June 2013 News

Bike Path Beach Bash to Marina del Rey, Sponsored by Metro!

Cool off on two wheels along the Ballona Bike Path and go car free to the sea!

On Saturday, June 29th, 2013, through a sponsorship by Metro, C.I.C.L.E., with the Walk ‘n Rollers, will kick off the summer with a ride along the mural speckled Ballona Creek Bike Path to the sea! This path is a fully protected bicycle path making it an ideal opportunity to ride a longer distance without vehicle traffic whizzing by or the congestion of CicLAvia. The ride will make stops at Overland Ave. and Centinela Ave. to learn about the Creek and the watershed. These stops will also serve as alternative starting points for participants who would like a shorter ride, arriving at 11:20am and 11:45am respectively.  Participants will learn about points of interest to explore when we reach the shore and will be given one hour to spend at the beach for lunch, a picnic, or to take a dip in the water. We encourage cyclists to pack up their bike baskets with food, sunscreen, beach gear, and water.

As with all C.I.C.L.E. rides, this ride is family-friendly, leisurely paced and will return to the starting point. C.I.C.L.E. rides are fully supported, led by trained Ride Leaders and volunteers. This ride is approximately 14 miles with alternative starting points for shorter route options.

When: Saturday, June 29th, 2013

Time: Meet at 10:30 am, ride leaves promptly at 11:00 am.  The ride will return to the starting point by 2pm

Where: La Cienega/Jefferson Expo Line Station.  Accessible by Metro Expo Line and Metro buses 38, 105 and 217. Plan your trip at metro.net.

Alternative starting point at Overland Ave. at Ballona Creek Bike Path: 11:20 am

Alternative starting point at Centinela Ave. at Ballona Creek Bike Path: 11:45 am

What to bring: Bring water, snack and a bicycle in good working order. This ride is FREE and open to anyone, but all participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 MUST wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

About Metro: Metro is the planner, operator and builder of LA County’s expanding public transportation system. The agency plays an important role in bicycle planning across LA County, funding more than $155.5 for bicycle projects since 1993, facilitating first mile/last mile connections to transit and supporting bicycle transportation through various policies and programs. Metro’s sponsorship of CICLE events helps fulfill the agency’s goals of encouraging bicycle trips and promoting safe cycling skills.

Announcement: Metro to sponsor 20 community rides with C.I.C.L.E.!

Metro has announced its sponsorship of 20 community bicycle rides throughout Los Angeles County with C.I.C.L.E.! The official announcement was released on May 13th, 2013.

Between Bike Week 2013 and Bike Week 2015,  Metro and C.I.C.L.E. will organize bicycle rides with iconic and historic destinations and accessible routes to encourage new (and veteran) bicyclists to explore and enjoy the streets in their own communities on two wheels.  This new partnership started off with a homerun with an epic bicycle adventure from Union Station to Dodger Stadium at Chavez Ravine. These community rides aim to connect folks to the communities and the history of the communities, and expand the bicycling community in Los Angeles County. C.I.C.L.E. will partner with other bike groups and local nonprofits each month to facilitate outreach and to help lead the rides.  We are excited about these new excursions and partnerships!

Bikes, Baseball and Dodger Blue Ride Recap!

Sponsored by Metro, C.I.C.L.E. and the Eastside Bike Club hosted a bicycle ride on game day between Union Station and Dodgers Stadium! One hundred cyclists and fans came to ride up, up, up the hill, carried by pre-game Dodger spirit and iconic baseball tunes. At the top, we were warmly welcomed at the stadium by Hall of Famer Tommy Lasorda for autographs and photo ops. Participants enjoyed an exclusive tour of the stadium and watched hundreds of pups trot by during Bark in the Park Night’s dog parade. The power of bicycles helped break the Dodger’s eight game losing streak with an incredibly exciting win! C.I.C.L.E. and the Eastside Bike Club made it on to the jumbotron to share with the rest of the stadium how we arrived at game day and encouraged others to kick off Metro’s Bike Week LA on two wheels as well!

Thanks to our sponsor, Metro, to our incredible partners; Eastside Bike Club and the Dodgers and to the many, many wonderful, committed volunteers that made this epic event possible. We appreciate your support and we would not have been able to do this without you!

Route Map to Dodger Stadium!

As part of the these Metro sponsored rides, route maps have been created so that you can recreate the fun of the ride, find bicycle facilities, transit stations and other sites of interest in Los Angeles County.  Click here to download the Bike, Baseball and Dodger Blue RIDE MAP!

 

 

Bike Week Pasadena Recap!

The 7thAnnual Bike Week Pasadena has come and gone but its incredible impact will roll on! From May 13th to May 18th, C.I.C.L.E. and the City of Pasadena coordinated a plethora of exciting bicycle events to give community members a glimpse into what every week of the year could look like on a bike! Hundreds of participants joined us to explore exciting new routes, indulge in Pasadena’s tastiest restaurants, sip post-work cold brews, and enjoy freebies and films under the stars.

Monday night’s Taste of Pasadena ride kicked off the week with an overflowing amount of indulgence!  Thank you to our wonderful sponsors (Blaze Pizza, Rounds Burgers, Real Food Daily, Whole Foods, and The Luggage Room) who kept our bellies full and our smiles wide!

We dedicated Wednesday to all the women on two wheels with a quick-fix repair clinic at Paseo Colorado with Team Luna Chix, raffles and a beautiful ride through the streets of Pasadena. So many participants joined the evening, which included an extra surge of energy at Jones Coffee Roasters for some coffee and freebies!

Thursday evening, Incycle Bicycles and C.I.C.L.E. hosted a Bike Home From Work Shift Park, sponsored by New Belgium Brewing.  Over 100 participants stopped by on their way back from work for discounts, bicycle safety checks and crispy delicious Shift brews on the house!

Friday was filled with bikes, peddle-powered ice cream from the Peddler’s Creamery, delicious freebies from Whole Foods Market Arroyo (oh the pretzels!) and a laugh-out-loud screening of Napolean Dynamite. Participants brought friends, families and dates for a wonderful evening at One Colorado!

C.I.C.L.E. wrapped up the Bike Week with the Kids Costume Bicycle Ride through Pasadena. Thank you to the Pasadena police for escorting the ride and everyone who joined us. The winner of the costume parade went to our favorite little boy dressed as car riding a bicycle!

Thanks to everyone who chose bikes during Bike Week, we hope you will continue the spirit of Bike Week beyond May! A big thanks to the City of Pasadena for their support and partnership on Bike Week Pasadena.  Special thanks to all of our sponsors and the wonderful volunteers who made these events happen, you rock and we can’t do it without you!

Upcoming Classes

Traffic Basics Class:

Did you know that you can avoid many of the car-bicycle collisions by knowing how to ride properly in the street? In the class, you’ll learn basic principles of bicycle and traffic safety through instruction and live street experience.  The first portion of the class will include a presentation and participatory discussion on safety and skills. The second portion of class, you’ll need your bike, because we’ll be hitting the road for an easy ride that will put what you learned into practice.

When: June 8th: 11am-1:00pm
Where: 505 S. Wilson Ave, Pasadena CA.  Ground-Floor meeting room
Price: Free.  Caltech’s BikeLab generously subsidized this class.
RSVP to: bike@cicle.org.  Space is limited.

Learn to Ride:

Have you always wanted to ride a bike but never learned how? This class is for adults who are getting on that bike for the first time.

Sunday, June 9th: 9am-11am at Eagle Rock Plaza

Sunday, June 9th: 11:30am-1:30pm at Eagle Rock Plaza

Sunday, June 30th: 9am-11am at Eagle Rock Plaza

KNOW YOUR BICYCLE INFRASTRUCTURE: Class I Bikeways

Tired of cars whizzing by a little too closely? A Class I Bikeway, or a Bike Path, provides a completely separated right of way exclusively for you on your bike! Bike Paths are created for the exclusive use of bicycles and pedestrians with minimal motorist crossflow (according to the Streets and Highway Code Section 890.4).  What does this mean?

This means that you are physically separated from fast moving cars and traffic! Whew. On any Bike Path there are physical barriers that could include natural barriers (like rivers or mountains), parked cars, stanchions, a low curb, bollards, concrete islands or something similar to create the protected bike path and a protected cyclists. The LA River or Ballona Creek Bike Path are perfect examples of care-free, protected Class I Bikeways! Go ahead, ride with the wind in your face, not an exhaust pipe.

