Q: I lost my bike on a Metro Bus. Can you Help?

A: Yes, we can. See our information on Metro Lost Bike Program

Q: Where are you located?

A: 309A 3rd Avenue South, in Seattle
We are next door to Seattle BIKE PORT Pioneer Square (311 3rd Ave South), one block north of the King Street train station, between the Pioneer Square neighborhood and the International District. For directions and a map, check out our How to Find Us page

Q: What do you do?

A: We are advocates for bicyclists and a bike-friendly Washington. Check out our Programs and History for more details.

Q: Are contributions to BAW deductible?

A: YES. The Bicycle Alliance of Washington is 501(c)3 Charitable Organization. Donations to the BAW are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
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Q: How do I rent a bike locker?

A: Bike lockers are at Metro Park-and-Ride stations are available for rent. See our Park-and-Ride Locker page for details.

Q: What is Seattle BIKE PORT? How can I sign up?

A: Seattle BIKE PORT Pioneer Square is a secure bicycle parking facility with 24/7 access, offering related services and support to all cyclists and encouraging the use of bicycles as transportation. Park your bike at Seattle BIKE PORT and you can be assured that your vehicle is secure and covered. More information and Online Registration on the Seattle BIKE PORT page. [note: Bikestation Seattle became Seattle BIKE PORT in February 2010].

Q: What is the Bike Buddy Program?

A: The Bike Buddy program matches experienced bicycle commuters with those looking for tips and guidance in learning how to use their bicycle for transportation (King County). There is also a Spokane Bike Buddy Program, coordinated by the Spokane Bicycle Club and the Bicycle Alliance of Washington.

Q: Can you give me info about bike touring in Washington State?

A: We often get questions about touring Washington State by bicycle. Here are some of the things most people are looking for:

Mountain Passes:

Some folks are surprised to discover that a range of mountains (the Cascades) divides the Puget Sound from Eastern Washington, and the Olympic Mountains take up much of the Olympic Peninsula. If you are traveling around the Olympic Peninsula there's just one main road that goes around (Hwy 101), but you have the option to get off it in a few places. Check the map recommendations (below) for more info.

If you are crossing the Cascades, most people would recommend you use the North Cascades Highway, also known as State Route 20. SR20 is closed in the winter (as are some of the other mountain passes). Find out pass conditions, season closure information, and more at the WA State DOT website.

Like to climb? Read this Seattle Times Article for some challenging climbs: Riding high: our state's best mountain-road bike routes.

Maps:

• Adventure Cycling Association - Bicycle Maps [Pacific Coast and Northern Tier], Tours
• Bike Maps in Washington - Links of Bicycle Maps around the state (some online, others available in hardcopy)
• Bikely - Wiki of recommended bicycle routes

Other:

• For more information about particular areas of the state we recommend contacting the local bike club (see list our of Cycling Clubs in Washington State).
• You can take your bike on a ferry to get to the San Juan Islands or across the Puget Sound. Ferry Schedules and Maps are available at www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries/.
• You can find general tourism info at experiencewa.com.

Q: My Bicyle has been stolen. What can I do?

A: Report the theft to the police. Use stolenbicycleregistry.com, a free online database of stolen bicycles, to register your bicycle. Watch craigslist to look for your bike.

Read how one bicyclist recovered her bike:
Cycle of Justice: UW Student Turns Craigslist Against Bike Thief - 21 April 2009, The Stranger. or read the Complete Story on How Michelle got her Bike Back.