Bicycles

Bicycling plays an important role in moving people in Wisconsin, many of whom rely on or choose this form of travel for their main means of transportation. Studies show that as many as 5% of commuters in Wisconsin bicycle to work during peak months.

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation recently released a state bicycle plan to help communities and individuals develop bicycle-friendly facilities throughout the state. All 14 metropolitan areas in Wisconsin also have their own bicycle and pedestrian plans.

• Bike to Work Week (Bicycle Federation of WI Web site)
• Plans & Projects: bicycle plans, guides, studies and summary of approved projects
• Programs for Local Government: 
  • Congestion Mitigation Air Quality Improvement Program
  • Funding for bicycle and pedestrian facilities
  • Local Transportation Enhancements Program
  • Bicycle and Pedestrian Facilities Program (BPFP)
• Publications:
  • Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Survey
    • In August 1999, the Wisconsin Survey Research Laboratory completed a study about how many trips are made by walking and bicycling.
    • History of Bicycling in Wisconsin - This is an excerpt taken from the Wisconsin Bicycle Transportation Plan 2020. 
• Safety & Consumer Protection: bicycle safety
• Travel Information: 
  • Bicycle closures and detours
  • Bicycle commuting
  • Bicycle route maps and guides
• Wisconsin bicycle information contacts

Other information may be found in the Library or News areas.

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Last modified: May 2, 2008