Windsor Council recently updated a by-law allowing pedal assisted e-bikes on some pathways. "It basically makes us compliant so that when the Gordie Howe bridge opens we won't be the barrier from people using pedal assist bikes across the bridge," said Mayor Dilkens. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Yesterday Detroit City Council approved a resolution urging MDOT to complete a road diet on W Fort St from Schaefer to Outer Drive to improve safety. MDOT has confirmed they are doing a feasibility study. www.bridgedetroit.com/council-asks...

Back Alley Bikes has a Kids Bike Giveaway this Saturday June 13 11am at the CCNDC Community Center. (Enter from the Hub, 3611 Cass). Volunteers needs for setup at 9:30am. "Help get our youngest neighbors on some new wheels for summer riding!"

Detroit Riverfront Conservancy's Riverwalkers program kicks off this week, starting on Tuesday June 9th 8-10am from Cullen Plaza. Register at www.detroitriverfront.org/2026detroitr...

Join us on a Juneteenth Ride, Friday June 19th at 9:30am from the Charles H Wright Museum, 315 E Warren. 11 mile casual ride with a historic stop in Elmwood Cemetery. www.thewright.org/events/junet...

Mini-grants now available through Our Backyard Detroit Everyday Champion Program from Green Living Science. Apply for up to $550 to support clenaup & beautification projects in parks, shared green spaces & more. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Two group rides happening TONIGHT Friday June 5th from Eastern Market. Both 6:30 meetups. Friday Night Groove from Shed 5 with 7pm rollout. Freak Bikes from Wilkins/Orleans at 7:30pm. www.instagram.com/p/DY-LJ49v4Sn/

We worked with the Michigan DNR to add their latest Belle Isle changes to our online bike and trail map. This includes the two-way cycletrack that now encircles the island and two additional bike repair stations. map.detroitgreenways.org

Youth Bike Maintenance Pop-up and Block Party at Rouge Park, Saturday June 13 10am-4pm. Volunteers needed! Free registration at www.eventbrite.com/e/youth-bike...

Ontario Ministry of Transportation is preparing an update to the regulations that will remove the prohibition of children riding as passengers on electric bikes. We've submitted comments in support of this change. electrek.co/2026/06/01/t...

Sad. Frustrating. Detroit bicyclist killed in a hit-and-run on the W Vernor bike lanes. These need to be upgraded and separated from vehicle traffic to reduce the odds of this ever happening again. Our thoughts go out to the Blackwells. www.wxyz.com/news/region/...

Jason Hall is hosting two rides this week: Where We At Wednesday and Pedal with Pride Ride with DPD on Thursday. Great weather!

We added the Manistique, Yellow Brick Road, and Bailey Park Art Alleys to Google Maps and our online bike/trail map. We've also added the bike repair stations at AB Ford Park & Bailey Park. map.detroitgreenways.org

"There will be waterfront viewing this year on the waterfront parks..." for the June 22nd Ford Firewooks. New locations include Erma Henderson Park, Ralph C. Wilson Centennial Park and “access on the actual riverwalk" per DPD www.freep.com/story/news/l...

Occupy the Summer is giving away youth (<18) bikes at their June 12th kickoff event. Up to 2 bikes per household. Must register to win. buff.ly/a3rtqAW

Before today's Council PHS Committee: contract to reconstruct Hamtramck Dr & E Grand Blvd with a Joe Louis Greenway trail; $1.5m grant match request for safety grant to improve E Jefferson; resolution requesting MDOT road diet W Fort from Schaefer to Outer W Drive.👍️

Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision is hosting a fundraiser event on June 11th for their Chargeway, a resident-led initiative creating a community garden network to reduce the impacts of traffic violence, environmental harm & industrial pressures in SW Detroit. buff.ly/XXpbhdl

"Construction and testing of all systems.. could be days away from being complete. But a number of variables are at play as various US, Michigan, and Canadian government agencies grant final approvals to open the new bridge." ($) buff.ly/UwOtUpg

Dexter Freedom Ride is Saturday June 20th 10am-noon in Detroit, 7404 Dexter Ave. 7.6 miles. Details & free registration at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Gensler survey finds Detroit's Central Business District walkability highest among US cities, & a close 2nd to Boston's Financial District. Seems generous. Thoughts? This is a self-reporting survey of city residents. www.gensler.com/gri/city-pul...

"Cities in diverse parts of the country are going back to the old-fashioned two-way streets that enhance safety, give on-street retailers a break and make streets and sidewalks into something more than speedways" www.governing.com/transportati...

Black Girls Do Bike ride on Monday June 1st promptly at 6pm from 12th Precinct, 7 Mile west of Woodward. Casual pace. Helmets required. www.facebook.com/groups/Black...

Just got our large delivery of the 2026 Michigan Trails Magazine. Not only does it include Detroit trails once again, it has articles on the Joe Louis Greenway & Gordie Howe International Bridge. We'll be bringing our copies to events throughout the summer.

