About

Time to make your voice heard!

2024 Comprehensive Plan Updates
Bike for Pie August 25th, 2024
Squeaky Wheels' Mission:

Make cycling on Bainbridge Island efficient, safe, and fun
Bicycle Lighting

Squeaky Wheels

Mission:

Make cycling on Bainbridge Island efficient, safe, and fun

Who we are:

Squeaky Wheels loves to bike and promote fun events that inspire others to ride too. We advocate for major infrastructure improvements to make cycling a safe choice for transportation, recreation and a part of Bainbridge Islanders’ everyday lives.

Background:

The organization was founded in 1994 by a group of bicyclists concerned about bicycle safety and access on the island. Squeaky Wheels is recognized by the IRS as a 501 (c) 3 not-for-profit organization. Donations to Squeaky Wheels may be tax-deductible – you should consult a tax expert to confirm.

Squeaky Wheels is an all-volunteer organization with a board of directors. The current board membership is shown below.

Come to a Meeting!

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. on the second Monday monthly
at Marge Williams Center
221 Winslow Way W # 307

(We often meet on Zoom, if you would like to attend a meeting, contact us.)

Contact Us

General Information and Volunteering:
info@squeakywheels.org

Business:
secretary@squeakywheels.org

Policy:
president@squeakywheels.org

Board Members:

Joe Edgell, Paula Holmes-Eber, Alyse Nelson, Elizabeth Ozimek, Arthur Peterson, Richard Potter, Peter Stoddard, Tim Wentzel.

Latest Topics

2024 Comprehensive Plan Updates – Time to make your voice heard!

2024 Comprehensive Plan Updates – Time to make your voice heard!Squeaky Wheels will comment on the DEIS also. We plan to share our comments with you in a future newsletter. We will also have a template for you to consider adding to your own comments back to the City. Be on the lookout for that towards the end of the month! Comments are due back to the City no later than October 10 at 4 pm. Click here The City’s Open Houses beginning this September for the Draft Environmental Impact Statement for the 2024 Comprehensive Plan update, which affects biking and walking on our island. There are a total of five open houses:•Island Center (9/14, 10 am – noon)•Rolling Bay (9/14, 3-5 pm)•Lynwood Center (9/15, 12:30-12:30 pm)•Day Road (9/16, 4-6 pm)•Islandwide (9/18, 5-7 pm, childcare available with advance registration) Get the specifics here: https://cityofbainbridgeisland.civilspace.io/en/projects/2024-comprehensive-plan-periodic-update We encourage you to speak up about transportation! How does it impact your daily life now, and how can our plans build toward a future where walking and bicycling are safe, convenient, and comfortable for many daily trips for residents of all ages? [...] Read more...

Squeaky Wheels takes the Week Without Driving Challenge – How about you?

Squeaky Wheels takes the Week Without Driving Challenge – How about you?Join Squeaky Wheels in the #WeekWithoutDriving from September 30th to October 6th, as we step into the daily lives of the nearly one-fourth of Americans who depend on walking, transit, and other means of transportation due to disability, age, or economic constraints. As an organization committed to bicycling, we know it is important to break down mobility barriers and highlight the critical intersection of economic, environmental, public health, transportation and social equity issues. Throughout the week, we’ll share impactful stories and insights, highlighting the vital role of accessible mobility in enhancing community wellbeing. Join us on this eye-opening experience. This is our chance to build a more connected, equitable community. For more information, visit weekwithoutdriving.org. Share your photos and stories from your #WeekWithoutDriving and be sure to @bisqueakywheels! [...] Read more...

Squeaky Chilly Hilly Volunteers Rock!

Squeaky Chilly Hilly Volunteers Rock! Read more...

Recap of An Evening with Tom Fucoloro

Recap of An Evening with Tom FucoloroWe had a full house at our Evening with Tom Fucoloro event on February 15th. Thanks to everyone who joined us! Tom gave an informative and entertaining presentation on his book Biking Uphill in the Rain. After his presentation, we had an engaging Q&A session moderated by Barb Chamberlain, the Active Transportation Director for Washington State Department of Transportation. The event was made possible with the support of many Island sponsors: Bainbridge Greenways, Strawberry Hill Bike Park, Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails, Eleven Winery, Bainbridge Island Cycle Shop, Classic Cycle, and Eagle Harbor Book Company. Didn’t pick up your copy of the book yet? Go to Eagle Harbor Book Company to pick up the great read! Also, if you are interested in staying in the know about Seattle bicycle efforts, check out Tom’s blog – the Seattle Bike Blog! [...] Read more...

Bicycle Lighting

Bicycle LightingWe are past the dark days of Winter and moving toward Springtime. Even though the days are getting longer hours of light, it is still important to use your bike lights.ImageThe red lights on the rear of the bike help alert vehicle drivers coming up behind you, even in daylight. It is even better to have them flashing to help catch the drivers eye. Using flashing lights in the daytime increase the chance for the drivers to see you far in advance of passing you on the road. Make sure the lights are clearly visible just below your seat, on the outside of your backpack or on your helmet. Having multiple lights helps also for better visibility. Remember to use as much lighting as possible during the day or night for the best visibility. I have come across a few bikers in the dark, only to notice them in enough time to avoid hitting them. It appears they may not have been aware their lights were out or not turned on. One biker did not have any rear lighting. I wonder how concerned they are for their own safety. Image Daytime front lights are also important. Should you get into an accident, it reduces the chance of a driver claiming that somehow they could not see you and placing the blame for their not paying attention on you. Bicycling injuries can be life changing as the bike rider has the greatest risk when riding versus a car. It is best to make sure drivers can see you at all times. –Richard Potter, SW Treasurer [...] Read more...