League of Illinois Bicyclists

The League of Illinois Bicyclists (LIB) is the statewide advocate for all Illinois bicyclists, promoting bicycle access, education, and safety.

Our Objectives:

• Maintain and increase access to public facilities to enhance the use of bicycles for transportation and recreation.
• Educate bicyclists and motorists about their mutual rights and responsibilites.
• Educate cyclists on safe cycling practices.

How LIB works for you

LIB works with local, state, and federal officials on behalf of bicyclists.

• Advocate bike-friendly road designs
• Promote trail development and funding
• Serve on transportation policy-making committees
• Propose legislation protecting cyclists' rights on the roads
• Facilitate bicycle safety education

LIB works with individual bicyclists to guide their local efforts.

• Alert you about upcoming public meetings and road project studies near you
• Help to get your input to the appropriate road designer or local official
• Distribute bicycle safety information
• Act as a technical resource

LIB works in cooperation with other bicycle organizations.

• Member of national organizations promoting favorable policies and funding levels for bike facilities
• The Chicagoland Bicycle Federation and most local bike clubs in Illinois support and collaborate with LIB

What LIB members get

LIB members get a voice. LIB speaks up for what you and other bicyclists want. We are your liaison to public officials, especially at the local and state levels.

LIB members get information. Join us and receive and quarterly Illinois Bicyclist newsletter, with bicycling developments around the state - plus invitational ride listings for member clubs. Check out our web site. Join our advocacy and ride e-mail listserves. Find out what bicyclists and government agencies are doing to improve conditions for bicyclists.

LIB members get great premiums. If you donate above the membership level, we offer some great premiums provided by Planet Bike in addition to our classic "Illinois Symbols" T-shirt.

Become an LIB member today! Only through our members' support can we continue working for all Illinois bicyclists. Help us to help you!

For more information, contact:
Ed Barsotti, Executive Director
League of Illinois Bicyclists
2550 Cheshire Dr
Aurora, Illinois 60504
Phone: 630-978-0583

LIB membership page

LIB membership form