AASHTO Bike Guide Webinar Series, Part 1: Evolution of Bicycle Infrastructure and the AASHTO Bike Guide
Jun 26, 2025
In December 2024, the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) published the fifth edition of its Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities, which provides guidelines for the planning, engineering, and design of bicycle facilities for a wide range of contexts. This webinar series will present details of the latest AASHTO Bike Guide, focusing on updates to the Guide and key considerations for transportation professionals involved in supporting, planning and developing connected networks for bicycling.
In the first episode, panelists introduced the historical context, design philosophy, and major updates in the 2024 AASHTO Bike Guide. By grounding the audience in the evolution of bicycle infrastructure design, it sets a strong foundation for understanding the rationale behind modern best practices. This high-level overview will ensure both new and experienced professionals grasp how safety, comfort, and accessibility are prioritized currently in infrastructure planning and decision-making. This webinar includes:
- Historical timeline of bicycle design guidance.
- Comparison of the 2012 and 2024 AASHTO Bike Guides.
- Introduction to safety-based principles and user-centered approaches to bicycle operations.
- Overview of bicycle planning tools and principles.
Register Here:
https://unc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_l0cnc9I4TPSDP6VmTzz2Zw
Panelists
- Jeremy Chrzan, PE, Toole Design
