The Latest From The Saddle

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Tyler on the tracks that broke his arm

The Mile That Broke My Arm—and Why I Advocate

  • This post is part of Cascade's ongoing Advocacy pillar, "We Make Riding Better," where we share what we're fighting for in policy and infrastructure, and why.
Tyler Vasquez

Tyler Vasquez

19 Aug 2026
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Let's Go!

Washington State Leads Nation in Kids Bike Safety Education

  • It was a record year for youth bike safety education in Washington state.
  • More than 92,000 elementary and middle school students from 320 schools learned Let’s Go bike safety skills during the 2025-26 school year. 
Riding my electric cargo bike is my favorite thing

Paul Tolmé

13 Aug 2026
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Riders on the Centennial Trail during RSVP

Get Out and Go Ride these WA Trails

  • Summer is for cycling, and nothing beats a trail ride through woodlands and natural areas.
  • In Part II of our series encouraging you to minimize “ultraprocessed time” in favor of healthy outdoor time, we spotlight some of our favorite WA trails.
Riding my electric cargo bike is my favorite thing

Paul Tolmé

3 Aug 2026
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Happy Winthrop rider photo by Dave Acheson

Lee Lambert Answers Your Cascade Tours Questions

  • Cascade’s multi-day Tours are special due to their affordability, scenic destinations and small size.
  • Executive Director Lee Lambert offers his thoughts on what he loves about Cascade Tours – and why you should do one.
Riding my electric cargo bike is my favorite thing

Paul Tolmé

22 Jul 2026
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Photo of Irving

Meet Irving: Cascade Member, Commuter, Recreational Rider, and Bungee Cord Promoter

  • Gen: Millennial
  • Residence: Seattle, WA
  • Owns three bikes - one for every purpose - commuting, recreation, and utility.
  • Just a couple of years ago, the longest distance Irving had ridden was five miles. In 2025, he rode his first STP in two days. In 2026, he's set his sights even higher and plans to ride STP in one day!
Ed Kim

Ed Kim

7 Jul 2026
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School kids with bicycles

Let’s Go Bike Safety Education Brings Communities Together

  • Let’s Go Manager Tom Parker reflects on the journey of bike safety education from the classroom to the community.
Tom Parker

Tom Parker

2 Jul 2026
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Hands high fiving

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