Wisconsin Bike Fed
@wibikefed
Active Transportation Education, Advocacy, and Encouragement. 501(c)3
Bike Fed Intern Anastasia shares reflections of riding her bike in Madison vs while studying abroad in Sydney, Australia, where bike commuting looked very different than it does in Wisconsin: wisconsinbikefed.org/rides/riding...
🔥 WI DNR's public comment period for the Langlade County's Wolf River State Trail master planning process ENDS TODAY. Support expanded bicycle access, improved trail conditions + stronger connections to nearby communities/public lands. Learn more/submit comments: dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/fl/Pro...
ICYMI- After 3 years of construction & lane closures, the Holton St Bridge is again open to cars, pedestrians + bicyclists. Bike Fed’s MilWALKee Walks program staff + volunteers assisted artist Aisha Valentin to create MKE's longest mural along the two-way protected bike lane!
We're honored that Board Director, Stewardship Committee Member & longtime supporter Melissa Putzer and husband Wade Loberger have expressed intent to include Bike Fed in their estate plans. Visit our Century Club page to learn why + how you can make an impact: wisconsinbikefed.org/estate-plann...
Niina Baum has taken a unique approach to her campaign for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. In July, she pedaled 400 miles through Wisconsin to earn support for her candidacy on the Republican ticket. You can catch up on Baum’s journey through her campaign’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
😎 Summer Trail Etiquette Reminders! While we’re all taking advantage of rolling on state and local trails this summer, let's demonstrate courtesy to others so that everyone has a great ride! Check out updated reminders, tips, and resources: wisconsinbikefed.org/advocacy/tra...
The two-part graphic featured from our “Safe Cycling Guide” shares great advice to keep in mind if you are involved in a crash. wisconsinbikefed.org/wp-content/u... We hope you’ll never need to put these tips into practice, but if you have to, we hope you’ll have the best possible outcome.
PhD researcher Sana Avar is recruiting participants for a study on how MKE cyclists experience & remember their everyday routes. Ride a route you know well, then meet to talk about the experience (~1 hr). Check out this overview + email sanaavar@uwm.edu: wisconsinbikefed.org/wp-content/u...
E-Bike Safety! 1) Check out online resources: wisconsinbikefed.org/e-bike-resou... 👉 Receive a free poster/guide: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... 2) Visit local bike shops for the difference between legal e-bikes & e-motos. 3) Learn rules of the road & municipality ordinances on where to ride.
Like to bike around Milwaukee and want to earn prizes? Check out Bicycle Benefits Milwaukee 2026 Bike Bingo happening now through October 1st! www.facebook.com/share/p/1Jbv... Ride on, have a blast, and get ready to shout "Bingo!"
The Tour of America's Dairyland brings racing excitement to the streets of 11 communities each summer. Enjoy stories from Board Treasurer Adam Raychel and Education Coordinator, Chloe Machula-each with their own journey & thrill of standing on the podium in 2026! wisconsinbikefed.org/events-news/...
The Final Installment: Complete Gubernatorial Candidate Responses. Over the past few weeks, we've provided a summary of candidate responses to our policy questionnaire, and now with their permission we share each candidate's complete responses: wisconsinbikefed.org/advocacy/dis...
Meet the Mobile Bike Repair Interns 🔧 Each summer, the Wisconsin Bike Fed collaborates with a cohort of high school students to bring free bike repairs to various parks around Milwaukee. It's a great way to learn new skills, see new neighborhoods, and give back to the community!
Congrats to Trek on 50 epic years! Bike Fed staff & board took part in the 6/18-20 anniversary weekend, with a screening of their documentary, a party at Trek HQ + the Trek 100 ride (honored to be a beneficiary!). www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOz-... See Page 16: wisconsinbikefed.org/ride-guide-2...
These awesome teen bike camps are only $30/week thanks to the MKE REC Arts & Humanities Partnership! MKE FOOD AND CULTURE! Mon, 7/27 - Fri, 7/31 | 9am-4pm give.wisconsinbikefed.org/event/teen-b... ART EXPLORATION! Mon, 8/10 - Fri, 8/14 | 9am-4pm give.wisconsinbikefed.org/event/teen-b...