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

13th Annual Los Angeles River Ride Sunday
June 9th at 7am
Join the LACBC for bikes, music, great food, and 8 different ride options along the LA River!

CicLAvia: Iconic Wilshire Boulevard Sunday
June 23rd at 9am
On Sunday, June 23rd, CicLAvia returns with the Iconic Wilshire Boulevard route with extended hours from 9am-4pm and what will be the most walkable CicLAvia yet!

Bike Path Beach Bash to Marina del Rey!
June 29th at 10:30am
Cool off on two wheels along the Ballona Bike Path and go car free to the sea!

LET YOUR VOICE ROLL! Act, Move, Participate:

Write a Letter
Write a letter of gratitude for the coming Bike Lanes on Colorado Blvd!  Let Councilmember Huizar and the LADOT know that you appreciate their efforts to make Los Angeles more bicycle friendly.  This feedback will help city officials know there is strong support for these street changes.  Letters can be sent to: nate.hayward@lacity.org, kevin.ocubillo@lacity.org, tim.fremaux@lacity.org, nate.baird@lacity.org.

Better Bikeways with California Bike Coalition
Bicyclists deserve Better Bikeways! Support the California Bike Coalition’s efforts to pass a bill in California for safer and more protected bikeway designs so that everyone can enjoy bicycling safely. Learn more, download the letter, fill it out, send it in and ride on!

Volunteer with C.I.C.L.E.!
Calling social butterflies, photographers & party planners! Connect with rad folks, share your skills and volunteer with C.I.C.L.E.!

May 2013 News

Bike Week Pasadena – May 13th-18th, 2013

It’s finally here! Hop on your bike and ride along for the 7th Annual Bike Week Pasadena, May 13th-18th, 2013. Bike week provides a peek into what every week of the year could look like, feel like, and involve from the beginning of the day to the very end, using a bicycle as an enjoyable, sustainable and easy mode of transportation.

All Bike Week Pasadena activities are free and open to the public. Events include:

Monday night’s Taste of Pasadena Ride kicks off the week with an explosion of flavor. Bring your bike and your appetite for pedal-powered tour of Pasadena’s tastiest dishes.

Wednesday is dedicated Ladies Night and supporting women on two wheels with a quick-fix repair clinic at Paseo Colorado with Team Luna Chix and a social ride through the streets of Pasadena, stopping at Jones Coffee Roasters for door prizes!

Thursday morning, stop by the Pasadena City Hall pit-stop for coffee, snacks, safety tips and be recognized and appreciated for your new (or renewed!) commitment to commuting on two wheels!

Thursday evening, zip into Incycle Bicycles for C.I.C.L.E.’s Bike Home From Work Shift Party. Spruce up your ride and grab some grub, drinks and discounts along the way! New Belgium Brewing will be treating all commuters (21 and over) to their famously delicious Shift brews.

Enjoy Friday evening under the stars for a moonlight ride to a Bike-in movie. Catch Napolean Dynamite on the big screen at One Colorado with friends, family or a cute date. Check out the special foodie deals galore!

Saturday, roll through the Kids’ Costume Bike Parade, with a special appearance by the Mayor! Wear your favorite whacky costumes (for you and your bike!) as we explore safe routes to your favorite spots alongside some exciting music and beats! Enjoy food, prizes and other goodies during this fun-filled event.

Go to www.cicle.org for a complete list of events. Let us know what events you’ll join us at on our Facebook page! To join C.I.C.L.E.’s volunteer family and lend a hand during Bike Week Pasadena, please sign up!

Bike Week Pasadena 2013 is a joint effort by the City of Pasadena and C.I.C.L.E. to promote bicycling as a safe and sustainable mode of transportation.

April’s Urban Ex RECAP: Pasadena’s Earth and Arts Festival Street Art Bicycle Ride:

On Aril 20th, about 60 riders joined C.I.C.L.E. at the Pasadena Earth and Arts Festival for beautiful tour of Pasadena street art! From “The Fork in the Road” to the “Jackie and Mack Robinson Memorial”, participants experienced Pasadena’s dynamic canvas of public art and deep history of community connection.

Artist Brian Carlson welcomed riders and introduced his piece, “The Phantasmagoria of Joy,” explaining its meaning and history. We were very lucky to have this unique insight during the ride! A huge thanks to Brian for coming out to share his creation with us!

Hugs, high fives and so much gratitude, as always, for our wonderful team of committed ride leaders! Our volunteers consistently create safe and friendly riding environments; we can’t do it without you!

 

 

C.I.C.L.E. was presented with the Pasadena Green City Award!

During the Pasadena Earth and Arts Festival, C.I.C.L.E. was presented with the Pasadena Green City Award for improving bike commuting throughout Los Angeles County by hosting over 100 Learn to Ride and Safety workshops reaching over 1,000 participants and partnering with the City of Pasadena to offer annual Bike Week Pasadena events.

 

Upcoming Classes:

Did you know that you can avoid many of the car-bicycle collisions by knowing how to ride properly in the street? In the class, you’ll learn basic principles of bicycle and traffic safety through instruction and live street experience.  The first portion of the class will include a presentation and participatory discussion on safety and skills. The second portion of class, you’ll need your bike, because we’ll be hitting the road for an easy ride that will put what you learned into practice.

 
When: June 8th: 11am-12:30pm
Where: 505 S. Wilson Ave, Pasadena CA.  Ground-Floor meeting room
Price: Free.  Caltech’s BikeLab generously subsidized this class.
RSVP to: bike@cicle.org.  Space is limited.

SAFETY TIP of the Month:  So Happy Together! More than solo, riding with others!

Whether you are riding with your boo or in a large group, keep these tidbits of insight in mind for an easy, breazey, safe ride!

Ride predictably! Straight, smooth, and consistent! Sudden accelerations, slowdowns or sharp turns can be surprising and risky.

Remember “Telephone”? See something, say something, and pass along the message!  Glass, grates, rocks… Shout it out so it can echo and reverberate throughout the ride to the last rider! If there’s a pothole, yell “pothole!”

Don’t pop the bubble! Leave space for yourself and those around you. If you need to maneuver around, you’ll be set with wiggle room.

Signal! Let your arms move just as much as your legs! Signal left, right, and stopping.

Pass with care! Pass on the left with a friendly heads up.

Rider down? Let a helpful ride leader know! Ride leaders provide support, encouragement, mechanical help, and medical attention.

Waves pave the way! Waves and smiles go a long way communicating with cars, pedestrians and other cyclists on the road. Be friendly and indicate your intentions (and gratitude!).

Sidewalks are for stopping! Stop on the side. If you need to stop, pull over to the side out of the way.

Bicyclist overflow? Stay right and stay in the lane. Groups become masses and masses can spillover. Stay in the lane or on the right side as much as possible.

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

Bike Week Pasadena
May 13th-18th, 2013
Shift gears and experience an incredible week on two wheels! Ride along for the 7th Annual Bike Week Pasadena, May 13th-18th, 2013 with C.I.C.L.E. and the City of Pasadena. Bike week provides a glimpse into what every week of the year could look like, feel like, and involve from the beginning of the day to the very end, using a bicycle as a safe and sustainable mode of transportation. Let your taste buds explore Pasadena’s gourmet treats on the Taste of Pasadena bike tour, zip along with the whole family during the Mayor’s kids’ costumed bicycle parade, learn how to fix and maintain your bike during a maintenance clinic for ladies, and experience the crisp evening under the stars at a bike-in movie for a memorable date with your boo.  Go to www.cicle.org for a complete list of events.  Sign-up to volunteer for Bike Week Pasadena!

Bike Week LA
May 13th-19th, 2013
Ride with Metro and discover Los Angeles County by bike.  Metro is planning great events like Fix Your Bike Day, the annual Blessing of the Bicycles, Guided Ride Day, Bike to Work Day, and Bike Local Weekend.  Visit Metro.net for more information.

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics Class
June 8th, 2013 11:00 AM & 12:30pm
Pasadena, CA (Caltech)

13th Annual Los Angeles River Ride
June 9th, 2013
Support the Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition.  8 GREAT RIDES: 100-mile Century, 70-mile, 70-mile (Long Beach “Reverse” Ride), Half-century, 36-mile, NEW 25-mile (Long Beach loop), 15-mile Family Ride, & a Kids’ Ride + Family Bike Expo. Join over 2,000 other riders, and enjoy a great day of cycling fun, an Eco Expo, raffle, live music, and food.