Council is asking staff to expedite the review specific to pathways to connect to the bridge ... acting as if e-bikes will permitted to cross the bridge. “I don’t want to be the one that’s the barrier,” said Mayor Drew Dilkens. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Tonight's Where We At Wednesday ride is from Eastern Market Shed 5. Meetup at 6:30pm, roll out at 7pm. Hosted by the Pedal Up Riderz. www.facebook.com/PedalUpRider...

Other recommendations: improving the MacArthur Bridge with a safe and separate bike and pedestrian path; converting Central Avenue into a "people-focused promenade" for walking, biking and running; expanding bus routes and bike-sharing stations on the island www.detroitnews.com/story/news/l...

"For years, road engineers widened streets to allow for a forecast increase in traffic congestion... But wider roads are also an invitation for faster car speeds. Since the pandemic began, overall speeds have increased, along with reckless driving." ($) www.detroitnews.com/story/news/n...

Mad Track Arena, a unique velodrome and fitness facility off I-75, offers free access to Detroit seniors and youth in a city with the nation’s highest physical inactivity rate at 37.4%. planetdetroit.org/2026/05/insi...

Transportation Riders United has launched a new website in support of the Wayne County transit millage. This millage will be on the midterm election ballot. Includes info on registering & absentee ballots. www.connectwaynecounty.org

Due to Weather the Saturday Coupe Day Picnic and Ride will be held Sunday May 24 at Kemeny Park, 2260 S Fort. See you there! #CoupleDeLay

📢 Given the weather forecast, Coupe Day has been moved to Sunday, May 24th. It's still at Kemeny Rec Center, 2260 Fort Street in SW Detroit from 8am until 9pm. We'll be there!

House Bill 5995 introduced so motorists won't get points on their record from automated traffic enforcement for work zone speeding or illegally passing school buses. legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?O...

Congrats to the North End Bandits on your 10 year anniversary! Celebration tonight May 22nd 7pm at Hazel's Place, 5516 Michigan Ave.

Trust for Public Lands ranking of 100 largest US city park scores puts Detroit at 53. Equity & access are very good, but median park size and amount of dedicated parkland have room for improvement. www.tpl.org/city/detroit...

Slow Roll is riding with/from the DPD 3rd Precinct (2875 W Grand Blvd) tonight, May 21st. 5:30pm meetup, 6:30pm roll out. Part of Coupe Day Week so rep your club. www.facebook.com/groups/12111...

Denby/Whittier Framework Plan meeting tomorrow May 21st 5-8pm at Heilmann Rec Center, 19601 Brock. Always good having resident speak up on walkability, road safety, green space & more. www.eventbrite.com/e/denbywhitt...

Tonight's Where We At Wednesday Coupe Day ride is at Harmony Park, 1502 Randolph. 6pm meetup, 7pm roll out. Wear red, white & blue. www.facebook.com/groups/82715...

Belle Isle Updates: "New, two-way cycle track will provide a continuous, separate bicycle loop that follows the perimeter of the island. MacArthur Bridge entry and exit points will feature high-visibility road markings..." content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MID...

EZ Riders & Hot Spot Rollers ride tonight from Meijer on Grand River. 6:30pm rollout. Watching the weather forecast...

The I-75 Cap Project team is looking for community feedback through a short online survey. Help shape the future of the project by sharing your thoughts and ideas. survey.alchemer.com/s3/8818266/D...

Coupe Day is now a week of activities starting tonight. Will attract bike clubs from across the Midwest. Look for us at Saturday's event at Kemeny Park. #GrownMenOnBikes #GMOB #GrownLadiesOnWheels #GLOW

Bicycle safety program for kids at Michigan Science Center. May 31st and June 28th.

Soul Roll Detroit opener ride is TODAY Saturday May 16th from Eastern Market Shed #5. Meetup at 6pm, roll out at 7pm. www.facebook.com/groups/11081...

Detroit is featured in eBikes International Spring 2026 Buyers Guide: Cycling Cities on the Move, page 57. Available online ebikes-international.com/ebikes-sprin...

Honor the legacy of the legendary Joe Louis with the JLGP TOMORROW Saturday May 16th form 10am-2pm at the Warren Gateway, 7241 McDonald. "An exciting lineup of activities for all ages." Registration is free. www.eventcreate.com/e/jlbirthday

REMINDER: Bike to Work Day is tomorrow Friday May 15th. Stop by the Spirit of Detroit Plaza in the morning. We should be there by 8am. Weather is looking decent!

Detroit Riverfront Conservancy's Spring into Wilson is this Saturday May 16 10am-3pm. Complete a "Passport to the Park" & get a prize. Registration is free. www.eventbrite.com/e/spring-int...

This Friday is National Bike to Work Day. The city of Detroit is encouraging it's employees to ride in. We will have our free bike map stickers available at the Coleman A Young Municipal Center, 2 Woodward near Spirit Plaza.

Hot Spot Rollers hosting a ride tonight May 13th from Eastern Market Shed 5. Meet up 6pm, pull out 7pm. "Come with the hottest 🔥 red you can find"

Do you know about the Detroit Health Department's Safe Routes Ambassadors? "Dedicated to enhancing pedestrian & bicycle safety by providing practical, skills-based traffic safety training to reduce the number of fatalities and serious injuries." detroitmi.gov/departments/...