Bicycle and Pedestrian

PHOENIX – As Arizona continues to build on its reputation as a world-renowned destination for bicyclists, our state has now received approval for its first U.S. bicycle route that will run through Arizona border to border while connecting to a national system of bike routes.

Sharing the road needs to be a focus year-round, and right now, as many children head back to school, it’s the perfect time for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists to review and improve habits.

A new pedestrian bridge spans over the Loop 101 on Galveston Street (between Ray Road and Chandler Boulevard) and was built in partnership with the city of Chandler.

ADOT has finalized its Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan update. The plan is aimed at improving safety, education and multimodal travel options.

A new study by ADOT finds that out-of-state bicycle tourists and customers bring in a significant amount of money to our state’s economy each year.

PHOENIX – Arizona is considered a destination state when it comes to getting around on two wheels. Our state’s ideal weather, new infrastructure and numerous bicycling events continue to lure cyclists from all over the country and around the world to experience riding through Arizona’s scenic landscapes.

The weather is beautiful right now in much of our state – what better time to step out and explore the scenery on two wheels!

PHOENIX — It’s easy to get out and explore Arizona on two wheels — our state is renowned for its good weather, new infrastructure and beautiful scenery. Those are just some of the reasons that Arizona is ranked number 10 in the country for bicycle friendliness by the League of American Bicyclists in their annual survey. That’s a jump from number 14 in 2012.

ADOT’s statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan has come a long way since we first told you about it last May… Back then, ADOT was asking people across Arizona to share their thoughts on getting around by bike or by foot along our state highway system. Today, we’re looking for feedback again, but this time around the plan is closer to being finalized and ADOT wants to know what you think of the draft final report.

The new year officially is here, but before we dive into 2012 we’re going to take a quick look back. ADOT’s Public Information/Media Relations team came up with a great list of the state’s major transportation accomplishments from 2011 and we thought we’d share it here on the blog!

A new school year is in full swing and now is the time for Arizona educators to take advantage of the $5 million in grants available from Safe Routes to School!