50 States & 13 Colonies Ride
Saturday, September 24th, 2011

Gear up for the most unique and challenging bike ride in DC! This 60+ mile ride is for cyclists experienced and comfortable with riding through the city streets with traffic. The 50 States Ride covers all 50 state streets in all 8 Wards in search of the District of Columbia's statehood. This is WABA's signature ride, and has been lovingly described as "brutal," "insane," and "engrossing." For anyone interested in a less intense, but equally enjoyable ride, our 13 Colonies Ride is for you! Ride on the iconic DC streets named for each of the 13 original colonies of the United States. This ride is a little under 15 miles and is also for cyclists who are comfortable with riding on city streets with traffic.

This event will sell out soon!

For more information please visit the event page or REGISTER NOW!

Yards Park Ride
Friday, August 12th, 2011

Bike to the concert with WABA, BicycleSPACE or bike over with your friends! Celebrate the weekend at Yards Park for an evening of live funk & soul music featuring QuietFire, as well as summer activities and a variety of food and drinks. Those who attend the concert by bike will receive free lemonade thanks to Devine Foods and those looking to get more than a sugar buzz can stop by one of Mie N Yu's several bars for wine, beer, sodas and frozen drinks. Relax in the grass, cool off in the wading pool or walk along the riverfront between music sets, dancing and group activities. The concerts are free and open to the public.

• To ride with WABA, meet us at the Anacostia Metro Station at 5pm for a leisurely 2.5 mile group ride. Click here for more information and to register.
• To ride with the folks at BicycleSPACE, meet at their shop located at 459 eye St. NW at 5:15pm.

Remember helmets are mandatory at all WABA rides!  

Tour de Lions
WABA Partnered Event
Saturday, August 20th, 2011

In less than two hours, you can find yourself in the beautiful railroad town of Ashland, VA for the 5th Annual Tour de Lion, benefitting Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. The ride offers 12-, 30-, 50-, 75-, and 100-mile routes available through Ashland's scenic countryside, so there's something for everyone!

Bicycle support will be provided from Richmond-area bike shops. Motorcycle sag supports and sign support with cue shees will also be provided. A light lunch will be offered for those riding the 75- and 100-mile routes, while everyone will be treated to a meal provided by Johnsonville Sausages at the finish line.

For those coming out of town, Ashland has 10 motels less than 3 minutes from I-95 and the Ashland Food Lion. To learn more and register, go to their website or contact Wayne Lowry at wlowry7@yahoo.com.

Oxon Run Ride
Saturday, August 27th, 2011

Bring out the family and Join WABA for a group ride along the Oxon Run Park Trail. We'll begin our 3 mile loop at the Congress Heights Metro Station, just blocks away from the trail-head and make our way across the area's flat, scenic bike path nestled in the Oxon Run community. Come have some fun, explore the city and meet your fellow WABA members and staff!

For more information and to register, please visit the event page.

Ride for Research
WABA Partnered Event
Sunday, September 18, 2011

WABA is proud to partner with the Lymphoma Research Foundation for the 5th Annual Lymphoma Research Ride. This noncompetitive bike ride brings together survivors, family, friends, individuals, community teams and corporate teams to ride in honor and in memory of those whos lives have been touched by Lymphoma. Riders have the choice if a 25 or 50 mile route geared to riders of all experience levels. Join hundreds of cyclists at the Barnesville School in Northern Montgomery County and ride for a great cause! To register go to www.lymphoma.org/ride2011. For more information, or with questions, contact the ride coordinators at ride@lymphoma.org or call (732) 828-6100.

Ride Allegheny - "Helping Heroes Move On"
WABA Partnered Event
Wednesday, October 5, 2011 through Sunday October 9th, 2011

Ride Allegheny is a 320-mile bicycling fundraiser for Operation Second Chance, dedicated to helping injured soldiers transition back to active duty or civilian life. The ride begins on Thursday, October 6th on the Steel Valley Trail in Pittsburgh, PA, connecting with the C&O Canal in Cumberland, MD, and finishing on Sunday, October 9th at Smokey Glen Farm in Gaithersburg, MD. The ride will take place over four days and average about 80 miles a day. Registered riders will have three options to choose from (4-day, 2-day, and 1-day rides). Accommodations will be designated for each overnight stay, along with the best in local dining establishments. Ride Allegheny is also looking for volunteers who are interested in making the ride a success.

