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April, 2024
 
 

A Note from Executive Director Chloé Lauer

April showers bring May flowers! 

Hope you are enjoying the break in the rain today and have a chance to get out for a refreshing ride. 

Our team is getting ready for the CalBike Summit here in San Diego in just over two weeks. We are thrilled to be leading four sessions and hosting a Welcome Gathering at our office. Looking forward to seeing many of you there!

We are also preparing for bike month, coming up next month. Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling — and encourage more folks to give biking a try. Save the date for the Bike Month Kick-Off Party and Ride on Thursday, May 2nd and Bike Anywhere Day on Thursday, May 16th.

In partnership,

Chloé Lauer

Executive Director
 
 
This Month's Sponsors
 
 
ADVOCATE
 
SDCBC responds to Hit-and-Run on State Route 76

Chloé Lauer, our Executive Director, was interviewed for Channel 10 news after a hit and run raised safety concerns for cyclists on state route 76 in Oceanside.
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EDUCATE
 
All About Ebikes - La Mesa (virtual)

April 11th @ 6 PM

What are electric bicycles? How do the rules of the road apply to ebikers? Why are these things so popular all the sudden? Join us for this Zoom presentation and interactive discussion All About Ebikes! During the presentation we'll cover road safety, where to ride, how e-bikes work, what kind of maintenance they need, and how to use them.
Register here
 
City Cycling - Downtown

April 13th @ 10 AM

The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition is offering classes 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!  Click below to sign up for a class in your area.
Register here
 
City Cycling - Oceanside

April 20th @ 9 AM

The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition is offering classes 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!  Click below to sign up for a class in your area.
Register here
 
 
CELEBRATE
 
Seen at the 2024 National Bike Summit
 

Our Executive Director Chloé Lauer and Education Programs Manager Kevin Baross presented at the National Bike Summit on Best Practices for Teaching on E-Bike Cycling Education
 
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Stroll the Boulevard - Community Bike Ride

April 5th @ 5:30 PM

Join us for a short ride followed by exploring the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Stroll the Boulevard event! Food & Drink Specials, Live Entertainment, and Local Artists & Vendors will be on El Cajon Boulevard between Illinois and Idaho Streets!
Register here
 
SESD Transportation Expo - Group Ride & Bike Skills Rodeo

April 6th @ 9 AM

Come out with the whole family to learn about active transportation options! This free event includes FREE helmets and safety gear, interactive activities for all ages, mobility demos, a skills rodeo, guided family bike ride and more! Join the Group Ride. The Bike Coalition will lead a family-friendly group ride that will depart Teralta Park.
Register here
 
Bike Month Kick-Off Party
 

May 2nd @ 5 PM

Our “Follow the Yellow Bike Path” Bike Month Kick-Off Party launches our month-long celebration of #Life by Bike, inspired by our May 16th pitstop theme of “The Wizard of Oz.”  Join us for group rides, fun events like “Bike to Anywhere” day, and lots of chances to win bike accessories.
 
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Bike Month T-Shirt Design Contest

In preparation for Bike Month 2024, we’re challenging you to come up with an awesome design for our Bike Month t-shirt! The winning design will be featured on the front of our 2024 t-shirt! Whether you’re a graphic designer, a talented artist, or love drawing bikes, we want to see how creative you can get!
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SDCBC at the California Bike Summit
 

May 17 - 19,  Wyndham San Diego Bayside

The SDCBC Team will be speaking at the CalBike Summit:

  • Wednesday, April 17th: Mobile Session: Downtown San Diego Walking Route
  • Friday, April 19th: E-Bike Education for Youth and Adults: the Why and the How
  • Friday, April 19th: Lunch Plenary: How Artistry, Creativity and Community Move Culture: Diverse Grassroots Bike Groups in San Diego Leading the Mobility Evolution
  • Friday, April 19th: Mobile Session: Downtown San Diego Walking Route (repeat of Wednesday’s session)

 
 
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Announcing "Bike Local Day"

May 18th

SANDAG officials are adding a new event this spring to go
along with Bike to Anywhere Day called Bike Local Day. 

Bike Local Day will encourage families and individuals to bike within their communities and take advantage of promotions from participating local businesses. 

The county will be divided into six regions for Bike Local Day: north coastal, north inland, central, eastern, south county and north city.
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Save the Date!
North American Cycling Courier Championship

Sep 17th - 22nd

Get ready to pedal into the pulse-pounding action of the North American Cycling Courier Championship, coming to the sunny streets of San Diego from September 17th to the 22nd. This exhilarating event brings together the fastest and most skilled couriers from across the continent to compete in a series of adrenaline-fueled races. Against the backdrop of San Diego's iconic landmarks and bustling urban landscape, cyclists will showcase their agility, speed, and strategic prowess as they navigate challenging routes and conquer the city's dynamic terrain. Join us for a week of high-speed thrills and fierce competition, as we witness the ultimate test of endurance and skill in the heart of Southern California.

Early bird registration is active for the month of April!
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Become a Volunteer with SDCBC

Have you been wondering how you can get more involved? Volunteer with the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition this year. Support us in Advocacy related projects. Celebrate with us at events around the County. We need your support and skills as we educate the community and make San Diego County a better place for cyclists.
Volunteer Orientation

We have new volunteer orientations on the calendar for 2024!  If you haven't already attended a volunteer training, please sign-up today.

All Volunteers are required to attend a Volunteer Orientation.
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Volunteer Opportunities

We have new volunteer opportunities to start 2024. Check out the volunteer resource webpage, sign up for Volunteer interest, and look for upcoming Volunteer opportunities.

  • May 5th, Carlsbad Street Faire - bike valet
  • May 11-12, Gator by the Bay - bike valet
  • Jun 22nd, Ocean Beach Street Faire - bile valet
  • Jun 23rd, Carlsbad Art in the Village - bike valet
  • Nov 3rd - Carlsbad Street Faire - bike valet
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Shop and Support

We all know AmazonSmile was discontinued.  For several years you could support SDCBC while shopping Amazon.  But other businesses have offered to partner with SDCBC and provide new and exciting shopping discounts and fundraising opportunities.

Our current featured fundraising partnership is with Farm Fresh to You.  Sign up or use the discount code and 10% will go to SDCBC. Use code: SDBIKECOALITION
 
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Community Connections

Community events and activities from across the County
 
Bikes and Books

April 2nd @ 6 PM

"Bikes & Books" is encouraging cycling with the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition and a "talk about whatever you are reading or listening to" meet-up at World Famous Restaurant.  
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This Month's Sponsors
 

Cafe Moto

EVARI - GIS Consulting

The Book Catapult
 

 

300 15th St
San Diego, CA 92101
United States
 

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