LET YOUR VOICE ROLL! Act, Move, Participate:

Support Bike Lanes on Colorado Blvd! The Eagle Rock Neighborhood Council encourages letters of support! Simply include: “I live in (zip code) and I support buffered bike lanes on Colorado.  Send letters to: executive@eaglerockcouncil.org, nate.hayward@lacity.org, kevin.ocubillo@lacity.org, tim.fremaux@lacity.org, nate.baird@lacity.org

Volunteer for Bike Week Pasadena! We ♥ our volunteer family! Join us, lend a hand, meet rad folks who love bikes and enjoy the! Our appreciation is overflowing for our Volunteers who keep us rollin’!

April 2013 News

April’s Urban Ex: Street Art Bicycle Ride

From “Phantasmagoria of Joy” to “The Fork in the Road”, pedal along Pasadena’s outdoor canvas of street art! In conjunction with the Pasadena Earth and Arts Festival, experience the city’s dynamic collection of public displays of fantastic creativity and learn about the street art along the way.

The ride will be leisurely-paced and 7 miles long. We will be returning to the Earth and Arts Festival so participants can take part in the music, art activities, food, local beer garden and sustainable lifestyle vendors. A team of trained Ride Leaders facilitates C.I.C.L.E.’s Urban Expedition rides. C.I.C.L.E.’s Ride Leaders provide a safe and enjoyable riding environment for beginning and experienced riders alike.

Where: Meet at the Pasadena Earth and Arts Festival at Memorial Park (Raymond Ave. & Holly Street). Memorial Park is a Metro Gold Line stop.

When: Saturday, April 20th, 2013

Time: Meet at 11:00am. Ride leaves promptly at 11:30am and will return to the festival by 1:30pm.

What to bring: Bring your bicycle in good working order. This ride is FREE and open to anyone, but all participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 MUST wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

Pasadena ArtNight Ride Recap: Drumming, art, bikes and moonlight!

On Friday, March 8th bicyclists soared through ArtNight Pasdena on a clear, moonlit evening just after the sky emptied its last drizzles! C.I.C.L.E. stopped at the Pacific Asia Museum and Pasadena Museum of California Art for creative exhibits and delicious food truck bites. At the Shumei Arts Council, bicyclists had a front seat to the rhythmic and captivating Makoto Taiko drumming performances. Ending at the Armory Center for the Arts, participants were welcomed by live music, eye poppin’ art, and refreshing beverages. Grateful for the clear skies, we truly lit up the streets of Pasadena with our shimmering bike lights and electrifying beats!

As always, thanks to everyone who came out and extra high fives to our incredible Ride Leaders who kept us safe and energized! We can’t do it with our great volunteers!

Metro’s New Campaign: “Every Lane is a Bike Lane… Please Share the Road!”

During a Press Conference on March 18th, Metro launched a new campaign to increase bicycle traffic safety in Los Angeles County and encourage the road to be shared by all users. The campaign slogan, “Every Lane is a Bike Lane … Bicyclists may need a full lane; Please share the road” now appears on signs on buses, billboards and radio spots.

Thanks to this attention grabbing campaign, we are making strides towards having streets that are safe and accessible for everybody to use. The campaign clearly shows that bicyclists might need to take a full lane of traffic when there are hazards in the streets or when roads are narrow.  By highlighting a bicyclist’s right to do this, we are improving safety for riders as well as drivers.

As bicycling continues to explode as an enjoyable and safe means of transportation and as the bike community continues to grow, now is a great time for bicyclists and motorists to cooperate and respectfully share the streets in order to improve our daily commutes. We commend Metro for this new campaign!

“Every Lane is a Bike Lane… Please Share the Road” Photo Contest!

Got the paparazzi bug? Share your photos to win a rad new C.I.C.L.E. T.SHIRT! Snap a photo when you see an “Every Lane is a Bike Lane” billboard or sign and send it in to us as part of our Campaign Photo Contest! We’d love to see your creative photos (with you in it!) of the billboards and signs throughout Los Angeles that are encouraging safe riding and sharing the roads with Metro Los Angeles’ new campaign! Post to C.I.C.L.E.’s Facebook page or email your images to Julia@cicle.org. We will announce the winner during Bike Week May 13th-18th!

Please note that photos will not be accepted if there is any display of improper bicycle safety or any photos involving violations of local or federal laws.

Meals on Two Wheels: A Delicious Success!

On March 21st, with Meals on Wheels West, Sustainable Streets, and Santa Monica Spoke, C.I.C.L.E. and volunteers helped deliver meals to home-bound residents in Santa Monica on two wheels! As part of the March for Meals national campaign, this fuel-free event utilized Santa Monica’s growing bicycle network while supporting Meals on Wheels’ services to reduce hunger and isolation in the community. Delivering smiles, energy, and nourishment is needed every day. To keep the momentum rolling, volunteer to deliver meals by contacting: Info@MealsOnWheelsWest.org

LIFESTYLE TIP of the Month:  Guard your brain, take the lane!

In honor of Metro’s new campaign to encourage bicycle traffic safety, here is a tip expanding on the use of space a bicyclist is entitled to on the streets!

According to the California Vehicle Code, bicyclists may use any lane in the street since they have the same rights and must follow the same laws as drivers of vehicles. Bicyclists may need the full lane to safely ride. Here is a list of specific examples in which you can leave the far right sliver of the street:

-To avoid obstacles (trashcans, double parked cars) and unsafe conditions (including the door zone along parallel-parked vehicles)
-To zip by pass another bicyclist, car or bus
-To anticipate and prepare for a left turn
-To avoid the right turn danger zone where right turns are made
-When soaring fast or faster than other traffic
-When more space is needed and the lane is too narrow to share with a car

The street is for many folks and many uses; utilize it in a way that is safe for everyone!

 

March 2013 News

March’s Urban Ex: ArtNight Pasadena Bicycle Ride:

Join C.I.C.L.E. on Friday, March 8th and  roll through ArtNight Pasadena on two wheels! The evening involves free admission to Pasadena’s incredible museums and art exhibits, as well as access to delicious food trucks and performances.  C.I.C.L.E. will be making stops at the Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena Museum of California Art, Shumei Arts Council and the Armory Center for the Arts. From “Tales of Tomorrow” to dynamic Makoto Taiko Drumming, you won’t want to miss a beat (or a pedal)!

The ride will be leisurely-paced, under 8 miles long, and will allow participants a break at each stop to tour the exhibits. The Armory Center for the Arts will be the last stop.

A team of trained Ride Leaders facilitates C.I.C.L.E.’s Urban Expedition rides. C.I.C.L.E.’s Ride Leaders provide a safe and enjoyable riding environment for beginning and experienced riders alike. See our Cycling at Night Safety Tip to prepare for the evening!

Where: Meet at Memorial Park Pasadena (Raymond Ave. & Holly Street). Memorial Park is a Metro Gold Line stop.

When: Friday, March 8th, 2013

Time: Meet at 6:00pm. Ride leaves promptly at 6:30pm.

What to bring: Bring your bicycle in good working order and plenty of night-lights. This ride is FREE and open to anyone, but all participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 MUST wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

February’s Urban Ex: Wild, Wild West Chatsworth:

On Saturday, February 23rd, over 80 folks joined C.I.C.L.E. at the Chatsworth Metrolink Station dressed in cowboy boots and hats, ready to roll through Chatsworth for our Wild, Wild West ride! Councilmember Mitch Englander and CD12 started off the event with a warm welcome and then we took off down the historic olive tree lined streets of Chatsworth!

The ride made several stops. At the pioneer-era Homestead Acre and Chatsworth History Museum participants were welcomed by staff and enjoyed delicious homemade treats. The ride continued on to the ranch where the 1950’s TV show “Mr. Ed” was filmed. We stood on the driveway where Mr. Ed’s father was buried and met a few farm animals after an introduction from the property owner. Next, we rode to the Munch Box, a roadside hamburger stand from the 1950s that is now a cultural historic landmark. Participants learned about and envisioned customers from the 1950s riding up on horses to order their hamburgers and fries. Finally, the ride continued on to Stoney Point Ranch where participants were provided with a presentation on horses and equestrian safety, all shared from atop a horse! The event encouraged riders to remember that cars are not the only option to move through our communities: we’ll always be able to use two wheels or four legs!

