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February 3rd, 2023
 
A Note from Executive Director Andy Hanshaw
 

Now's the time to commit to bicycling and support your Bike Coalition. We have lots of ways you can get involved in 2023.  Why not make this the year to give your time, talent
and a donation to the organization that works to make your ride safer and more enjoyable, wherever you pedal. Have you taken a Smart Cycling class or maybe thought about becoming a bicycling instructor yourself? We can help make it happen!

Our events this year are shaping up to be bigger and better and we are always looking for people to help out at the annual Bike The Bay ride, CicloSDias (Open Streets) and many other events that happen throughout the year. If time limits your availability, the best way you can help is to make a donation or sponsor an event that supports our efforts to advocate, educate and celebrate bicycling and reach more people to support our mission.

So here's to a great year ahead and having us all celebrate a Life by Bike together in 2023.

Cheers and Gears!

Andy Hanshaw

Executive Director
 
 
ADVOCATE
 
Major Progress on Bike Coalition Budget Priorities
 

Over the course of the fall, Bike Coalition staff teamed up with volunteers from Families for Safe Streets San Diego to meet with all nine San Diego City Councilmembers about our budget priorities. Just last week, San Diego’s Independent Budget Analyst released the latest report on Councilmember Budget priorities, and the news is good! Here are some of the highlights:

  • Unanimous support for increased bikeway maintenance
  • Unanimous support for more bikeway and sidewalk construction
  • 8/9 councilmembers supporting a  new bicycle master plan
  • 6/9 councilmembers supporting increased funding for the quick-build bikeways program

We’ll keep pushing for all of these programs until the budget is approved in July. Stay tuned for opportunities to get involved!
 
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Support a Roundabout at the Intersection of Carlsbad Blvd and Tamarack Ave!
 

On February 6th, the Carlsbad Traffic and Mobility Commission will be voting on whether to install a roundabout or a multi-lane traffic signal at the intersection of Carlsbad Blvd. and Tamarack Ave. We love the roundabout because of its proven safety benefits, and the extra space it creates for bike lanes and wider sidewalks. We need your help convincing the City of Carlsbad to install it!

Click the button below to learn more and send a two-click email to the City of Carlsbad supporting the roundabouts!

 
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EDUCATE
 
Smart Cycling 1 - Virtual

February 7th, 6pm

The Smart Cycling Program is a great opportunity to learn how to ride your bike safely! League-Certified instructors will share their wealth of knowledge and make sure you leave feeling comfortable riding on the road and in traffic.
Register here
 
Bike Friendly Driver Class - Carlsbad

February 9th, 6pm

Learn the road rules as they apply to both cars and bicycles in this 1-hour long class. We’ll teach you how to drive legally, safely and respectfully as you share roadways with people on bikes.
Register here
 
Smart Cycling 2 - Mira Mesa

February 11th, 9am

Become a certified Smart Cyclist! This 6 hours on-road course is the 2nd session of our Smart Cycling Course. You must complete session 1 before registering for session 2. 
Register here
 
City Cycling for Ebikers - Oceanside

February 11th, 9am

The City of Oceanside, in partnership with the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, is offering classes this summer which will teach road rules, where to ride, general bike safety, emergency maneuvers, legal rights and responsibilities and will include a guided road ride to put your new skills into action!
Register here
 
City Cycling - Encinitas

February 18th, 9am

The City of Encinitas, in partnership with the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, is offering classes this summer which will teach road rules, where to ride, general bike safety, emergency maneuvers, legal rights and responsibilities and will include a guided road ride to put your new skills into action!
Register here
 
City Cycling - Pacific Beach

February 25th, 10am

The Scripps, in partnership with the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, is offering classes this summer which will teach road rules, where to ride, general bike safety, emergency maneuvers, legal rights and responsibilities and will include a guided road ride to put your new skills into action!
Register here
 
City Cycling - Carlsbad

February 25th, 9am

The Scripps, in partnership with the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, is offering classes this summer which will teach road rules, where to ride, general bike safety, emergency maneuvers, legal rights and responsibilities and will include a guided road ride to put your new skills into action!
Register here
 
 
CELEBRATE
 
Bike Month planning begins

May 2023

Bike month is still a few months away but we are starting to plan some new things for everyone!

Not only will we be hosting the Bike Month Kick-Off Party, but we will be hosting a number of group rides throughout the month with the help from local cycling groups and friends! Of course, who can forget the famous Bike to Work Day! Don’t forget to stop into our pitstop for some fun swag and snacks.

We won’t be able to make Bike Month AMAZING without YOUR help! If you're interested in helping host a local group ride/meet-up please email us today!
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2nd Annual Transportation Expo

Come out with the whole family to learn about active transportation options!

This free event will include FREE helmets and safety gear, interactive activities for all ages, bike and scooter demos, a skills rodeo and more!
Learn More
 
 
Announcements
 
Safer Streets Together - Carlsbad

Community members across Carlsbad are taking a stand for traffic safety by signing onto the Safer

Streets Together pledge. Join this effort and commit to safe walking, biking and driving behaviors every day.
Learn More
 
Volunteering 2023 Launch

Check out the New Volunteer Program Benefits!

Volunteer Orientation

SDCBC Volunteer T-Shirt

Vendor Giveaways 

Invite to Biannual Volunteer Appreciation Party

Private Beer Tastings

Bike Demos

Complimentary Event Entries

Bike Shop Discounts 

and much more.

Effective 2023, Volunteers are encouraged to serve a minimum of 20 hours/year. The more you volunteer, the more rewards you will be able to access. Start accumulating volunteer hours today. Check out our current Volunteer Opportunities.
Volunteers Needed!
 

We’ve plenty of volunteer opportunities ahead in 2023, so check out the calendar and sign up!

  • SDMBA Archipelago Ride - bike valet
  • 2nd Annual Transportation Expo - tabling
  • Gator by the Bay - bike valet
 
Learn More
 
Corporate Sponsorship

2023 is here and we're searching for new and year-round  corporate sponsorships.  Help us connect with bicycle-related and bike-friendly businesses that will support the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition.

Specific event and activity sponsorships are also welcome.
Learn more
 
Weekly Spoke, Season 2

New Episode every month!

Catch up on old episodes on Spotify or our YouTube.
Catch up
 

Community Connections

Community events and activities from across the County
Biking Is Fun
 

Have you been searching for a group ride? Well look no further! 

Follow the new social media group bikingis.fun to learn about local cycling events and groups!

From track to gravel races, you will find a bit of everything for all types of cyclists
 
Learn More
 
 
And finally...
 
In case you missed it...

Relevant news articles and social posts from the prior month to keep you up to date.

SDCBC and the City of Carlsbad team up
New Infrastructure on Florida & Morley Drive

If you drive on Florida Dr. to get between Downtown and North Park, you may have noticed some new changes to the intersection of Florida and Morley Dr.  

What once used to be a 4 way stop, has now been converted to a roundabout that includes protected bike lanes going all 4 directions. This change has led to a smoother flow of traffic and allows cyclists to get between Morley Field and Balboa Park through protected bike lanes. The bike lanes do run through Florida Canyon and will connect to Pershing Dr once that project is completed in Early-Mid 2024

 
Farmers Open Insurance Bike Valet

In case you missed it, we were at the Farmers Open Golf Tournament this past weekend. We provided a FREE bike valet service to anyone who rode to the event. This is a great service we offer to event organizers who know that a good portion of their attendees will cycle if there is a safe space to lock/leave their bikes.


If you're interested having a bike valet service at your next event, email us at bikeparking@sdbikecoalition.org
 
 
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