Who are Kansas City’s champions for bicycling? The BBC says it’s the Major Taylor Cycling Club! This welcoming and diverse bike club builds real community in Kansas City. In 2008, reporters from the BBC came to Kansas City to find out what it’s like to bike in America’s worst city in America for cycling. They […]
Category Archives: Bicycling
The Movement Builders: 816 Bicycle Collective
Who are Kansas City’s champions for bicycling? The BBC says it’s 816 Bicycle Collective! Even at its worst, these cyclists believed that Kansas City had a bike-friendly future. In 2008, reporters from the BBC came to Kansas City to find out what it’s like to bike in America’s worst city in America for cycling. They […]
[UPDATE: $1400 left to go] Let’s buy a Bike Lane Sweeper!
UPDATE Sept. 11, 2026 The project is still on, but we hit a snag. Increases in shipping, handling, possible tariff costs, and the manufacturer’s advice to purchase replacement equipment now rather than later means we need to raise an additional $1,400. We’re making one more fundraising push to raise the remaining amount so we can […]
Press Release: New e-bike guide empowers families to make safe choices
BikeWalkKC’s E-Bike Guide offers the knowledge families need to have a safe and rewarding ride. Kansas City, MO (September 3, 2026)E-bikes are genuinely transforming how people get around the Kansas City region — flattening hills, extending commutes, and opening up cycling to people who might never have considered it before. But the rapid growth of […]
Press Release: BBC says “Cycling in Kansas City has been transformed”
18 years after a harrowing report on cycling in KC, two BBC reporters came back to discover a changed city. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Kansas City, MO (August 20, 2026) In 2008, the BBC came to Kansas City, Missouri, to report on their experience biking in “America’s worst city for cyclists.” They came back this year, […]
Regional e-bike regulation
New E-Bike and E-Moto Regulations in KCMO: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back New KCMO law addresses youth on dangerous and illegal e-motos, but also imposes speed limits on adults riding legal e-bikes in KCMO bike lanes. The Kansas City, Missouri City Council formally approved Ordinance 260508, implementing a new set of regulations for electric […]
New E-Bike and E-Moto Regulations in KCMO: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
By Rayan Makarem, Director of Policy and Advocacy A new KCMO law addresses youth on dangerous and illegal e-motos, provides legal protection for safe electric bicycles, but also imposes speed limits on adults riding legal e-bikes in KCMO bike lanes. The Kansas City, Missouri City Council formally approved Ordinance 260508, implementing a new set of […]
Why start a bike bus?
By Ellen Schwartze Because it’s so much more than a bike ride! A bike bus is a feel-good way to start the school day, but even in our region bike buses are doing so much more: they increase road safety, support community, and help kids’ health and education. It’s benefits, all the way down! Riding […]
World Cup biking – here’s what we know right now
Biking to a World Cup match at KC Stadium? Here’s what we know about routes and bike parking This information is evolving as conversations continue with the City of Kansas City and KC2026 event organizers. We recommend confirming information with KC2026 Fan and Visitor Support. Signs on the Brush Creek Trail and Blue River Trail […]
UPDATE: One bike lane saved, more are at risk! [Save America’s Bike Lanes]
UPDATE May 8, 2026 : Celebrate, but keep fighting Here’s the good news: The Washington Area Bicyclist Association is celebrating winning their recent court battle to save the 15th Street bike lane in Washington, D.C.! BIG thanks to local KC metro individual bicylists and groups Velo Garage Thirsty Thursday and Women-Led Cycling for riding in […]