Author Archives: Louise McGrody

Louise has been with Washington Bikes since 1994 and is often referred to as its institutional memory. Her community outreach efforts for the WA Bikes have spawned the formation of several local friends groups, including Friends of Burke Gilman Trail in Seattle and the Fish Lake Trail Action Group in Spokane. She has a passion for the outdoors and is happiest when exploring it by bike, skis or hiking boots. She also likes to knit and has been known to stash small knitting projects in her cycling panniers and backpacks.

Exploring the Methow Valley on two wheels

By Louise McGrody | Published July 23, 2013

When you think of outdoor recreation in the Methow Valley, it likely brings to mind […]

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June prize winners announced for National Bike Challenge

By Louise McGrody | Published July 16, 2013

Washington bicyclists continue to rack up the miles as they participate in the National Bike […]

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Biking, Walking, Livable Streets to Take Center Stage at Seattle Mayoral Forum

By Louise McGrody | Published June 26, 2013

Eight Seattle mayoral candidates will discuss their plans for making the city’s streets great for […]

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ARTCRANK Makes Seattle Debut With Bikes, Art and Beer

By Louise McGrody | Published June 25, 2013

International poster show rolls into town June 29 for a bike party featuring 24 local […]

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Upcycle your used bike tubes!

By Louise McGrody | Published June 24, 2013

Have you patched your bike tube for the last time? Don’t throw it away—upcycle it! […]

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Ride Around Puget Sound to support bicycling

By Louise McGrody | Published June 23, 2013

Thanks to Kristin Kinnamon of Marysville for submitting this post. A past board member for […]

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Cyclepedia: Iconic Bicycle Design

By Louise McGrody | Published June 18, 2013

Catch 40 extraordinary bicycles that will bedazzle and maybe even bewilder you. In its only […]

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May winners announced for National Bike Challenge

By Louise McGrody | Published June 15, 2013

The National Bike Challenge is off to an amazing start nationally with 30,000 riders signed […]

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Tell us about your favorite Washington bike trail!

By Louise McGrody | Published June 10, 2013

Washingtonians are blessed with an amazing asset: bike trails. Our state is home to many […]

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Kirkland Walk & Roll Safety Fair is this Friday!

By Louise McGrody | Published June 4, 2013

Calling all kids (and parents): This Friday is Kids Day at the Juanita Friday Market […]

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