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DEI Bike Lanes? We Prefer Direct, Effective Investments.

DEI Bike Lanes? We Prefer Direct, Effective Investments.

By now you've probably seen or heard about U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's recent social media post criticizing what he called "DEI bike lanes" while announcing changes to the U.S. Department of Transportation's BUILD grant program. It's a catchy, if...

The Great Bicycle Parking Hunt Just Got a Little Easier

The Great Bicycle Parking Hunt Just Got a Little Easier

FABB understands that every cyclist knows the feeling. You arrive at your destination, only to discover that the nearest bike rack is...well...not actually nearby. You circle the block once. Then twice. You begin evaluating increasingly questionable "parking options."...

Celebrate International Ride MTB Day on July 20

Celebrate International Ride MTB Day on July 20

Mountain biking is about adventure, exploration, fitness, and fun—and it's an important part of bicycling culture here in Fairfax County. That's why FABB encourages everyone to celebrate International Ride MTB Day on Monday, July 20, by getting out on the trails and...

Ride for a Great Cause at the Tour de Midnight on October 17

Ride for a Great Cause at the Tour de Midnight on October 17

FABB is pleased to help spread the word about the 11th Annual Tour de Midnight, a charity cycling event benefiting the Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia (EFVA). While FABB is not a sponsor of this event, we encourage local riders to consider participating in support of...

Repaving Season Brings New Bike Lanes, Crosswalks, and Safer Streets

Repaving Season Brings New Bike Lanes, Crosswalks, and Safer Streets

For many people, road repaving simply means smoother pavement. But in Fairfax County, it often means something much more. Each year, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) resurfaces hundreds of miles of roadway across the county. Working in partnership with...

Join FABB and Trek for Free July 12 Community Ride

Join FABB and Trek for Free July 12 Community Ride

Looking for a fun, relaxed way to spend a Sunday morning on your bike? Join FABB and Trek Bicycle Fairfax for our monthly community ride on Sunday, July 12, at 10:30 a.m. This free, no-drop social ride is open to everyone and covers approximately 8 miles through local...

Fairfax County Emphasizes Education and Safety as E-Bike Use Grows

Fairfax County Emphasizes Education and Safety as E-Bike Use Grows

As e-bikes become an increasingly common sight on Fairfax County streets, trails, and neighborhood roads, county leaders and law enforcement are working to balance their many benefits with growing concerns about rider safety—particularly among young riders. As...