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Most biking takes place on roads. Making roads comfortable for biking is a top priority of Ride Illinois and our members. Depending on the context, “comfortable” may mean paved shoulders, bike lanes, an off-road sidepath trail, something else – or nothing additional at all. Ride Illinois has long advocated for bike-friendly roads. We do this […]

Ride Illinois educates and equips people to improve bicycling conditions—from highway engineers implementing Complete Streets policies to parents advocating for a safe route to school. While we are available to serve as consultants, we are committed to making bicycle planning tools accessible to a range of audiences. The resources below provide a starting point for […]

Learning to ride a bike is a joyful rite of passage for kids around the world. There are few moments quite as special as letting go of the bike seat and watching a child pedaling steadily ahead for the first time. Pride is often quickly followed by panic. “Stop before the alley!” Bike safety for […]