For more information and to register, go to RideAllegheny.org.

Law Enforcement Ride & Run to Remember
WABA Partnered Event
Sunday, October 16th, 2011

The Law Enforcement Ride & Run to Remember is an exciting and inspiring community-oriented event designed to honor the contribution and sacrifice law enforcement officers make every day.

It includes a Metric Century Bike Ride (62 miles), Half Metric Century Bike Ride (31 miles), Quarter Century Bike Ride (15 miles), 5K Run and Family Festival.

Register today: www.RideandRuntoRemember.org

Bike routes start at the National Harbor and end at the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC. Visit www.RideandRuntoRemember.org for route maps and schedule of events.

Audi Best Buddies Challenge: Washington DC
WABA Partnered Event
October 22, 2011

The Audi Best Buddies Challenge: DC takes place on October 22 and will feature an amazing route on closed roads in downtown DC, starting and ending at the Washington Monument. Cyclists will get to enjoy the sights that make the Nation's Capital one of the most beautiful cities in the country, then head out into the scenic landscape of Montgomery County. With 100K and 20 mile cycling options, and a 5K run/walk, there is an event for everyone. Upon completion of your athletic event participants will celebrate their accomplishments with a gourmet lunch at the foot of the Washington Monument and an exclusive concert to cap it all off. Best of all, your participation ensures you are supporting the Best Buddies movement and changing the lives of people with and without IDD. Click here for pictures from last year!

For more information go to about the Audi Best Buddies Challenge please go to: www.DCchallenge2011.org. Also see below for more info about training rides, shop nights and meet-ups with this partner – all are welcome!

WABA's Brown Bag Commuting Seminar
In 2011, WABA wants to help you and your coworkers bike to work! If your organization or company is interested in encouraging more bike commuting, WABA's Brown Bag Commuting Seminar that might be just what you're looking for.

The seminar is basically a short version of our popular Confident City Cycling Classes. Designed to be taught over the course of a lunch hour, the basics of safe bicycle commuting, vehicular cycling and route choice are covered. WABA literature such as our Safe Bicycling in the Washington Area, pocket DC Bike Law guides and area bike maps are available free and distributed at the seminars.

Here is the standard Bike Commuting Seminar package:
• Hour-long Bike Commuting Seminar includes safety video and slideshow presentation
• Free literature from WABA and partner organizations about events, safety and special offers
• Free maps for all attendees of DC, Arlington & Alexandria (subject to availability)
• $10 off of a 1-year WABA membership for all attendees
Free League of American Bicyclists Commuter Manual for all attendees
• Price: $195

Please email daniel@waba.org or call 202-518-0524 x200 to arrange a seminar or with any questions.

WABA's Bike Education Fall 2011 Schedule
Want to use your bike to get where you need to go? Learn to safely share the road with cars, other bikes, and pedestrians. All classes are taught by League of American Bicyclist Cycling Instructors (LCI).

Learn to Ride Class
L2R (3 hr.) is the entry class to bicycling. This class is designed for adults who have never learned to ride a bicycle. We will employ a special technique for teaching balance, steering, starting, stopping and pedaling. We use a technique that is very successful and use friendly and encouraging trained instructors. Bikes and helmets provided.

Confident City Cycling classes
CCC1 (2 Hours) - covers basic bicycling information and on-bike skills such as: bicycle selection, fit, inspection, gearing, cadence, clothing, accessories, and bike handling basics like starting and stopping, riding straight, scanning and signaling. Half of this class will be an on-line course and half will be on-bike practicing bike handling skills. Participants must bring their own bikes, helmets, and water. Participants will be required to sign liability waivers. This class is a great way to get reacquainted with your bike after a long winter.

CCC2  (4 Hours)- Covers more advanced cycling techniques such as: vehicular cycling principles, roadway positioning, lane changes, turns and parking lot drills to learn avoidance maneuvers. Half of this class will be an on-line course and half will be on-bike practicing avoidance maneuvers and finally a supervised group ride on open streets with motorized traffic. CCC1 is a prerequisite for new or beginning riders. Participants must bring their own bikes, helmets, and water. Clipless/SPD shoes/pedals are not recommended for this class. Participants will be required to sign liability waivers. Even veteran commuters learn some new tricks in this comprehensive class.

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