Hi, Lwallet. Congrats on taking the first steps towards bike commuting. I don’t commute in that area, but I do ride it pretty regularly. Since you’re new to riding DC’s streets, I’d suggest skipping Dupont Circle until you get a bit more confident. I’d start with New Hampshire to R St., and then dropping down on 21st or 22nd. Forget Rock Creek Park. It can be a nice recreational ride, but it’s not direct (and the paths can be more than a little frustrating). The route I suggest puts you on streets with bike lanes and sharrows, which is what you seem to be looking for. Remember, though, they’re not a promise of safety. The best thing you can do is become a better rider – the sort that is comfortable in traffic on roads with or without bike lanes and sharrows. If the May one is too far away, I suggest checking back here, I think we’ll see additional classes added to the schedule soon. There’s also a full-day class offered through Arlington Adult Education here (on May 11). I’m not sure if the fee rises for non-Arlington residents, but the instructor should be able to answer that.
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