Resources
Got questions about trail closures, local bike laws, where to donate a used bike, or what to do if you’re involved in a crash? You’ve come to the right place!
Bike Laws
Get up to speed on Texas state laws and local Houston ordinances related to riding (and driving around) bicycles.
Learn to Ride
Are you or your child looking to learn how to ride a bicycle? We partner with Houston-based Bike Freedom Academy, which empowers riders of all ages to gain confidence and control on two wheels.
Smart Cycling Tips
Should I ride with the flow of traffic or against? How do I know if this bike fits me properly? What’s the best way to lock my bike? These videos from the League of American Bicyclists can help answer these questions and more.
Find Your City Council Member
Do you know who represents you in the Houston City Council? Enter your address to find out.
Find Your State and Federal Representatives
Enter your address to find out who represents you in Congress and in the Texas state legislature.
What to Do if You Crash
Do you know what to do if you’re involved in (or witness) a crash involving a bicyclist?
Trail Closures
Know before you go! Houston Parks Board maintains a map which shows trail closures and detours along the Bayou Greenways.
Find an Attorney
You never know when you’ll need a good lawyer on your side. Our allies at Bike Law have handled thousands of cases on behalf of bicyclists injured in traffic crashes.
Donate a Used Bike
Do you have a bike you no longer need? Volunteers at Freewheels Houston will turn used bikes into a basic transportation for refugees, veterans emerging from homelessness, and other low-income Houstonians.
Register Your Bike
If your bike is stolen, you’ll have much better luck getting it back if you register it. Bike Index is the world’s most widely used bike registry, with over 1,425,000 cataloged bikes, 1,770 community partners and tens of thousands of daily searches.
Get Bike Racks
Do you want better bike parking at your facility, but don’t know where to start? As an authorized dealer of Dero Bike Racks, BikeHouston can help you select the appropriate equipment for your location, handle estimates and custom options, and connect you with an experienced installer.