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May, 2024
 
 

A Note from Executive Director Chloé Lauer

Established in 1956, National Bike Month showcases the many benefits of bicycling — and encourages new riders to give cycling a try. 

We can’t wait to see you TOMORROW, Thursday, May 2nd at our Bike Month Kick-Off Party at Quartyard. Get ready for a proclamation from Councilmember Elo-Rivera, a fun ride, and then amazing live music by Bowersox Band.

Two weeks later, we’ll see you again for Bike Anywhere Day on Thursday, May 16th. Follow the yellow brick BIKE PATH to our Wizard of Oz themed pit stop from 7-10 am.

While we have a long way to go to make cycling as accessible, comfortable, and safe as it can be in San Diego County, we are grateful for all of you who keep us going when we get discouraged. Your presence in our community reminds us that there truly is ‘no place like home.’

In partnership,

Chloé Lauer

Executive Director
 
 
This Month's Sponsors
 
 
ADVOCATE
 
La Mesa Boulevard Complete Streets
 

Our Executive Director Chloé Lauer spoke at La Mesa’s City Council meeting on April 9th in support of the La Mesa Boulevard Complete Streets Segment 1 plan. 
 
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San Diego Pavement Management Plan
 

Chloé also spoke at San Diego’s April 9th City Council meeting in opposition to the City’s Pavement Management Plan.

Excerpt from her comments: “While the PMP answers the basic question – How much will it cost to maintain our city’s roadways as they are today? – it overlooks critical aspects of our city’s future – namely, our climate, safety, and mobility goals.

I urge the city council and the Transportation Department to revise the PMP this year to consider the infrastructure’s 40-50-year lifecycle (rather than the current 5-10 years), center it on Complete Streets, and start with projects that eliminate the High Injury Corridors, often in equity areas.

We must create a maintenance plan for the multi-modal, active transportation street network of the future, not for the roadways of the past.”

 
 
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EDUCATE
 
City Cycling

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.

May 4th @ 10 AM - La Mesa

May 11th @ 9 AM - Downtown

May 11th @ 9 AM - Scripps Ranch

May 18th @ 9 AM - Oceanside

May 18th @ 9 AM - Encinitas
 
Smart Cycling 1 - Solana Beach

May 7th @ 6 PM

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
 
Smart Cycling 2 - Solana Beach

May 11th @ 9 AM

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
 
 
CELEBRATE
 
Make a gift during bike month 
 
Show your support for making bicycling better in San Diego County with a financial gift today. The bicycle coalition needs your support! Your dollars help with the important work of making bicycling a safer and more sustainable mode of recreation and transportation. This month is the perfect time to show your love of all things bicycle by making a monthly or one-time gift. 
 
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Celebrating Success at the 2024 CalBike Summit!
 

SDCBC is proud to have played a key role in making the CalBike Summit such a success!

  • Stephan Vance, Board Chair and Chloé Lauer, Executive Director both served on the steering committee
  • Chloé led a very popular walking tour of downtown from the Summit Location to the office. Janie led the same tour later during the summit!
  • We hosted a very well attending Welcome Event - 70 people strong! 
  • Kevin & Janie led conversation on e-bike policy and educational practice featuring our LCIs and trauma-prevention partners
  • Chloé moderated a lunchtime plenary celebrating the power of grassroots bike groups to drive cultural change through art, creativity, and having fun, centering voices that aren’t typically present at summits
 
Bike Month Kick-Off Party & Ride

May 2nd @ 5:00 PM

Our “Follow the Yellow Brick Bike Path” Bike Month Kick-Off Party launches our month-long celebration of #LifebyBike, 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.
Register here
 
World Migratory Bird Day: Bikes and Birds Group Ride

May 11th @ 11:30 AM

The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition is partnering with San Diego Audubon to bring you a new and unique group ride experience. In celebration of National Bike Month and World Migratory Bird Day, we invite everyone, from novice riders to seasoned birdwatchers, to embark on a journey that combines the joy of cycling with the wonder of bird migration. 
Register here
 
Bike Anywhere Day & SDCBC Pitstop

May 16th @ 7:00 AM

The San Diego County Bicycle Coalition will again be hosting a Pitstop. Our “Wizard of Oz” themed pitstop with free coffee & snacks, photos ops, fun prizes and music!

Join us for a “Bike to Home” group ride (Horton Square to Blind Lady Ale House) – 5:00 PM
Register here
 
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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CycloVia Encinitas

May 19th @ 10 AM

A Car-free Open Streets Event, Pacific Highway 101, D Street to J Street. Enjoy downtown Encinitas in a new way. Explore Downtown Encinitas via bike, on foot or other means of self-powered transportation, free of cars!  Grab your friends and family, bring the bikes and enjoy downtown Encinitas at a different pace.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
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 11th, SDMBA Archipelago Ride - 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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and lastly...
 
In case you missed it...

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

Whistleblower says Caltrans has 'long way to go' to shift away from car culture
 
 
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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