In 2018, PeopleForBikes set out to prove that when you give a city the right support, it can build a great bike network in a fraction of the time anyone thought possible. Five cities stepped up to the challenge. Read the full story now at https://bit.ly/4qvSzBB
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Today, we celebrate the culmination of 12 years of the Better Bike Share Partnership. Through grant making, peer learning opportunities, storytelling, and fellowship programs, BBSP left a lasting impact on the shared micromobility industry. Explore the impact report now at betterbikeshare.org
Safe and connected bike networks do more than get kids to class. They build the confidence, independence, and habits that create riders for life. Learn how well your city scores for bike access to schools and what you can do to help improve it. Read more now at https://bit.ly/3RG66cE
High-scoring cities in this year’s City Ratings are also home to youth cycling programs breaking barriers and getting more kids on bikes. Together, these programs ensure today’s youth can access the countless benefits of bicycling. Learn more now at https://bit.ly/4fKZLpz
PeopleForBikes' SPRINT principles give any city a framework for making biking safer. From quick-build protected lanes to network connectivity improvements, these are the six moves cities can make right now to improve their City Ratings score. learn more now at https://bit.ly/44AvSSN
The nomination portal for BOLT trail recognition is open through August 3! The Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service want to hear directly from riders and trail stewards before their report to Congress this August. Submit your trail nomination now at https://bit.ly/4aJX5Wx
With a pipeline of new projects underway and a strategy built around connecting to neighboring networks, West Hollywood is putting in the work to make biking a practical option for residents and visitors alike. Read more now at https://bit.ly/4aBlCNp
Bentonville built its reputation as one of America's premier destinations for off-road riding. But in 2026, the city earned a City Ratings score of 50 - It's the result of a decade of work connecting neighborhoods through low-stress bike routes. Read more now at https://bit.ly/4v54p6k
Cities across America’s Heartland are proving you don't need a massive budget or a dense urban core to build a great place to bike. In this year's City Ratings, communities in Minnesota, Michigan, Nebraska, Wisconsin, and more earned impressive scores. Read more now at https://bit.ly/4vGwHW3
Mill Valley, California, sits at the foot of Mount Tamalpais — the birthplace of mountain biking. With a 2026 City Ratings score of 57, Mill Valley is leveraging City Ratings data and PeopleForBikes’ SPRINT principles to make biking better for everyday riders. Read more now at https://bit.ly/4xBjZci
From an ambitious project connecting 45 neighborhoods in Atlanta to a nationally recognized 130-mile trail network in Lincoln, Nebraska, cities across the U.S. are making real, measurable progress for better biking. Meet the 8 Cities to watch now at https://bit.ly/4eWvC6d
Biking in America Is Getting Better! Despite stricter standards for what counts as low-stress infrastructure, the average City Ratings score across all U.S. cities climbed from 25 to 36 in 2026. Read this year’s summary report to explore bikeability in cities nationwide now at https://bit.ly/4eWx4ph
Join PeopleForBikes as we partner with Community Cycles for Bike To Work Day! Visit us at 2601 Spruce St. Unit B, Boulder CO this Wednesday, June 24, from 6:30 – 9:00 a.m. on your ride to work and snag some free PeopleForBikes merchandise! We look forward to seeing you!
Among the thousands of U.S. cities ranked in this year’s ratings, 555 communities scored 50 or higher. That's up from 234 cities last year, highlighting growing momentum for better biking in cities across the country. Explore our highest-rated U.S. cities now at https://bit.ly/4aS5c35
The 2026 City Ratings are here! PeopleForBikes’ annual, data-driven analysis of how safe and connected cities are for biking. This year's results include 3,019 cities across all 50 states. See how your city scores now at https://bit.ly/2LrUJ5d and let us know what your city was rated.
We've made real progress — but we're just getting started. These wins don't happen without your support. If you believe in what biking makes possible, invest in what makes biking possible today at https://bit.ly/43qiHTS
Want to make a BIG difference for biking in communities nationwide? Erik’s Bike Shop Founder Erik Saltvold generously pledged to match every donation to the PeopleForBikes Foundation, up to $10,000. Give today and DOUBLE your support for building what makes biking possible at https://bit.ly/3S0Mu2L
Mark your calendars! For 2026, we’re scoring more than 3,000 cities across the U.S. on how good they are for biking. Where will your city land in this year’s rankings? See how your city scored last year at https://cityratings.peopleforbikes.org/
Every dollar you give moves us closer to achieving our vision, a country where every person — regardless of age, ability, or zip code — can access great places to ride close to home. On World Bicycle Day, celebrate the power of the bike by investing in its future now at https://bit.ly/4visM0I
PeopleForBikes’ City Ratings scores thousands of cities worldwide on the quality and connectivity of their low-stress bike networks. Help us build what makes biking possible now at https://bit.ly/4wNUP9X
Outdated policies, limited infrastructure, and unclear regulations make it difficult for many to explore our public lands. We work at all levels of government to ensure everyone can experience the freedom of getting outside and enjoying our public lands by bike. Give today at https://bit.ly/4tJXPkX
Our City Ratings are back for 2026, evaluating more than 3,000 cities around the globe on the safety and connectivity of their low-stress bike networks. Before results go live in June, check out how your city scored and see how it stacks up against the world at https://bit.ly/2LrUJ5d
PeopleForBikes and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation are offering FREE access to the eBike eCourse throughout the month of May. Learn how to choose the right electric bicycle and gear, understand the rules of the road, and navigate traffic safely. Access the course now at https://bit.ly/4dtYYat
In 2025, the U.S. reached 4,400 directional miles of protected bike lanes! That kind of progress happens when cities prioritize safe, connected places to ride that get people where they need to go. Support our work at https://bit.ly/4dltwLs
As our nation’s youth grow up with more screens and fewer places to ride, choosing to get on a bike is about whether a safe and accessible ride is even possible. With your support, we can give the next generation the opportunity to ride safely. Give today at https://bit.ly/4tkgIL8
How are you celebrating National Bike Month this May? No matter where or how you ride, we want to hear about it! Share your story in the comments or tag the person you want to get out and ride with this month! #BeForBikes #MayBikeMonth2026
May Bike Month is here! Join us in the fun with Bike Month Bingo and tag us as you mark off spots across your card. Tag your friends and see who gets a bingo first! Once you fill out your card, visit https://bit.ly/4ueB3Ck and see how your support can build what makes biking possible!
Thanks to the support of passionate people like you, there was a lot to celebrate in 2025. When you give to PeopleForBikes, you’re making biking fun, safe, and accessible. Support our work and build what makes biking possible now at https://bit.ly/4tIHxcQ #BeForBikes #Peopleforbikes
We are proud to launch our new Backyard Advocacy Toolkit, a practical, action-oriented resource designed to help bike industry leaders, retailers, suppliers, and partners make meaningful progress for better biking in their communities. Read more and access the toolkit now at https://bit.ly/4dR7NNd
At the 2026 BLC, Lionsgate President of Worldwide TV Distribution Jim Packer shared an exclusive trailer for No Hands: The Wild Ride of the Schwinn Bicycle Company. Now you can join us for the world premiere in Boulder, CO ! Get your tickets now for April 11 at https://bit.ly/4sZDEQz