During WI BIKE WEEK MAY 31-JUNE 7, we celebrate how bikes build community across the state, connecting neighbors, strengthening relationships & creating spaces where everyone belongs. Hosting an event? SUBMIT YOUR BIKE WEEK EVENTS TO OUR ONLINE CALENDAR BY MAY 8th! wisconsinbikefed.org/events/

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Reminder: This is not an eBike. New Jersey. Get it right. Ride responsibly... Legislate responsibly... Thank you.

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Happy Bike Month to all who observe.

🔥 Big news! There are new spots available for 6th Graders in our Madison Area Adventure Bike Camp! 👉 June 15-19 for current 6th through 8th graders. Details + registration: give.wisconsinbikefed.org/event/madiso...

On April 30, 1988 about 50 cyclists from around the state attended the first meeting of the "Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin" in Madison. Learn about our history, board & staff, and find events, advocacy efforts, ways to support, cool merch + sign up for our weekly e-newsletter! wisconsinbikefed.org

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Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Rails to Trails Conservancy Trail Grants program with approximately $110,000 in awards available. Review eligibility requirements and apply by Sunday, May 10 at 11:59pm Eastern: www.railstotrails.org/grants/

The Road Lobby claims cars deliver freedom. But what about the freedom to NOT have to drive? #UrbanTruth Our #1HourCityConspiracy Campaign continues all this week. This poster gives a hat tip to #NotJustBikes.

I appreciate this local news outlet for reporting on how the poor condition of our roads affect people besides motorists. I’m not saying potholes aren’t frustrating for drivers, but they’re actually a next level of dangerous for cyclists.

STOP. via @thebikinglawyer.bsky.social

With the weather finally starting to warm up, it’s the perfect time to get outside and start putting in those training miles for Ride Across WI on July 11th! 👉Event Details-Register by June 30: www.rideacrosswisconsin.com 👉RAW 2026 Training Program: wisconsinbikefed.org/wp-content/u...

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Bike Ride to the Powwow—please share 🙌🏻🚲

The custom store from Borah Teamwear is officially open thru May 31st with high-quality cycling kits in a variety of styles & a new Bike Fed color combo. Borah features premium fabrics, comfortable chamois & durable construction. Ride in style! wisconsin-bike-federation.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Bike + bus = an easy win 🚲🚌 Thanks to @wibikefed.bsky.social for sharing how simple it is to use our bus bike racks on What’s Brewing Wisconsin. Bring your bike along for a more flexible trip, for a last-mile solution, or a backup if you get a flat. It’s quick, easy and included with your ride.

WI Bike Week "Bikes Build Community” 5/31-6/7. We invite businesses, nonprofits, schools, local governments & community groups to start planning events + activities now that will inspire more people to ride & strengthen communities. Add events by 4/30 for best exposure: wisconsinbikefed.org/events/

Last Call! Register for the Wisconsin Healthy Communities Summit by FRIDAY, APRIL 10th and be part of the conversation about how programs and investments help create welcoming, thriving, and economically viable communities: wihealthycommunitiessummit.org Join us April 23-24 in Wausau!

Pay your fare instantly with a contactless credit or debit card, smartphone, or smart device. Just tap and ride. Boarding is faster and easier with contactless payment. No app or cash required. RideMCTS.com/ContactlessPayment

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Wednesday's Most Read # 1 - The Paralympic Village Was Proof That Truly Accessible Cities Can and Should Exist link.theoverheadwire.com/jwkg8 @teenvogue.com

April is here-a perfect time to register for the WI Healthy Communities Summit in Wausau 4/23-24! No boring lecture series-get engaged & energized with real-life success stories! Get details+register by 4/10! wihealthycommunitiessummit.org Check out the Granite Belt! thecitypages.com/stories/intr...

Love bikes? Love your community? Want to be a resource to help educate & train others in your community to be safe, confident riders!? Bike Fed is excited to host a League of American Bicyclists – League Certified Instructor training In Wausau May 15-17! wisconsinbikefed.org/programs/loo...

We're on a countdown to make the bicycle safety specialty license plate a reality and we need your help by the end of the day March 31st: ✔️CONTRIBUTE to the License Plate Development Fund! ✔️VOTE for your favorite license plate design! wisconsinbikefed.org/advocacy/bik...

Earlier this month, Bike Fed was joined by stakeholders from multiple agencies in addressing members of the legislature asking for statewide governance that defines & regulates e-motos with a clear advocacy platform. 👉Check out our online E-Bike Resources: wisconsinbikefed.org/e-bike-resou...

