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Making a successful case for bicycling and walking priorities requires two things: great stories and great data.

We need to be able to illustrate the benefits of bicycling in a way that resonates with decision-makers — and we need to have the credible statistics to back it up. The same principle holds for successful advocacy campaigns.

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In the resources below, we provide the facts and figures to support bicycling and give examples of actual advocacy campaigns as models for others to follow. From the ins and outs of the new transportation law to the economic benefits of bicycling, the reports and resources below will help you make bicycling better in your community.

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Research and Data

How many Americans bike and walk?

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Every Bicyclist Counts: Bicyclist Safety Must Be a Priority

Engaging Youth in Bicycle Advocacy

Where We Ride: Analysis of Bicycling in American Cities

Women on a Roll

The New Majority: Pedaling Towards Equity

Infographic: Bicycle Friendly Community bike commuter rates grow faster

2010 bicycle commuting data for all 375 cities included in the American Community Survey

Bicycle commute data from 1990 to 2011 for the 70 largest U.S. cities, including percentage of bicycle commuters and percent change

2011 state bicycle commute rates, including bicycle commuting by gender

Analysis of the US Census American Community Survey 2000-2008

Analysis of the 2009 National Household Travel Survey (NHTS)

How can I show decision-makers that bicycling is good for the economy?

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How to Host a "Show Congress" Event

Perceptions and Possibilities: Stakeholder opinion on the status of bicyclingin the national policy arena

Bicycling Means Business: The Economic Benefits of Bicycle Infrastructure

Map: The Economic Benefits of Bicycling

Powerpoint Presentation: How to Make the Case that Bicycling Means Business

How can my Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee be most effective?

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Making Bicycling and Walking a Norm for Transportation Agencies: Best Practices for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committees

What have bike/ped staff done for our communities?

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Why Communities & States Need Bicycle and Pedestrian Staff

Making Bicycling and Walking a Norm for Transportation Agencies: Best Practices for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committees

What commuter rail lines allow bicycles on board?

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Commuter Rail Bicycle Policies

Popular Bicycling and Walking Campaigns

How can I organize an amazing state bicycle summit?

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State Bike Summit Guide

What can bicyclists do to elect bike-friendly officials?

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An Advocate's Guide to Elections: Making Campaigns Work for Bicycling and Walking

How have bicyclists won safe bridge access?

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Bridging the Gaps in Bicycling Networks: An advocates guide to getting bikes on bridges

List of Interstate Bridges with Bicycle Accommodations

How can bicycling advocates get good distracted driving laws passed?

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Distracted Driving: A Bicycling Advocate’s Resource

Distracted Driving Fact Sheet

How can we stop rumble strips from ruining bicycle routes?

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Bicycing and Rumble Strips: Problems for Cyclists

State-wide Rumble Strip Campaigns: Lessons Learned

FHWA Technical Advisory

How can bicycling and walking be written into Climate Action Plans?

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Climate Change and Bicycling: How bicycling advocates can help craft comprehensive Climate Action Plans

Successful Funding Campaigns

How can I manage a successful funding campaign?

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Developing a Successful Funding Campaign

Navigating MAP-21: Transportation Alternatives Advocacy Tool Kit

State-wide advocacy leaders for Navigating MAP-21 campaign

Maximizing MAP-21 for Complete Streets in Georgia (Georgia Bikes)

What makes a good statewide advocacy campaign?

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Improving the Process: How Statewide Organizations Are Winning Federal Dollars for Bicycle and Pedestrian Projects

How can I work with my Metropolitan Planning Organization for a successful regional campaign?

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How Metropolitan Planning Organizations Plan for and Fund Bicycling and Walking Investments

Working with Metropolitan Planning Organizations: Lessons and Answers for Advocates

Advocacy Infographics

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