Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning

Regional Bike/Ped Plans, Studies, and Committees
Regional Bicycle Advisory Committee
League of American Bicyclists Bicycle Friendly Community Workshop Action Items
Bikeway Plan for the Roanoke Valley Area MPO (2005)
Conceptual Greenway Plan for the Roanoke Valley Update
(2007)
Rural Bikeway Plan (2006)

Pedestrian Access to Commercial Centers (2006)
Regional Bicycle Suitability Study (2003-2004)
RVAMPO Long Range Transportation Plan 2035RVAMPO Transportation Improvement Program

Local Bike/Ped Policies, Plans, and Resources
City of Roanoke Complete Streets Policy
City of Roanoke Street Design Guidelines

Bike/Ped Mapping
RVARC Maps Section
Bike, Hike, and Bus Roanoke Valley
Interactive Bicycle Map
Interactive Greenway Map
Downtown Roanoke Bicycle Rack Map
Greenway Maps
Bike to Work Routes
Bikeway Plan for the RVAMPO Map
Rural Bikeway Plan Maps
Interstate Route 76 - Botetourt County
Interstate Route 76 - Roanoke County
RVAMPO Level of Service Map
VDOT Official Bicycling in Virginia Map

VDOT Policies, Plans, and Resources
VTrans2035
VDOT
Policy for Integrating Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodations
State Bicycle and Pedestrian Program
Bicycling and Walking In Virginia

Safe Routes to School Program
Virginia Bicycle Facility Resource Guide

Implementation Guidance Documents for Localities
VDOT Designated Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodation List
Bicycle and Pedestrian
Accommodations Decision Process

Example Planning-Level Cost Estimates for Bicycle Acommodations

Paving Schedules
City of Roanoke - FY2008-2009 Paving and Profiling List
City of Roanoke - Three Year Projected Paving Plan
City of Roanoke - FY2008-2009 Paving Map
City of Roanoke Street Cleaning Information


Valley Metro Bike n Ride


Regional Bicycle Advisory Committee inaugural Planners and Engineers Ride


Bike, Hike, and Bus - Mobility Map

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NEWS AND EVENTS
Bicycle User Survey Summary and Bikeway Plan Update Blog Now Available
More than 300 respondents completed the Bicycle User Survey, which is a component of the 2010 update of the Bikeway Plan for the Roanoke Valley Area MPO. The Bikeway Plan, last updated in 2005, represents a coordinated effort by the Roanoke Valley Area MPO and local jurisdictions to facilitate development of a regional transportation network that accommodates and encourages bicycling as an alternative mode of travel and as a popular form of recreation in the MPO study area.
Bicycle User Survey Summary (PDF)
Bicycle User Survey - Open Ended Responses
(Excel)

A Bikeway Plan 2010 Update blog is available on the RIDE Solutions site to provide an opportunity for discussion of the Bicycle Use Survey responses and provide input on the Bikeway Plan update process. Click here to access the Bikeway Plan 2010 Update blog.

Bikewalk Virginia Releases Study on Biking and Walking Resources in Virginia
BikeWalk Virginia with cooperative assistance from the Virginia Department of Health, Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), and Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) conducted research to provide the first ever comprehensive picture of the current state of biking and walking planning, resources, accommodations, and safety in the State of Virginia.
Part I - Biking and Walking Resources in Virginia
Part II - Relationship between Bike/Ped Resources and Injuries and Fatalities

En Espanol - Bicycle Laws and Safety Tips
The Regional Commission has develop a Spanish language version of its printable Bicycle Laws and Safety Tips factsheet. Click here for the English version and here for the Spanish version.

Bike Awards Recipients Announced
The Regional Bicycle Advisory Committee is excited to announce the first winners of
its Bike Hero and Extraordinary Bike Professional awards. The awards, sponsored by RIDE Solutions, honor individuals who have shown extraordinary dedication to improving bicycle accommodations, education, access, and safety in the region. Individuals were nominated throughout this past May’s Bike Month event, and winners were selected by the Regional BAC. Click here for more information.


BIKE/PED AND ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION RESOURCES
BikeRoanoke.com
Currently under construction, BikeRoanoke will be your one-stop portal to bicycle related resources, events, and information in the region.