🔥 Look for the red Bike Fed tent at Tour of America's Dairyland races this week! 👉 Tues, June 23 - Cedarburg 👉 Wed, June 24 - Hartland 👉 Thurs, June 25 - Bay View 👉 Fri, June 26 - Shorewood 👉 Sat, June 27 - Downer (MKE) 👉 Sun, June 28 - Wauwatosa www.tourofamericasdairyland.com
🔥As a special last-chance offer, Ride Across Wisconsin riders can save $25 on registration by using promo code LASTWEEK at checkout by June 30th. Valid on the 175, 100 or 60 mile route from now until registration closes. www.rideacrosswisconsin.com Share with friends and family!
Congrats to members + leaders from Red Bike and Green MKE and Oak Leaf Familia for completing Advanced Smart Cycling! And kudos to teachers Steven Hunter & Bike Fed’s Daniela Lopez! Please visit the socials for these organizations and join them for rides throughout Milwaukee!
🔥 Look for Bike Fed at select Tour of America's Dairyland races! 👉Thurs, June 18 - Oak Creek 👉Fri, June 19 - Racine 👉Tues, June 23 - Cedarburg 👉Thurs, June 25 - Bay View 👉Fri, June 26 - Shorewood 👉Sat, June 27 - Downer (MKE) 👉Sun, June 28 - Wauwatosa www.tourofamericasdairyland.com
Bike Fed is looking for an Education Coordinator to help support bike safety in Dane & Rock counties through community outreach, program planning + teaching youth and adults. The application deadline is 7/5/26. Job description and application process: wisconsinbikefed.org/wp-content/u...
🎈As part of Trek’s 50th anniversary festivities this weekend, riders can register for the Trek 100 on Sat, 6/20 + choose to support the Bike Fed! ❤️Bike Fed staff will be onsite to talk bikes, safety, and merch-so find our tent & stop by to say hello! 👉https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/trek100/
We had a great time celebrating WI Bike Week and building community with you all! How do bikes build community for you? Let us know in the comment section below ⬇️ #wibikeweek
🔥 Ride Across Wisconsin is just 1 month away on July 11th in Eau Claire for 12, 60, 100, or 175 breathtaking miles. 💥 RAW RAFFLE for registration/swag closes 6/13 at midnight. Winner drawn 6/16. give.wisconsinbikefed.org/event/2nd-qu... 💥 RAW registration closes 6/30! www.rideacrosswisconsin.com
The Candidates (most of them) Have Spoken Some of Wisconsin’s candidates for Governor have submitted their responses to the Wisconsin Bike Fed’s policy questionnaire. Read on for part one of a two-part series and check back next week to learn more: wisconsinbikefed.org/advocacy/dis...
There's still time to sign up & attend MKE's Vision Zero Summit on Tues, June 10th. Bike Fed staff will present an interactive workshop in “The Culture Shift” to show how approachable walking, biking, and public transit can be. Find the agenda and register for free at: city.milwaukee.gov/VisionZero
Enjoy WI Bike Week with festivities, events, activities, classes, commuter stations, and more statewide through Sun, June 7th! Find a comprehensive list by community: wisconsinbikefed.org/wisconsin-bi... Add more events to our online calendar: wisconsinbikefed.org/events/ Celebrate life by bike!
Save the date for "Ride For Your Life" in Madison: October 4, 2026. Bringing together riders, walkers, advocates, and families to honor lives lost to traffic violence and push for safer streets. Registration opens in July and more information will be available at rideforyourlife.org
Bike Fed's Government Affairs Mgr, Mike Ridgeman, had the pleasure of attending the ceremonial ribbon cutting at Ten Mile Park in Brown Deer on May 20th, and the common theme from several speakers was "community." Check out the new pump track along the Oak Leaf Trail at 4429 W River Lane!
❤️ Feel Good Friday! Check out Wisconsin Bike Fed Board Member and Super Commuter Pablo Toral in this fantastic Planet Bike profile: www.planetbike.com/blog/meet-ou... We think he's pretty great 🙂 and hope he inspires more folks to try commuting during Wisconsin Bike Week and beyond!