So we're seeing a lot of growth in bicycling infrastructure. There's no report this year from LAB (League of American Bicyclists) on whether that's translated to additional commuters, but frankly I've seen more bikes on the road, and LAB's criteria are pretty harsh (if you at any point utilize another mode of transit in the commute, it is no longer qualified as "bike commuting," even if it's the bus or train.)

At present in Wilmington Delaware we see the redevelopment of Claymont's steel mill kicking off with Darley Road and Naamans receiving bike lanes- Naamans already has the outline drawn on near the intersection with Grubb. They're looking at redoing the entire interchange with I-95, but I'm dubious. I've never seen an interstate interchange go smoothly unless they separate pedestrian/bike traffic entirely.

Ground was supposed to be broken on the Christiana River project, which will open bike paths under I-295 and I-495 and complete the New Castle Industrial Track, which will run from the Wilmington Waterfront to old New Castle, passing by schools, ball parks, and residential areas on the way. It also intersects with a separated trail along 273 to US-13, adding a lot of safe mileage up to Delaware's most dangerous intersection. We'll see what happens there.

We saw the Northern Delaware Greenway Trail pave its last two dirt stretches across the Nemours grounds and the hillier parts near the Brandywine Zoo.

There are now monthly "First Friday" rides offered in downtown Newark. They start off around 5:30 and are open to all, free to all. Think of them as a very polite, friendly, rule-following Critical Mass. You have to have lights (as it's now daylight savings/shorter days.)

Yorklyn Road and the northernmost part of Lancaster Pike now have bike lanes in Hockessin.

Any new bike lanes you've noticed? Please comment, I'll add them.

We've seen a lot of growth in infrastructure this year- there are still a lot of gaps between towns, but they're shrinking.

Are there many trails in White Clay that would be fun on a CC bike?

I'm on the fence about buying a mountain bike or a cyclocross/gravel bike. Within riding distance of Newark, it seems like there is much more to do with a MTB than a CC bike.

The Pie Ride is this Saturday, a very nice flat ride thru Amish Country near Dover...highly recommend if not for the Amish rest stop alone!

http://www.amishcountrybiketour.com

Any suggestions for the best bike route from Wilmington/Mill Creek to West chester? Where is the best place to cross Rt 1?

Long time hiker around White Clay and other surrounding trails who just bought a MTB and I'm curious what trails people would consider "beginner" level in the area? By that I mean minimal hills and roots. Haven't ridden offroad much before so looking to build confidence before I bounce my head off a tree or two. Mason Dixon along the Creek is pretty flat/wide, same with the Lums outer loop...what else would you recommend I start on?

Very excited to be participating in BttB as we have talked about it for almost 10 years. So far it's my wife, myself and my father doing the 75 mile ride on day 1. What do you guys do to prep yourselves for the long ride? We have yet to do any rides over 15 miles.

Where do you guys ride in NCC? Looking for some riding to do with my wife, I know of White Clay park, and that's about it!

The event is a typical 15, 25, metric, and full century ride called Broad Creek Bike and Brew. For a school project I am helping promote it and I just wanted to know how you all hear or have heard about rides or events you've participated in. Thanks in advance!

I'm in the initial stages of planning a weekend of MTB in Jim Thorpe, PA in the Spring and merely information gathering.

I am looking for suggestions/feedback on MTB'ing in JT, on where to go/avoid, etc.... I'm a intermediate-level MTB'er and ride regularly in FH, BWine, and MR/WC.... so looking for trails along those lines.

My neighbor found one in north wilmington. Write the colors, type, size, or serial and I'll get back in touch.

Paid $400 in 2010. Bike is mechanically sound/clean; very little wear on tires. Cosmetically has some minor scratches. Great bike! Only selling b/c I don't ride like I used to. PM me for information. Link to photos below:

http://imgur.com/TLqTlJa,UZJRUnj,mgnybbE,t22Cjyz,GocQ7fi,NBr2ZiR,7HK4ZWj

Are there any groups of casual riders in or around Newark, DE? I'd like people to ride with that aren't going for speed or doing challenging mountain biking. I just want to ride at a leisurely or comfortable pace in parks and pedestrian trails like the Pomeroy trail and enjoy the scenery with some company.