Created with the League of American Bicyclists, the AARP Bike Audit Tool Kit can be used by local leaders, cycling advocates, groups and individuals to assess and report on the safety and bikeability of a street, intersection or neighborhood — and inspire needed change.

Choose from nine worksheets for use during the bike audit — or download the complete collection. 

There isn't a one-size-fits-all bike for all riders and locations. Here's an illustrated list of 15 bike types along with a bit about who each works well for and in what kind of setting. 

Safe streets help keep bicyclists safe. Safe storage help keep bikes safe. The League of American Cyclists provides guidance for how to create and place bike racks.

The annual AARP Community Challenge grant program funds bike-friendly projects that benefit residents of all ages and cycling skills. See some of what's been done.