Paving the Way: A Trailnet Soiree 

Save the date and get ready to celebrate! Trailnet’s annual Paving the Way Soiree returns on Wednesday, November 5, at The Hall at Olive + Oak. Tickets are on sale now! Whether you’re a longtime Trailnet member, a first-time rider, or anywhere in between, we hope you'll join us for a night of connection and celebration. Proceeds from the Soiree will fuel our mission to create healthy, active, and vibrant communities where walking, biking, and public transit are a way of life.

Get your Soiree tickets here

That evening, we’ll also present our 2025 MAP Awards, honoring Trailnet’s most exceptional Member, Advocate, and Partner of the year — people who are paving the way for a safer, more connected St. Louis. (Who would YOU nominate?)

Enter your nominations HERE!

Tell the USDOT that you support funding for bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure projects by Sept. 8

Every five years, Congress renews the transportation bill that sets national funding priorities. The current one — the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law — expires September 30, 2026. USDOT Secretary Sean Duffy wants to hear feedback on “any aspect of Federal transportation infrastructure policy to inform the surface transportation reauthorization process.” This is your chance to help ensure bike and pedestrian-friendly policies and funding are implemented. 

The League of American of American Bicyclists has a helpful post about this, including what kind of comments are helpful and why. Click the button below to submit your comments. 

Help ensure bike and pedestrian-friendly policies HERE

Take the MoDOT Long Range Transportation Plan Survey by Sept. 12 to help shape the Show-Me State’s 25-year vision for transportation

The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) is seeking feedback on the goals and objectives for the update to their Long-Range Transportation Plan. This is a chance to encourage MoDOT to prioritize safety and resources for people who walk, bike, and use transit.

Missourians for Responsible Transportation have provided information on this survey and tips for filling it out. Click the button below to take the survey.

Help shape Missouri's 25-year vision for transportation HERE

The Giro Della Montagna, presented by Wheelhouse Bicycle Co, is our showcase of the City of St. Louis. Join us for one of three exciting routes — 18, 31, or 51 miles! If you're a Trailnet member, this is your last chance to use one of your rides vouchers in 2025 (Ride the Rivers is not eligible). If you have any questions about using your vouchers, please don't hesitate to reach out to [email protected].

Register for Giro Della Montagna

Ride the Rivers Century Classic is Trailnet's flagship ride, and the most unique 100 mile ride in the Midwest! This epic ride will take you through rolling hills, orchards, quaint towns, and on a river ferry — with incredible SAG support!

Want to join in on the century fun with fewer miles? The 100km Metric Century comes in at 64 miles! You'll ride through many of the same landscapes as the 100 mile Century while enjoying the same benefits and support. 

Ride the Rivers is our last ride of the season — we hope to see you there! 

Register for Ride the Rivers

Trailnet Champion of the Month: Nick Chabarria

As Public Affairs Senior Specialist at AAA Missouri, Nick was instrumental in passing Missouri’s new hands-free driving law. He’s helping lead the charge against distracted driving - and partnering with Trailnet to make our roads safer. 

Read more about Nick Chabarria

Funder Highlight: Goetz Group

We’re grateful to the Goetz Group for their steadfast support! In addition to being Trailnet Business Members, they’ve been sponsors of our Paving the Way Soirée for the past two years.

What We're Reading

• States rethink a long-held practice of setting speed limits based on how fast drivers travel - Associated Press
• Ride to Survive - Terrain Magazine
• Moving to a walkable city can add more than 1,000 steps to your day: Study  - ABC News
• Ethical Infrastructure Matters, Even When City Budgets Are Under Strain - Next City