This community bike ride was in partnership with Los Angeles Councilmember Mitchell Englander, whose district includes the scenic Chatsworth area. The bike ride was the February “CD 12 Year of Healthy Living” activity, Councilmember Englander’s monthly series of community events and activities meant to offer families in the community a fun way to get healthy.

Thanks to everyone who made this happen, including CD 12, Alliance Beverage Partners, Western Bagel of Chatsworth, and REI Northridge, and of course, everyone who came out to ride! As always, thank you to all of our wonderful Ride Leaders who made this a fun and safe adventure, we can’t do it without you!

March Classes:

Learn to Ride:

Have you always wanted to ride a bike but never learned how? This class is for adults who are getting back on that bike for the first time. RSVP to bike@cicle.org to register. Space is limited.

Saturday, March 16th: 9am-11am at Eagle Rock Plaza

Saturday, March 16th: 11:30am-1:30pm at Eagle Rock Plaza

 

LIFESTYLE TIP of the Month: A marriage of bikes and transit! How to take your bike on the bus and train

Using your bike to move through the city is an easy, healthy and low-cost option. Sometimes those trips get a little long and that’s when transit swoops in for the rescue! Or, if you already take transit and aren’t quite close enough to a station, and that last mile could be expedited, having your bike with you will make catching the bus or getting home from the station a wiz! Combining Metro use and bike use is getting even easier. Here are few tips to smoothly take your bike on the Metro buses:

Up front and secure on the bus!

Although potentially intimidating at first, using the bike racks on the fronts of buses will change your world! Here are some easy steps to safely secure your bike:

1. Approach the bus once it has stopped. Squeeze the handle at the top of the rack to release and lower it.

2. Lift up your bike so your tires align with the empty slots. If there are two empty slots, make it easier on the next rider and place your bike in the back.

3. Use the support arm to secure the front tire by raising it up (it extends!) and placing it over the front tire.

4. Take your helmet (and lights!) with you so nothing is dangling around.

5. Then you’re set to jump on board!

6. Staying in the front of the bus allows you to keep an eye on your bike. When you arrive at your stop, it is helpful to let the driver know that you’ll be taking the bike down (a little wave or point towards the rack) as your exit through the FRONT door.

7.  To unload your bike, lift the support arm off of your tire and lay it back down gently.

8. Lift your bike out of the rack (up and over another bike if it’s in the back slot).

9. If the rack is now empty, close it up by squeezing the handle and pushing it up so it not longer protrudes from the bus.

10. Voila!

For more info visit Metro’s bikes and transit webpage.

THANK YOU, DAN SHARP!

Dan Sharp, an integral part of C.I.C.L.E. for the past six years, has stepped down from his role on the Operating Committee.  We are truly grateful for all of the hard work, insight and energy that he has invested in C.I.C.L.E. over the years.

Dan has ushered C.I.C.L.E. through transitional periods, been a core volunteer during events and rides, and built our awesome sound systems! His commitment to community building, alternative transportation and family is an inspiration and a benefit to us all.  Thanks Dan, for everything you have contributed to C.I.C.L.E.!

The next time you see Dan zipping through a ride, ushering our group, please ring your bike bell in gratitude.

 

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

C.I.C.L.E.’s ArtNight Pasadena Bicycle Ride
Friday, March 8th at 6pm
Join C.I.C.L.E. for our bi-annual ArtNight Bicycle Ride! We will lead bicyclists on a route to visit Pasadena’s most exciting art exhibits and museums during Pasadena’s FREE ArtNight.

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride Class (for adults)
March 16th, 2013 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM & 11:30 – 1:30pm
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

Meals on Two Wheels!
Thursday, March 21st at 10am at Meals on Wheels West in Santa Monica
Meals on Wheels West, C.I.C.L.E., Sustainable Streets, and Santa Monica Spoke invite bicycle enthusiasts to deliver Meals on Two Wheels on Thursday March 21st! This fuel-free event will highlight Santa Monica’s growing bicycle network while supporting Meals on Wheels’ services to reduce hunger and isolation in the community.  To volunteer to deliver meals and for more information email: Info@MealsOnWheelsWest.org or call 310-394-5133 x6

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics Class
April 7th, 2013 11:00 AM & 1:00pm
Pasadena, CA (Caltech)

Earth and Arts Festival: C.I.C.L.E.’s Street Art Bicycle Ride
Saturday, April 20th at 10am
Join C.I.C.L.E. for Pasadena’s Earth and Arts Festival and explore the community’s eclectic street art! The ride will make stops to visit and learn about exciting pieces of art throughout the city.

CicLAvia: Downtown to the Sea!
Sunday, April 21st at 10am
On Sunday, April 21st, CicLAvia returns with a new extended route down Venice Blvd., extending from Downtown LA to the sea! 10am-3pm.

LET YOUR VOICE ROLL! Act, Move, Participate:

Petition the Governor
Governor Brown’s 2013-2014 budget proposal poses some challenges for bicycling. Ensure that bicycling has sufficient funding in the future! Read more and consider signing the petition at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/M7M5J5L.

 

 

February 2013 News

February’s Urban Ex: Wild, Wild West Chatsworth

Grab your hats, boots, chaps and lassos for a dusty, western-themed ride! Join C.I.C.L.E., in partnership with Councilmember Englander, for a wild western ride through Chatsworth and share the road with more than just cars!

The ride will start at the Chatsworth Depot Metrolink Station where participants can enjoy light snacks and explore historic memorabilia. We will make several stops. The first stop will be at the pioneer-era Homestead Acre and Chatsworth History Museum for an introduction and tour. Other stops will include the Munch Box, a roadside hamburger stand from the 1950s that is now a cultural historic landmark, as well as the ranch where the 1950’s TV show “Mr. Ed” was filmed. The final stop will include a visit to Stoney Point Ranch where participants will be provided with a presentation on horses and equestrian safety, an integral component of navigating the community. You won’t want to miss this exciting, western ride! As with all Urban Expeditions, this ride is under 8 miles, family-friendly, leisurely paced and will return to the starting point.

This community bike ride is in partnership with Los Angeles Councilmember Mitchell Englander, whose district includes the scenic Chatsworth area, whose rocky hills and equestrian ranches served as the backdrop of countless western films. The bike ride is the February “CD 12 Year of Healthy Living” activity, Councilmember Englander’s monthly series of community events and activities meant to offer families in the community a fun way to get healthy. The events range from community hikes, walks and bike rides, to informational events on nutrition, healthcare and financial health.

We will be raffling off a REI Novara E.T.A. backpack. Please bring cash if you would like to enter to win! Free snacks and refreshments provided by Alliance Beverage Partners, Starbucks, Western Bagel of Chatsworth, and a raffle prize generously donated by REI Northridge.

What to bring: Bring water, snack and a bicycle in good working order. This ride is FREE and open to anyone, but all participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 MUST wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

When: Saturday, February 23rd, 2013

Where: Chatsworth Metrolink Station, Devonshire St. parking lot. 10046 Old Depot Plaza Road, Chatsworth, CA 91311.

Time: Meet at 10:00 am. Ride leaves promptly at 10:30 am.

Tweed, Moxie and Mustache Ride: RECAP

On Saturday, January 19th over 150 bicyclists came out in their finest tweed, slickest mustaches and perfectly dapper ensembles! The event started in Valley Village Park in North Hollywood where an endless stream of participants rode up in the most distinguished manner. Lead by old-timey beats and rhythms, we rode over to SPARC’s Great Wall of Los Angeles. Riders were welcomed by Felipe from SPARC who provided background on the history and purpose of the art and the Los Angeles River, along with the mural rests. Participants then explored the ½ mile long mural of the region’s powerful history. Next, the ride continued on to El Portal Theater, a historic landmark in San Fernando Valley, originally built as a vaudeville house in 1926. Riders were presented with a brief history of El Portal as well as MTA’s Historic North Hollywood Train Depot. Finally, the ride concluded with a festive celebration at the Federal Bar with music, raffles, and awards! Congratulation to the winner of the generously donated New Belgium Brewing Beach Cruiser as well as each of our winners: Best Dressed, Best Mustache and Best Hat! We definitely had an incredible time.