RIDE Solutions
RIDE Solutions offers a range of services and information to promote alternative transportation in the region - http://www.ridesolutions.org / 540.342.9393
Interactive Bicycle Map
Guide to Bicycle Commuting in the Roanoke Valley
Bicycle Rack Donation Program
Bike to Work Routes
Guarenteed Ride Home

Valley Metro
http://www.valleymetro.com / 540.982.2222
Valley Metro, the Roanoke Valley’s public transit provider, has numerous routes throughout the Roanoke Valley. Valley Metro's newest buses are equipped with easy to use bike racks. Additional information is available at http://www.valleymetro.com/bikeracks.htm.

The Smartway Commuter Bus
http://www.smartwaybus.com / 540.982.6622 / 800.388.7005
The Smart Way Commuter Bus provides commuter service between the New River and Roanoke Valleys. Bicycle racks are available on all Smartway buses.

Bicycle Safety and Laws
Bicycle Safety Tips (en Espanol)
NHTSA Bicycle Safety Tips For Adults
Virginia Bicycle Laws

Weather and Air Quality
Weather information
DEQ Air Quality Index


GREENWAYS AND BIKE ROUTES

Greenways
Roanoke Valley Greenways
City of Roanoke Greenways

RIDE Solutions - Bike to Work Routes (click here)

Salem Bike Route - map and directions

Virginia Interstate Bike Route 76 (BikeCentennial Route 76, TransAmerica Bike Route)
Botetourt County map
Roanoke County map


PARKS AND TRAILS
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (Note: Bicycling is not allowed on the AT)
Appalachian Trail - National Park Service
Roanoke Appalachian Trail Club

Blue Ridge Parkway - http://www.nps.gov/blri

Carvins Cove Natural Reserve
Carvins Cove Natural Reserve (City of Roanoke Parks and Recreation Department)
Carvins Cove Trail System Map

Douthat State Park - (click here)

Havens Wildlife Management Area
http://www.dgif.state.va.us/HUNTING/wma/havens.html.

Jefferson and George Washington National Forests (click here)

Mill Mountain Park Trails - click here for map

Virginia's Explore Park
Explore Park - IMBA/Subaru Mountain Bike Trail System Map
Virginia's Explore Park

Waid Recreation Area (Franklin County)- Walking, Biking, and Equestrian Trail Map
http://www.franklincountyva.org/parks/park_waid.htm


ROANOKE AREA OUTDOOR RECREATION INFORMATION AND RESOURCES
Outdoor Adventures in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains
www.rvarc.org/bike/outdoorguide.pdf

RoanokeOutside.com-http://www.roanokeoutside.com (under construction). See Roanokeoutide blog for events and news - http://roanokeoutside.wordpress.com. Cycling information - http://www.roanoke.org/cycling

Roanoke.com - Roanoke Times – Outdoors Section
http://www.roanoke.com/outdoors/wb/xp-index

Singletrackreview.com
http://singletrackreview.com

Virginia Trail and Route Inventory (click here)


LOCAL BICYCLE AND OUTDOOR CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
BikeWalkVirginia
Blue Ridge Bicyle Club
Carless Brit Museum
Franklin Freewheelers
Roanoke Cycling Association
Roanoke Outdoor and Social Club
Sharebike.org
Valley Area Shared Trails Network

LOCAL BICYCLE SHOPS, REPAIR, AND RENTAL
Cardinal Bicycle - 2901 Orange Ave, Roanoke - 540.344.2453
Cyclo-Ward Bicycle Repairs - 32 Market Square, SE - 540.344.1499
East Coasters - 3544 Electric Rd, Roanoke - 540.951.2369
Edwards Cycle Service - 52 Edwards Cycle Rd, Fincastle - 540.982.1500
Keirin Culture - 902 13th St., Roanoke - 540.597.6750
Sharebike.org - 32 Market Square, SE - 540.344.1499


ADDITIONAL RESOURCES AND INFORMATION
For more information about bicycle and pedestrian planning in the region, please contact Shane Sawyer at ssawyer@rvarc.org or 540.343.4417.

Regional Commission Receives Bicycle Friendly Business Designation
The Roanoke Valley-Alleghany Regional Commission was designated as a Bicycle Friendly Business at the Bronze level by the League of American Bicyclists. The Regional Commission was the first business in Virginia to receive this designation. Click here to view the Regional Commission's Bicycle Friendly Business profile. Click here for additional information
on the League of American Bicyclists' Bicycle Friendly Business program.
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