r/bikedc • u/hikesbikessquats • 8d ago

Moving to DC 🚲

Hi! I’m moving to DC for a year and I’d like to bring my bike. I’ll be in DuPont circle and Hill East areas. I’m looking for advice re: a couple things:

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  1. what’s a good and friendly bike shop for me t

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  1. my bike to and have built upon arrival? My home bike shop recommended this vs driving with it across country.

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  1. fun and friendly cycling meet ups? I’m no pro, but I love group cycling.

    Currently I join a women’s ride as it fits my schedule but I’m open to any chill and welcoming group that isn’t trying it stay over 19mph. I average 13-18 depending on hills (I am a terrible climber right now).
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  2. what trails do you recommend? I’m primarily a road cyclist

, considering bringing my gravel bike as well

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    I love a good long autumn ride.

Anything else I shouldn’t miss?

Thanks so much!

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u/invalidmail2000 8d ago

For road trails, rock Creek! You can basically go north all the way to Rockville and take red line back.

Mt Vernon along the river south.

Wo&d trail in Virginia(connects with Mt Vernon) and can take it 60 miles out, or just take it to end of silver line and Metro back

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u/hikesbikessquats 7d ago

This sounds awesome. Thank you!