Thanks to everyone who joined and as always, extra gratitude for our ride leaders (who fixed a surprising number of flats!) for creating a safe and exciting environment for everyone!

PASADENA’s First Bicycle Boulevard:

On Thursday, Jan 31st Mayor Bill Bogaard, Councilmember Victor Gordo and folks from the bicycle community celebrated Pasadena’s first dedicated bicycle boulevard with a ribbon cutting ceremony.  The bicycle boulevard runs three-quarters of a mile in length along Marengo Avenue between Orange Grove Boulevard and Washington Boulevard.  This is the first bicycle boulevard in Pasadena and the second bicycle boulevard in Los Angeles County. The project was paid for by a $500,000 grant from Cal Trans.

C.I.C.L.E. is proud of our ongoing partnership with city staff on bicycle education and encouragement events, including five years of Bike Week Pasadena.  We are thrilled to see the city move towards a comprehensive bicycle network and we are looking forward to the bike-friendly improvements to come!

One Mile at a Time Story: The Gentlemen of the Tweed Ride

C.I.C.L.E. rides uniquely attract and embrace new bicyclists.  During the Tweed, Moxie and Mustache Ride, we met two quite dapper and distinguished new participants who immediately inspired us! Henry and Denon heard about the Tweed Ride from a friend and didn’t hestitate to join when they found out the event consisted of tweed and bicycles. Founders of Vintage Manifesto, a gentlemen’s lifestyle site dedicated to bringing back the aspect of the gentleman through fashion, style directing, photography and more, these two gentlemen perfectly exuded such qualities.

Denon, Brand Ambassador at Vintage Manifesto, bought a bike specifically to participate in the Tweed Ride. He reached out and inquired about vintage style bikes and decided to get the Linus for its vintage look and impecable reputation. Denon shared that he had not ridden a bike for 12 years! He said that being back on a bike during the Tweed Ride “felt so amazing and peaceful”. He added, “I had a sense of serenity due to not having to deal with traffic behind the wheel of a vehicle, it brought back so many wonderful childhood memories.” The ride deifnitely had an impact on Denon. “As soon as the ride began, I already started thinking about how soon I could ride again. I’m definitely going to be an active rider thanks to the Tweed Ride and Linus,” he said.

Henry, Marketing and Style Director at Vintage Manifesto, similarly shared his excitement about the ride. “What I really liked about the ride was the different ages, everyone from teens to senior citizens. Rarely is there an event which transcends the generations and I think this year’s Tweed Ride definitely did that!” he said. Henry also reflected the ride’s impact on him. Remembering his childhood, Henry said, “When I was able to afford a car, I put my bike on the back burner at the back of the garage. You forget how much fun riding a bike is. Thanks to the Tweed Ride, I’ve been riding my bike four to five times a week since the event.”

This is exactly what C.I.C.L.E. rides aim to do: reach new riders and (re)connect folks with the happiness that two wheels brings to continue to incorporate it into our lives. We’re so happy you joined us Henry and Denon!

Don’t Miss the LACBC’s 80s Bike Prom!

Bike back in time with the LACBC’s 80′s Bike Prom on Saturday, February 23 at 8:00pm.  Support Los Angeles County bicycle advocacy while dancing, entering raffles, and taking 80s style photos in a photobooth. Hold on to the night with the crowning of a Bike Prom King and Queen!  For more information and to buy tickets for this bike-powered prom visit the L.A.C.B.C’s event webpage.

Lifestyle Tip of the Month: Take your date out, on a bike!

Bikes are great for commuting, exercise, errands… and love! Here are some tips for an endorphin-filled, two-wheeled (times 2!) date!

PREPARATION: 

1. First things first, make sure your bikes are set for a short adventure, full tires mean full hearts. Check the air pressure, brakes, cranks, chain and cassette ahead of time.
2. Prepare and bring along your tool kit for those “just in case” situations. Don’t let the air out of the date with a flat tire and no solution!
3. Unless your date includes riding aimlessly and getting lost in the sunset, plan out a route. A planned route will smooth out any confusion about turns and direction.
4. Romantic lighting: If you’re riding at night, set the tone and don’t forget your lights! White in the front and red in the back to light up your path! The flashing will add an extra sparkle to your evening.

THE DATE ITSELF:

1. Dress to impress! You can look great and still have functional riding clothes.  From casual to dressy, everything matches a bike. Ties and dresses go great with bikes! Check yourself for any loose clothing that could get caught in your chain before your zip off. And, keep in mind that when it comes to footwear, heals and flip-flops are much trickier than the alternatives when it comes to pedal power.
2. Nourishment: Ride to a destination or pack a picnic! Bringing along some treats will be refreshing, energizing and rewarding. Avoid leaks with Tupperware and don’t forget the water to quench your date’s thirst.
3. Take it slow: Let the slower person set the pace. Plan the route together or decide who will lead the way, so you know where to go.
4. Locks of Love: Don’t forget to bring a lock (and cable) if you plan on leaving your bikes somewhere. Someone can steal your heart, but not your bike!

The ADVANTAGES of taking your date out on a bike:

1. Parking will be a breeze: No need to circle the block or pay a valet or parking meter.
2. A bike date is free!
3. If you don’t usually ride, explore this new challenge together.
4. The bikes contribute to the journey as well as the destination!

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride Class (for adults)
February 10th, 2013 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

Ride Figueroa
Sunday, February 10th at 10:30 am at Greayer’s Oak Park
Ride Figueroa is a LACBC East Bike Ambassador campaign designed to educate and inform Highland Park, Eagle Rock, Cypress Park, Mount Washington,  and others about a proposed bike lane on Figueroa between Colorado and San Fernando.  This proposed project is part of the 2010 Bicycle Master Plan and is meant to connect to a larger network of bicycle paths, lanes, and routes for everyone to use.

C.I.C.L.E.’s Wild, Wild, West Chatsworth Ride
February 23rd, 2013 at 10am at the Chatsworth Metro Station
Join us in Chattsworth for a wild west themed bicycle ride in partnership with Council Member Mitchell Englander.

LACBC’s All-City Bike Prom
Saturday, February 23rd at 8:00 pm at LACBC
Join the LACBC for an 80’s themed, bike-powered Prom! Relive those golden days in a whole new way! Join us for the Wild, Wild West Chatsworth Ride and continue your bike filled weekend at Bike Prom afterwards!

C.I.C.L.E.’s ArtNight Pasadena Bicycle Ride
Friday, March 8th at 6pm
Join C.I.C.L.E. for our bi-annual ArtNight Bicycle Ride! We will lead bicyclists on a route to visit Pasadena’s most exciting art exhibits and museums during Pasadena’s FREE ArtNight.

LET YOUR VOICE ROLL! Act, Move, Participate:

Attended your local Bike Hearing Meeting!
Get your voice heard about the importance of bicycle infrastructure in your neighborhood.

Take the Union Station Master Plan Survey:
Metro has recently purchased Union Station and is currently studying ways to make it a 21st century transit station, offering a mix of options onsite as well as an excellent transit experience. Please take a few minutes to fill out this survey so we can include your “vision” in our Master Plan.

Sign a Petition
Want to work together to make California the nation’s leader in active transportation? Check out the petition and share your thoughts with Governor Brown!

January 2013 News

Tweed, Moxie and Moustaches: C.I.C.L.E.’s Tweed Ride!

Ladies and Gents, dress in your finest tweed to roll through history for C.I.C.L.E.’s Los Angeles Tweed Ride on Saturday, January 19th!

The ride will make two stops. The first stop will include an introduction and tour at SPARC’s Great Wall of Los Angeles, one of Los Angeles’ true cultural landmarks, a half-mile long mural of the region’s vibrant history of struggle and resistance (curated by Susan Baca). Next, the ride will continue on to El Portal Theater, a historic landmark in the heart of North Hollywood. Originally built as a vaudeville house in 1926, this site will serve as a perfect photo op for riders dressed in their best tweed! You won’t want to miss this exciting historic ride! As with all Urban Expeditions, this ride is under 8 miles, family-friendly, and leisurely paced.

After the ride, participants are welcome to join C.I.C.L.E. at the Federal Bar for drinks, an exciting New Belgium Cruiser raffle and prizes for best dressed, best moustache and best hat! Please bring cash if you’d like to purchase raffle tickets for a limited edition New Belgium Brewing Cruiser!

When: Saturday, January 19th, 2012

Meet at 10:00am. Ride Leaves promptly at 10:30am.

