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Sep 30, 2021

Here’s What’s Happening At D.C.’s Second Major ‘Open Streets’ Event On Georgia Avenue This Saturday

It’s the second time in three years that D.C. will fully close three miles of Georgia Avenue, though the pandemic did lead to other experiments with streets and sidewalks.

May 06, 2021

This New Cycling Clinic Wants To Help Amputees Build Confidence And Regain Mobility

Katie Savage, an above-the-knee amputee, found liberation after she learned to ride a bike during the pandemic. Now she wants to help others do the same.

Oct 30, 2020

In Fast-Growing Loudoun County, A Cyclist’s Bumpy Ride To Save A Piece Of History: Miles Of Gravel Roads

Loudoun County is home to more than 250 miles of gravel roads, some dating back to the 1700s. As development threatens some of those roads, one cyclist says he’ll ride them all in a single sitting to raise awareness.

Aug 26, 2020

A One-Mile Stretch Of Northern Virginia’s W&OD Trail Will Get A Second Path For Pedestrians

The project will build an eight-foot trail for pedestrians, in addition to the existing 11-foot trail used for cyclists.

May 16, 2019

Here Are The Streets That Will Close For Saturday’s D.C. Bike Ride

The 20-mile course starts in West Potomac Park, travels into Georgetown and Arlington and finishes by the National Mall.

May 15, 2019

Bike To Work Day Returns On Friday. Here’s What You Need To Know

Organizers are expecting 20,000 participants this year.

Aug 01, 2018

As Advocates Remember Cyclist Killed Along Streetcar’s Path, D.C. Plans to Evaluate Safety Measures

DDOT is researching rubber flaps to cover streetcar tracks.

Sep 14, 2017

11 Unconventional Workouts To Try In D.C.

Every schmuck selling athletic gear or class passes claims “working out doesn’t have to be a chore,” and honestly…it’s true.

Jun 08, 2016

With SafeTrack Under Way, Arlington Sees Huge Increases In Cyclists

Bike counters show increases of between 40 and 90 percent.

Jul 28, 2015

D.C. Is Among The Fastest Growing Cities For Bike Commuters

We’re seventh, in terms of growth, among the 100 biggest Metro areas in the country.

 
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