Looking for group bicycle rides in MKE? Check out www.milwaukeebikerides.com?fbclid=PAdGR...

Interested in bike commuting? Check out these resources resources to get started bikeleague.org/ridesmart/co...

Free bike skills & safety classes coming to Wausau, WI— @wibikefed.bsky.social wisconsinbikefed.org/what-we-do/p...

And look how “happiness” is visually presented: a busy pedestrianized street with trolleys. We know this is the way forward but are too cowardly or unimaginative to do it.

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Don’t buy a cow, or a car, and expect your city to give you someplace to park it. #UrbanTruth

"Among big U.S. cities in 2025, two-wheelers were used for the greatest shares of deliveries in San Francisco (72%), Seattle (66%) and San Jose (64%), per DoorDash's '2026 Two-Wheeled Progress Report'" "Two-wheeled 'Dashers' can travel more efficiently and make more money than those using cars"

Check out a comprehensive Ride Across WI info video + register for the 7/11 epic ride! FYI-rates go up 4/1 & Bike Fed supporters save $25. 👉 RAW video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=pTAr... 👉 RAW website: www.rideacrosswisconsin.com 👉 Benefits/questions/code: wisconsinbikefed.org/support-bike...

I love what this channel is doing. Car culture convinces us we can't survive outside the moment it gets cold, but this video completely demystifies winter riding. Even if it just encourages someone to pull their bike out in fair weather, this is exactly the kind of advocacy we need.

New fav urban creature: bike lane street sweeper 🥰

The New Yorker #BikeChi 🚲🚲🚲 @bikegridnow.org @chicagobikesox.com @bikelaneuprising.bsky.social @chicritmass.bsky.social

Introducing 5 new Community Cycling Champions! wisconsinbikefed.org/programs/edu... ⭐️Nico Alamilla: Tribal Communities ⭐️Ambra Baldwin-Hart: Dane/Rock Counties ⭐️Brittany Kirsch: Marathon Cty ⭐️Jacob Klaameyer: Brown/Outagamie/Winnebago Counties ⭐️Daniela Lopez: MKE/Racine/Kenosha/Sheboygan Counties

We're hosting League of American Bicyclists “League Certified Instructor” training in Wausau May 15th-17th! Thx to a WisDOT grant, we can offer this class FREE (normally $550) for up to 2 Marathon County residents & up to 2 other WI residents. Get the details: wisconsinbikefed.org/programs/loo...

Announcing discounts on 15 great rides around the state for Bike Fed supporters! 🏆 List of 2026 Event Partners: wisconsinbikefed.org/wp-content/u... 🙂 Not a supporter yet? Check out benefits & donate today: wisconsinbikefed.org/support-bike... ❤️ Many thanks to our wonderful Event Partners!

Join us at a gathering of experienced bike commuters in the metro MKE area as we kick-off a 2-part program to help more people start bike commuting! Sat, March 7. 9-11am Urban Ecology Center-Riverside Info/sign-up: give.wisconsinbikefed.org/event/ready-... Stay tuned for part 2 on May 30...

Bike Fed Asst Dir Jake Newborn recently appeared on WTMJ4's What's Brewing Wisconsin with a follow-up on e-bikes, as well as quick tips on trail etiquette: Check out the 2/24 episode: www.tmj4.com/shows/whats-... Find online e-bike resources at: wisconsinbikefed.org/e-bike-resou...

Saturday community walk! Join the Kozy (Kosciuszko) Community Center and MilWALKee Walks to explore the Lincoln Village and Historic Mitchell Street neighborhoods! This Saturday (2/28) ! mkewalks.wisconsinbikefed.org/events/

🔥 2 important deadlines this week... ✔️ Register for the WI Healthy Communities Summit with extended early bird rate thru 2/28! wihealthycommunitiessummit.org ✔️ Make sure you'll get the annual Ride Guide with a donation of $50 or more by 2/28! wisconsinbikefed.org/support-bike...

Calling all experienced bicycle commuters! Your help is needed! Volunteer to mentor a new bike commuters— LEARN MORE give.wisconsinbikefed.org/event/ready-...

We’ve got fresh spring merch styles to help you rep your love for cycling wherever the road takes you, and excited that we are restocking sizes for youth and babies! Shop the full collection online or look for us at events this riding season. store.wisconsinbikefed.org/s/shop

Bike Commuting 101: MKE Edition—This will be a free webinar offered by Wisconsin Bike Fed. Learn More zoom.us/meeting/regi...