Where: Meet at Valley Village Park, 200 Westpark Drive, North Hollywood, California 91601

What to bring: Bring water, snack and a bicycle in good working order. This ride is FREE and open to anyone, but all participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 MUST wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

Recapping the SM Family Bike Fest & Meals on 2 Wheels Ride

On Saturday, December 8th from 10am to 2pm, Santa Monica held their first ever Family Bike Fest! As part of the festival, C.I.C.L.E. led the Meals on Two Wheels Ride, a 3 mile, family friendly ride.  Participants (on two-wheels, trailers and tag-alongs!) rode to Meals on Wheels West and learned about this great community organization in Santa Monica that delivers hundreds of meals each month to those who cannot provide for themselves.

Thanks to everyone who joined and thank you to Meals on Wheels West for sharing so much about the wonderful work you do and welcoming us with open arms, water and snacks!

Upcoming Workshops

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics: 1/26/13 at 11am

Did you know that you can avoid many of the car-bicycle collisions by knowing how to ride properly in the street?

In the class, you’ll learn basic principles of bicycle and traffic safety.  For the second part of the workshop, you’ll need your bike, because we’ll be hitting the road for an easy ride that will put what you learned into practice.

This class is generously subsidized by the Caltech’s BikeLab.

RSVP to: bike@cicle.org.  Space is limited.

To attend this class you must be able to:

-Start your bike with confidence and ease.
-Balance and steer your bike
-Bring your bike to a smooth and controlled stop.
-Use your gears effectively
-Remove one hand from your handlebar to signal without veering.
-Look over your shoulder without veering.

Learn to Ride: 1/27/13 at 9am

Have you always wanted to ride a bike but never learned how? This class is for adults who are getting back on that bike for the first time. This class is full, please email bike@cicle.org for future class information.

Lifestyle Tip of the Month: Create your own bicycle basket!

Create your own bicycle basket! Here are some easy steps to build and create your own bicycle basket to carry your favorite goodies or groceries!

Things you’ll need:
-Basket or crate
-Fork struts or a bike rack
-Zip ties
-Drill
-Bungee Cords (optional)
-Decorations

1. Find something to use as a basket: Options might include a milk crate (which is functional and classic), a whicker basket or a wine crate. Choose something compact and lightweight (careful, something bulky up front can throw off your balance!).

2. Secure a pair of struts or a flat-topped bike rack to the front fork hub or over the rear wheel.

3. Hold the box on top of the struts or bike rack and secure it with zip ties. If there are no holes, create your own holes with a drill.

4. Secure the back of the basket with more zip ties. If the basket is mounted to the front, fasten it to the head tube or handle bars (make sure the basket doesn’t interfere with the brake cables or turning!)

5. Put something in the basket and take it for a test drive. Keep a bungee cord in the basket to use to keep items in place.

6. Decorate your basket and make it your own!

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

Open House and Public Hearing for the West Adams-Baldwin Hills-Leimert Community Plan Update
January 15th at 5:00 PM
Nate Holden Performing Arts Center

C.I.C.L.E.’s Tweed, Moxie and Moustaches Ride
January 19th, 10:00 AM -1:00 PM.
North Hollywood, California 91601

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics Class
January 26th, 2013 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Pasadena, CA

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
January 27th, 2013 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

C.I.C.L.E.’s Wild, Wild West Ride!
February  16th, 2013: 10:00 AM – 1:00PM
Join us in Chattsworth for a wild west themed bicycle ride in partnership with Council Member Mitchell Englander.

2013 LA Chinatown Firecracker Bike Ride
February 23rd, 2013: 9:00 AM
The Firecracker Bike Ride will offer cyclists the choice of a 20 mile or a 30 mile route, along the Los Angeles River and through Elysian Park and Griffith Park.

LACBC Bike Prom
February 23rd, 2013: 7:00PM
Mark your calendars, because the LACBC is biking to the past for a totally 80s-themed bike prom!

 

December 2012 News

A Great Day that was Made In L.A.

On Saturday, November 17th, the rain let up, the sun came out and C.I.C.L.E. led a group ride, “Made in LA” through downtown to discover and learn about goodies manufactured and created in the City of Angeles.  Cyclists met at the Los Angeles State Historic Park and made three stops throughout the ride. At the San Antonio Winery we learned about deep history of the Ribaldi family and the significance, overflowing presence and tradition of wine! Afterwards, riders rode over to Walker Foods, Inc. where the infamous El Pato Salsa is produced. Family and staff welcomed us with a tour through the factory and sent us off with free cans of deliciousness! Our last stop included the Southern California Institute of Architecture. Staff welcomed us, sharing the institute’s history and prominence and riders then explored the campus, including its coveted and dynamic robot room.

Thank you to everyone who donated during Made in LA and congrats to our lucky raffle winners!  Thanks to everyone who came out (in the wet, unpredictable weather!) and as always, extra thanks to our incredible ride leaders and volunteers! Lastly, we’d like to say a warm goodbye to Brian, a long-time CICLE supporter, instructor, ride leader and incredible teacher and mechanic! Wishing you well in San Francisco!

Upcoming Workshops

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics: 1/26/13 at 11am

Did you know that you can avoid many of the car-bicycle collisions by knowing how to ride properly in the street?

In the class, you’ll learn basic principles of bicycle and traffic safety.  For the second part of the workshop, you’ll need your bike, because we’ll be hitting the road for an easy ride that will put what you learned into practice.

This class is generously subsidized by the Caltech’s BikeLab.

RSVP to: bike@cicle.org.  Space is limited.

To attend this class you must be able to:

-Start your bike with confidence and ease.
-Balance and steer your bike
-Bring your bike to a smooth and controlled stop.
-Use your gears effectively
-Remove one hand from your handlebar to signal without veering.
-Look over your shoulder without veering.

Learn to Ride: 1/27/13 at 9am

Have you always wanted to ride a bike but never learned how? This class is for adults who are getting back on that bike for the first time. To sign up and for more information email. bike@cicle.org.

Santa Monica’s Family Bike Fest & Meals on Two Wheels Ride

Do you want to start riding with your kids?  This is a perfect event to get those wheel rollin’.

On Saturday, December 8th from 10am to 2pm, Santa Monica will hold their first ever Family Bike Fest! Activities include a youth bike skills course, parent bike safety class, bike check-ups, demos, route planning advice, and a short family ride with C.I.C.L.E.

C.I.C.L.E. will lead the Meals on Two Wheels Ride, a 3 mile, family friendly bike ride in the streets. We’ll be riding to Meals on Wheels West to learn about a great community organization in Santa Monica and to drop off some holiday gifts to homebound members of the community that cannot shop for themselves this season.

The ride is open to everyone at no charge, and families are encouraged to participate in the ride. Bikes should be in good running order, and all participants under 18 must wear a helmet.

Bring donations the day of the Santa Monica Bike Fest/Ride or drop them off beforehand at the Santa Monica Bike Center at 1555 2nd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401.

All gift and clothing donations should be delivered new and unwrapped. Donations should be portable by bike and can include:

• Socks
• Gloves
• Slippers
• T-shirts
• Other holiday comfort items

The ride meets at the Santa Monica Family Bike Fest:

Date: December 8th, 2012

Time: Ride Meets at 12:30pm and departs promptly at 1:00pm. (SM Bike Fest is from 10-2pm).

Location: Santa Monica Civic Auditorium, 1855 Main St. Ride Meets in the parking lot.

What to bring: Your bicycle (in good running order) and a donation for Meals on Wheels West. All participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 must wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

Pasadena’s FoldNGo, Get Your Bundle of Joy

Pasadena has launched a new “Folding Bike” program, called FoldNGo Pasadena, to encourage Pasadena commuters to use folding bikes as part of their commute. If you live, work, or study in Pasadena, you are eligible for the program and a $220 voucher!

Eligible riders apply online at www.foldngobike.com, commit to connecting to transit twice a week with their new bike, and redeem their voucher for $220 off the purchase of a Dahon folding bicycle. Folding bikes are fun and easy to carry with you on the bus or train and fold into a small bundle for easy storage at home, work or school.

SAFETY TIP of the Month: Essentials to carry with you on your bike!

Ensure a smooth ride! Bring these essential items with you whenever you roll out and be ready for anything!

