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2026 Bike Maryland Symposium - Videos Available - Bike Maryland 2026 Bike Maryland Symposium – Videos available Five videos are available now from the 2026 Bike Maryland Symposium Josph McAndrew Assistant Secretary for Project Development and Delivery, MDOT  Peter...

Five videos are available now from the 2026 Bike Maryland Symposium

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Don't let the Bay Bridge replacement miss a once-in-a-century opportunity. The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) has recommended making a separated bicycle and pedestrian shared-use path on the Chesapeake Bay Bridge replacement OPTIONAL #biking

Bike Maryland’s 2026 Symposium was successful this year with a packed room of attendees and informative speakers. We have put together a collection of photos with more to share later. Please take a look.
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Board Member Antoine Wright (Left) meeting with one of the local Howard County Delegates, Del Terrasa

This year’s Bike Maryland Symposium would not happen without the hard work of the Members of the Board of Bike Maryland

This year’s Bike Maryland Symposium would not happen without the hard work of the Members of the Board of Bike Maryland

Two more of our local legislators who received Legislative Champions of 2025 Awards, Senator Sara Love and Delegate Julie Palakovich Carr at this year’s Bike Maryland Symposium.

At this year’s Symposium we had presentations such as the one by Chris Eatough, the Bike/Ped Coordinator from Howard County and also advocates met with their legislators and we awarded some of our legislators with an award for being our 2025 legislative champions, pictured is Delegate Dana Stein.

At this year’s Bike Maryland Symposium, we had leaders from MDOT in attendance. Joe McAndrew, Assistant Secretary for Project Development & Delivery provided opening remarks. It highlights the collaboration between MDOT and bicycling advocates working together to improve safety on our roads.

Our annual Bike Maryland Symposium is Feb 17, 2026 this year. For more information: www.bikemaryland.org/events/2026-...

The way we plan highway projects overlooks health. We can fix it. - Maryland Matters Building more roads is one way to move people, but it's not the best, or healthiest, writes Megan Weil Latshaw, who says a focus on getting people to destinations safely and conveniently -- not just q...

Dr Latshaw spoke at the 2025 Bike Maryland Symposium. We will have our annual Bike Maryland Symposium in February 2026.

Low-stress roads and bike lanes improve safety, not just comfort Low stress roads make biking more comfortable, especially for people who are more risk-averse. But do they make biking safer? A new study suggests they do, countering concerns from some transportation...

“Low stress roads make biking more comfortable, especially for people who are more risk-averse. But do they make biking safer? A new study suggests they do, countering concerns from some transportation officials that these facilities might encourage unsafe riding.”
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Thank you @arjwright.com

Your Comeback Guide to all the Anti-Cycling Arguments You’ll Hear This Year Anti-bike arguments aren’t just frustrating—they’re outdated, inaccurate, and often repeated without a shred of evidence.

Here’s an article on what to use as a comeback to the tired old arguments those who direct vitriol at bicyclists
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Don’t forget this year’s Ride for Your Life
More information and to register, it’s free:

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Pro-speeding yard signs appear along University Boulevard As Montgomery County officials consider recommendations for safety improvements on one of Maryland’s most dangerous roads, some neighbors have a need for speed.

We know SPEED KILLS! Yet,unbelievably some feel the need for
“University Boulevard is one of the most dangerous roads in Maryland for pedestrians. As Montgomery County considers recommendations for safety improvements and future housing development, some neighbors insist they have a need for speed.”

If you live locally and would like to ride in a challenging event, the century option is for you. Other mileage options are also available. Volunteers are also needed. Registration is available at the following link #maryland #biking

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You may have heard of Bicycle Level of Traffic Stress

Now, help researchers develop Pedestrian Level of Traffic Stress by taking this survey

Good pictures (and video) of intersections and straightforward questions, should take you 5-20 minutes depending on how thorough you are

They are adults…

The Baltimore Bicycling Club’s signature event is coming up

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Bikepacking 101 Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Bikepacking 101 Webinar. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Bikepacking 101

Tuesday, June 10th at 7:00 p.m.

Please join Bike Maryland and Noelle Battle, the Executive Director of Bikepacking Roots, for a Bikepacking 101 webinar covering the essentials of traveling by bicycle and camping overnight.

Registration required (free).
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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Bike Maryland 2025 Legislative Recap (Webinar). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Bike Maryland 2025 Legislative Recap (Webinar). After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Bike Maryland 2025 Legislative Recap

Tuesday, June 3rd at 7:00 p.m.

Join BikeMD for a virtual recap of the 2025 Legislative Session.

Learn and discuss what bicycle-friendly legislation the Maryland General Assembly advanced this year.

Registration required (free).

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This man picked up e-biking at age 94. In 2 years, he rode 2,000 miles. Ed McLaughlin, who lives in South Dakota, said he’s proof it’s never too late to start a hobby.

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This man picked up e-biking at age 94. In 2 years, he rode 2,000 miles. Ed McLaughlin, who lives in South Dakota, said he’s proof it’s never too late to start a hobby.

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Marylanders we need your help!

Judicial Proceedings Committee Vote & Support Needed

Please email your state senator! Ask your state senator to request JPR to schedule a vote on these bills now and then back them on the Senate floor. #Maryland #bikelegislation

USDOT’s new memo requires a review of competitive grant awards - Transportation For America A leaked policy memo from leadership at USDOT will add a new layer of extra-legal review of all awarded competitive grant projects without fully signed federal funding obligations, calling for bicycle...

A leaked policy memo from leadership at USDOT will add a new layer of extra-legal review of all awarded competitive grant projects without fully signed federal funding obligations, calling for bicycle infrastructure, green infrastructure, and EV chargers to be cut from projects.

An E-Bike Transformed My Family’s Life Getting around on one might be a bit slower than in a car, but it’s also so much richer.

“Whereas cars shut us off from other people, bikes open up opportunities to bond. Riding them is a step toward “creating a connected community,” “

Professor Latshaw - 2025 Bike Maryland Symposium YouTube video by Bike Maryland

Here is a link to Dr Latshaw’s presentation at this year’s 2025 Bike Maryland Symposium. The slides can also be found in a link in the description of the video on YouTube

“Environmental Benefits of Active Transportation” – Professor Megan Latshaw Johns Hopkins University

We support this bill, Maryland is one of 4 States and the District of Columbia that still has the antiquated law of contributory negligence HB0594: Civil Actions - Motor Vehicle Accidents Involving Vulnerable Individuals - Comparative Negligence

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HB7 Bicycle Safety Yield passed the House 126-11.

Proposed ruling from Maryland State Legislature prioritizes safety over speed - Smart Growth America Senator Michael A. Jackson recently introduced a bill in the Maryland State Legislature that demonstrates a model for removing barriers to speed reduction at the state level. This kind of legislative ...

Senate Bill 424 would allow the State Highway Administration to decrease speed limits by 5 mph on most state highways without an engineering and traffic study. This is about increasing safety, we know speed kills!! Support SB424