The League of American Bicyclists has recognized Local Motion with a Gold Bicycle Friendly Business (BFB) award, earning us a place alongside more than 1,100 businesses across the country contributing to the movement to build a more Bicycle Friendly America for everyone.

With winter in full swing, it is a pleasure to think about the long rides you will be taking in the warmer months.  If you ride all winter long then you will be ready to gradually take more ambitious rides as the weather permits. If you don’t ride through the winter, consider starting a little bit earlier this year. You can also use a stationary bike or take a spinning class. Any kind of aerobic exercise is helpful. 

There are many ways to carry things on your bicycle. I mostly use rear panniers. If you don’t have a rear bike rack, you will need to get one in order to use panniers.

The Safe Routes to School Program has transitioned to being coordinated by the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s Active Transportation team.

Local Motion and the Winooski Alliance for Active Transportation (WAAT) are excited to provide the Winooski community with insight into 2025 city council candidates' positions on key issues related to transportation. 

Local Motion, the Burlington Walk/Bike Council, and Old Spokes Home are excited to provide the Burlington community with insight into 2025 city council candidates' positions on key issues related to transportation. 

2024 was Local Motion's 25th Anniversary and another fantastic year. Check out our Impact Report for a by-the-numbers summary of all of our services and programs.

Bringing Safe Routes to School Innovations to Vermont

This past October, I attended the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) National Conference in Fort Collins, Colorado. The experience was both energizing and inspiring—not just from the innovative practices I saw but also from recognizing how Vermont is unique but still shares so many common challenges and successes with other states.

When I teach commuter bike workshops I say, “The most important thing about riding is that you look good on your bike!” I’m joking, but there is a kernel of truth in the statement.

Walking through a city during the winter comes with its own set of challenges. Burlington is no different. Icy, snowy, and slushy sidewalks along with the cold weather make getting around more complicated than during other seasons. What might be a simple stroll in milder weather can quickly become a slow, cautious walk in winter conditions. Adding the complication of dealing with Burlington’s many inclines only makes this a greater struggle for pedestrians.