1. Spare Tube: The most likely problem you may roll into is a flat tire. Keep an extra tube with you for emergencies (or friends’ emergencies!). Tubes are cheap, small and pretty lightweight.

2. Tire levers, hex wrenches, and a mini pump: Get a flat? Keep these tools with you (or in your wedgie pack!) to be fully prepared for any situation. You’ve got your spare tire, now you have the tools to change it.

3. Patch Kit: Don’t know how to change a flat? Patch kits are an easy way to get you rollin’ after a flat. Patch it up, fill it up, ride on. Patch kits also serve as extra insurance, in case your flat gets a flat!

4. Cash/ID/Medical Insurance card: Hoping for no emergencies, but just in case, these items are essential! It is also a good idea to write down any emergency contact numbers on the back of any of these documents. Cash always comes in handy… for water, purchasing an extra spare, or for a bacon-wrapped hotdog or fruit bag along your route.

5. First Aid: A first aid kit comes to the rescue for small scrapes or cuts. First things first, clean up any scrapes to prevent infection!

Keeping these items on you and being prepared makes hard, unexpected situations less stressful. Be ready, be set, ride!

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

Santa Monica Family Bike Fest
December 8th, 10:00 AM -2:00 PM.
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium

Baum Bridge Rededication
Tom LaBonge and L.A.D.O.T. will be re-dedicating the Alex Baum Bicycle Bridge on the LA River Bike Path December 13th, 11:00AM to 12:00PM. Come out and join this exciting celebration.

C.I.C.L.E.’s Tweed, Moxie and Moustaches Ride
January 19th, 10:00 AM -1:00 PM.
North Hollywood, California 91601

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics Class
January 26th, 2013 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Pasadena, CA

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
January 27th, 2013 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

November 2012 News

Made In L.A. Ride

WINE, ROBOTS and HOT SPICY TOMATO SAUCE! Come tour downtown L.A. on your bike and learn about places that manufacture and create right in the heart of LA!  On Saturday, November 17th, C.I.C.L.E. (Cyclists Inciting Change thru LIVE Exchange) will lead a group ride, “Made in LA”. This ride, open to all cyclists, will navigate the streets of downtown and expose riders to institutions that pride themselves on products made in the City of Angels.

Stops include visits to the San Antonio Winery, El Pato Factory, and Sci Arc (Southern California Institute of Architecture).

The tour will be 7 miles, leisurely paced and family-friendly.

Where: Meet at the LA State Historic Park entrance near the Metro Gold Line Chinatown Station.

When: Riders will meet at 10:00 am and the ride will promptly begin at 10:30am. The ride will return by 1:30pm.

Who: You and all your friends! Join us for this fun and interesting look at LA creations!

What to bring: Your bicycle (in good running order). All participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 must wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

$10 suggested donation, although NOBODY will be turned away for lack of funds.

Upcoming Workshops

Learn to Ride

Have you always wanted to ride a bike but never learned how? This class is for adults who are getting on that bike for the first time. RSVP to bike@cicle.org to register. Space is limited.

Sunday, Nov. 11th: 9am-11am at Eagle Rock Plaza

Sunday, Nov. 11th: 1pm-3pm at Eagle Rock Plaza

Saturday, Dec. 2nd: 9am-11am at Eagle Rock Plaza

ArtNight Pasadena Ride: A Carefree, Car-Free Night, of Free Art

On Friday, October 12th C.I.C.L.E. led the ArtNight Pasadena Ride through the bustling streets of Pasadena under a beautiful clear sky!  The bike tour of Pasadena’s art galleries and museums was absolutely incredible. The ride stopped at the Pacific Asian Museum, Pasadena Museum of California Art, Side Street Projects, the Pasadena History Museum and Armory for the Arts. Each stop was filled with creativity, treats, and overflowing creative expression! We particularly loved the eye-poppin’ 3D exhibit ending the night at the Armory! Thanks to everyone who came out to ride and as always, extra thanks to our wonderful Ride Leaders who make these rides happen!

Los Angeles Bronze Rating

Last month the League of American Bicyclists awarded Los Angeles Bronze-level distinction as a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC). The BFC Program works to continuously improve conditions for bicyclists.  Despite our reputation as a traffic congested car-centric city, LA has been movin’ up the ranks: Last year the City of Angeles was awarded an honorable mention from the League.

We should all step back and realize the monumental progress that Los Angeles has made to be considered a “Bronze Level Bicycle Friendly Community.”  A little over a decade ago, the city really come alive with the idea of increasing bicycling.  Organizations like C.I.C.L.E. and the Bicycle Kitchen began directly getting people out of their cars and on bikes and the L.A.C.B.C. made greater headway into policy and infrastructure.  In the span of about 10 years, we have achieved what many thought was impossible in this car-centric city.  At this rate of progress, it could be possible in another 10 years for Los Angeles to be known as a premier bicycling city.  Keep in mind, Copenhagen’s status didn’t happen over night.  It took almost 40 years for the Danish city to reach 40% of the population using bicycle transportation.

Those of us at C.I.C.L.E. are thankful for the League of American Bicyclists recognition.  The mayor, city council,  LADOT, Metro, local bicycle organizations, and this city’s citizens have worked hard to change the culture and create a healthier and more liveable Los Angeles.  C.I.C.L.E. will continue to encourage new bicyclists as we still have much work to do.  We are committed to educating the public on how bicycle transportation can be safe, healthy, economical, and fun!  At C.I.C.L.E., we welcome anyone who is looking for a supportive entry point into bicycling to join one of our accessible programs.

Read more about L.A.’s award on Streetsblog.

Safety Tip of the Month: Bicycling and the WIND!

From all directions!: Wind can be sneaky and approach a cyclist from any direction. It can give riders an extra push from behind or it can resist your every pedal. Wind can also hit you from the side, or breeze past when vehicles speed by.

Headwinds: Headwinds are especially challenging: they create a struggle and increase fatigue. To battle their strength, keep your body low and streamlined to stay balanced and move forward easily. Shift to a lower gear until you can maintain your normal speed. Remember to steer straight!

Say what?: Wind makes hearing other traffic more challenging. Keep your ears open, steer straight and anticipate any oncoming traffic.

No drifters! Don’t drift too close to the road edge. Accurate steering is more difficult when it’s windy.

Final tip!: Windproof jackets are great for those extra breezy nights!

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
November 11th, 2012 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
November 11th, 2012 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

Made In LA Ride II
November 17th, 2012 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Downtown Los Angeles, CA

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
December 2nd, 2012 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

Santa Monica Family Bike Fest
December 8th, 10:00 AM -2:00 PM.
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium

 

 

October 2012 News

 

ArtNight Ride: Explore the Beauty and Culture of Pasadena

Join C.I.C.L.E. for the ArtNight Pasadena Ride and enjoy the vibrant and beautiful city of Pasadena at night. The bike tour of Pasadena’s vast collection of art galleries and museums (free and open to the public) will be absolutely awe-inspiring. You will be grateful for the ease of popping on and off your bike to scope out these alluring exhibits! The ride will be leisurely-paced, under 10 miles long, and will allow participants a break at each stop to tour the exhibits.

Stops will include:
-Armory for the Arts
-The Pasadena History Museum
-Side Street Projects
-Pasadena Museum of California Art
-Pacific Asian Museum

C.I.C.L.E.’s Urban Expedition rides are facilitated by a team of trained Ride Leaders. C.I.C.L.E.’s Ride Leaders provide a safe and enjoyable riding environment for beginning and experienced riders alike.

Where: Meet at Memorial Park Pasadena (Raymond Ave. & Holly Street). Memorial Park is a Metro Gold Line stop.

When: Friday, October 12th, 2012

Time: Meet at 6:30pm. Ride leaves promptly at 7:00pm.

Price: Free

Facebook Invite

What to Bring: Your bicycle, in good running order, and plenty of night lights. All participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 must wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

For more information about ArtNight Pasadena visit http://www.artnightpasadena.org/.  For questions about the ArtNight Ride, contact C.I.C.L.E. at bike@cicle.org

New Belgium’s Tour de Fat: A day of all things bikes!

