado adopted Public Policy Principles to guide our decision on which policies to champion, support, or oppose. One of these principles is adopting land use policies that support safe active transportation. This November, residents of Littleton will vote on Ballot Question 3A. While framed as “preserving neighborhoods,” 3A undermines efforts to expand safe options for people of all ages and abilities to bike and walk. For this reason, we stand with our friends at Vibrant Littleton ... Read more
The Technology to End Traffic Deaths Exists. Why Aren’t We Using It?
By: Michael White, Co-Founder, The White Line. Our son did everything right. A reckless driver still killed him. Technology could have stopped it. Right now, America is facing a traffic safety crisis unlike anything we’ve seen in decades. And it’s only accelerating: 2023 was the deadliest year for pedestrians and cyclists in 45 years. Crashes are rising in nearly every state. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration just warned that traffic deaths are staying at “persistently high levels,” ... Read more
