What Other Cities Can Learn From West Hollywood’s Approach to Better Biking
July 2, 2026
A committed city council and connected bike network didn’t happen overnight. Here’s what it took to land on our radar as a 2026 City to Watch.
The U.S. E-Bike Market Is Bigger Than the Numbers Show
June 24, 2026
PeopleForBikes data shows the U.S. e-bike market isn't shrinking, it's changing shape, from recreation toward everyday transportation.
A Letter to Shared Micromobility
June 23, 2026
The impact of the Better Bike Share Partnership on the micromobility industry and on me.
PeopleForBikes Defeated Dozens of Harmful Bike Bills in 2026
June 23, 2026
From e-bike definitions to registration mandates, we tracked nearly 700 bills — and stopped the ones that threatened the bike industry.
Celebrating 12 Years of the Better Bike Share Partnership
June 18, 2026
Over 12 years, the Better Bike Share Partnership helped transform shared mobility through equity-centered public policy, collaborative partnerships, and intentional community investment.
Bentonville Built a Bike Town, Now It's Building a Bike Network
June 17, 2026
Bentonville established its reputation on trails. Its 2026 City Ratings score of 50 shows what happens when a community goes even further.
Heartland Communities Continue to Raise the Bar for Better Biking
June 17, 2026
From North Dakota to Louisiana, communities throughout the Heartland are proving that connected transportation networks are built through dedicated local leadership, long-term vision, and a commitment to making communities safer for the people who live there.
2026’s Best Places to Bike
June 16, 2026
This year’s City Ratings includes 3,019 U.S. communities with an impressive 555 cities scoring 50 or higher, showcasing nationwide momentum for safe, connected places to ride.
8 Cities to Watch in PeopleForBikes’ 2026 City Ratings
June 16, 2026
From California to Georgia, cities across the U.S. are putting in the work to make biking better — and their City Ratings scores reflect that progress.
Rising Standards, Better Results: U.S. Cities Continue to Improve for Bicycling
June 16, 2026
American cities are building better bike networks, and the numbers in PeopleForBikes’ 2026 City Ratings reflect it: 555 cities scored 50 or higher, up from 234 in 2025.
What Paris Built for the Olympics Should Be Los Angeles’ Blueprint for 2028
June 3, 2026
In two years, Paris became the first truly bikeable Olympic host city and left a permanent legacy of better, safer cycling. Ahead of the 2028 Olympics, Los Angeles can follow suit.
REI + PeopleForBikes: Building a Brighter Future for Biking
June 3, 2026
From measuring access to outdoor recreation to a nationwide push for more great places to ride, REI has fueled years of progress for PeopleForBikes’ work — and there's still more to come.
The Benefits of Great Places to Ride
June 3, 2026
Learn why great places to ride benefit everyone and see how your community’s network of great places to ride ranks with PeopleForBikes’ City Ratings.
What the BUILD America 250 Act Means for Bikes, Trails, and U.S. Transportation Funding
May 29, 2026
Congress advanced a major new federal transportation bill that looks to shape funding for bike infrastructure, trails, and road safety programs for the next five years — but its future remains uncertain.
Building a Culture of Biking in Mill Valley, California
May 13, 2026
Mill Valley has selected PeopleForBikes’ City Ratings and SPRINT principles to target the most impactful efforts that will improve biking locally and track progress as they kick off multiple initiatives designed to achieve lofty goals aligned with the city’s heritage.
Amazon Decision Signals a Turning Point for the E-Moto Problem and a Critical Moment for the Bicycle Industry
May 13, 2026
The online retailer pulled high-speed e-motos from its marketplace in California, marking a pivotal opportunity for the bicycle industry and a wake-up call for manufacturers, retailers, and policymakers.
Why Protected Bike Lanes Are Good for All Road Users
May 13, 2026
Protected bike lanes don't just keep cyclists safe. Data from cities across the country shows they dramatically reduce injuries and deaths for pedestrians and drivers, too.
Rebuilding the Ride to School
May 4, 2026
One day of riding to school is a great start — here's what it takes to make biking a habit kids keep for life.
What the Federal Transportation Bill Means for Bike Infrastructure and the U.S. Bicycle Industry
May 1, 2026
The bill will directly impact infrastructure investments, local riding conditions, and demand for bikes across the U.S. As lawmakers finalize priorities in the next 60–90 days, the bike industry has a narrow window to weigh in and influence funding for trails, protected bike lanes, and connected bike networks.
New Federal Data Proves Outdoor Recreation Is Powering State Economies Nationwide
May 1, 2026
Outdoor recreation generated $1.3 trillion in economic output in 2024, supporting more than 5.2 million jobs nationwide.