The Tour de Fat rolled through Los Angeles on September 15th at the Los Angeles State Historic Park to celebrate all things bikes and raise money for C.I.C.L.E.! Thanks to over 4,000 bicyclists who came out in the sizzling sun, C.I.C.L.E. raised over $9,000! The day included festive bicycle ride through downtown Los Angeles, unique and exciting costumes, stages full of music and overflowing energy, and refreshing beer from New Belgium Brewing! The highlight of the event was honoring the annual Car for Bike Trade recipient. Amanda committed to trading in their car for one year in exchange for a fully equipped, locally made, custom-built bicycle.  Thank you, Amanda!!

An extra special thanks to all of our incredible volunteers who made this event flawless! Volunteers sold tokens, checked IDs, poured beer, and helped with set-up and clean up. Volunteers are our non-profit HEROS!

BIKE CARMAGEDDON: The Valley Ride

In response to the 405 Fwy closure on September 29th and 30th, C.I.C.L.E. teamed up with Metro to host BIKE CARMAGEDDON: The Valley Ride. Metro’s Bike Program’s mission is to make bicycling more viable in L.A. County. The ride, one of many throughout the County, was a huge success. About 50 folks joined us on this breezy and exciting ride. The ride took off from the Balboa Orange Line Station and made two stops. At the first stop, cyclists enjoyed free admission to the beautiful and serene Japanese Garden at the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Center. We heard from staff about the history, purpose, and role of the Japanese Garden and the incredible process of water reclamation. Participants also received freebie dog-leashes to encourage folks to bring their dogs to the near-by dog park. The route continued along the Orange Line Busway Bike Path to the ONEgeneration Encino Farmers Market where cyclists re-energized and enjoyed an incredible array of tasty goodies and treats.

Thanks to everyone who joined us. Our goal was to encourage folks to stay local, shop local, and learn about the accessible and bike friendly routes that link up wonderful spaces in the Valley! An extra special thanks to our Ride Leaders from the Valley Bikery! Their expertise and bike love truly showed (especially with the quickness that they changed flats!).

Join our friends at the Japanese Garden for their Origami Festival on Sunday, Oct 14th!

CicLAvia:  Valet with BikeNation and Support C.I.C.L.E & the L.A.C.B.C.

Get ready for CicLAvia on Sunday, October 7th from 10am to 3pm!  Enjoy 10 miles of Los Angeles streets free of cars and full of fun, excitement, people, and human-powered transportation.

BikeNation will be providing bikes and will have a bike valet service at Grand Park.  The proceeds from the bike valet will benefit C.I.C.L.E. and the L.A.C.B.C.  Park you bike at Grand Park, enjoy the sites, and support C.I.C.L.E.!

Safety Tip of the Month: Cycling at Night

SEE AND BE SEEN! It’s starting to get darker earlier! When riding in the dark, it’s important be visible and use extra caution, especially since it’s harder to see and be seen by others on the road. It is much more challenging to judge the conditions of the road (like potholes or low hanging branches!). Slow down, give yourself extra time to maneuver, and ride predictably. Use gaps in traffic to move across lanes or make turns, instead of trying to communicate with drivers.

LIGHTS, ACTION! Lights and visibility aids are essential for riding at night. Lights should be securely affixed on your bike. One white light emitting lamp for the front and a rear red reflector is required by California Law.  We STRONGLY advise all night riders to use a rear red light that has a strobe setting.  A rear red light will increase your visibility to motorists.

REFLECT: To help you see ahead of yourself and around you, white lines, reflective marking, and road signs help you navigate along at night. They will indicate where the side of the road is, upcoming turns, and other boundaries. Use these to help guide you.

LOOK AWAY: The headlights from oncoming traffic can be blinding for cyclists at night. Don’t look straight at oncoming vehicles: focus your attention on the road ahead of you. If you are blinded momentarily, slow down, look just ahead of your front wheel and be prepared to stop. The brim of a cap or your helmet visor can provide a shield against oncoming headlights.

INTERSECTION JIGGLES: Finally, stay visible when you are waiting for red lights to change at intersections. When you aren’t moving, it’s more difficult for drivers to see you. Without any leg movement, you are less likely to catch a driver’s attention. Try moving your handlebars from side to side to make your presence known and warn oncoming traffic that you are there.

Upcoming Workshops

Learn to Ride: 10/20/12 or 10/21/12

Have you always wanted to ride a bike but never learned how? This class is for adults who are getting back on that bike for the first time. This class is at capacity, but contact us at bike@cicle.org to get on our waiting list to join the next available class!

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics: 11/3/12

Did you know that you can avoid many of the car-bicycle collisions by knowing how to ride properly in the street?

In the class, you’ll learn basic principles of bicycle and traffic safety.  For the second part of the workshop, you’ll need your bike, because we’ll be hitting the road for an easy ride that will put what you learned into practice.

This class is generously subsidized by the Caltech’s BikeLab.

RSVP to: bike@cicle.org.  Space is limited.

To attend this class you must be able to:
-Start your bike with confidence and ease.
-Balance and steer your bike
-Bring your bike to a smooth and controlled stop.
-Use your gears effectively
-Remove one hand from your handlebar to signal without veering.
-Look over your shoulder without veering.

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

CicLAvia
October 7th, 2012 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Car-free streets open for the people to enjoy by foot, bicycle, skateboard, jump-rope and other human-powered devices.

C.I.C.L.E.’s ArtNight Ride
October 12th, 2012
Ride through the streets of Pasadena at night and enjoy the eclectic and stunning collection of art galleries and museums, open free to the public.

Rail~Volution!
October 15-17, 2012
Hollywood, CA
Rail~Volution is a conference of passionate people, like you, who want to engage in thoughtful discussion about building livable communities with transit.

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
October 20th, 2012 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
October 21st, 2012 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

C.I.C.L.E.’s Traffic Basics Class
November 3rd, 2012 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Pasadena, CA

 

 

September 2012 News

Tour de Fat: The ballyhoo of bikes and beer is upon us

Tour de Fat comes to Los Angeles on September 15th from 10am until 5pm to celebrate all things bikes and help raise money for C.I.C.L.E., the L.A.C.B.C, and the Bicycle Kitchen!  Join us for a bicycle parade through downtown Los Angeles, unique costumes, innovative bikes, and flowing beer from New Belgium Brewing! The event will highlight the Car for Bike Trade winner, one person who commits to trading in their car for one year in exchange for a fully equipped, locally made, custom-built bicycle. Mark your calendars!

Facebook Event Invite
Car for Bike Trade

Here’s your guide to the festival.

Costumed Bicycle Parade: Share your love of the bicycle life as you ride through downtown Los Angeles in a festive group ride.

When: 10:00am Registration. Parade begins at promptly at 11:00am.

What to bring: Your most expressive costume, your bicycle in good working condition, a suggested donation of $5 for the LACBC (ride organizers).  All participants under 18 must wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under age 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

Music, Theatrics, Fun, and Beer! Stay and enjoy the fun after the ride with music and theatrics by  Los Amigos Invisibles, Sssnakenstein, Yo-Yo People, and Sister Sparrow & The Dirty Birds.  Sing your heart out in the Karaoke-porta-john, take a ride in the wacky bicycle pit, enjoy cold New Belgium Brews, make new friends, and celebrate the Los Angeles bicycle community.

When: noon-5:00pm

What to bring: Some cash for brews and food and you and all your friends!

BIKE CARMAGEDDON! C.I.C.L.E.’s Orange Line Valley Ride

In anticipation of the 405 Fwy closure on September 29th and 30th, stay out of your car, zip past traffic jams, shop local, and join C.I.C.L.E.’s Carmageddon Valley Ride on Sunday, September 30th. The 8 mile bicycle ride will begin at the Balboa Orange Line Station and follow the Metro Orange Line Bus Way Bike Path between two great community spaces. The ride will take place along the Bike Path through the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Center and will stop at the Japanese Gardens to enjoy the Garden of Water and Fragrance and experience complete tranquility. The Japanese Garden will provide complementary admission to bicyclists joining the ride. The ride will loop over to the ONEgeneration Encino Farmer’s Market where participants can purchase tasty, energizing snacks.

Don’t miss this car-free community event! Participants are encouraged to take public transit to the beginning of the ride to facilitate a truly car-free experience. As with all of C.I.C.L.E.’s rides, this ride is under 10 miles, family-friendly, leisurely paced and led by experienced ride leaders.

When: Sunday, September 30th from 10am-1pm

Where: Meet at the Balboa Orange Line Station in the park and ride lot. 6338 Balboa Boulevard, Encino, CA

Time: Meet at 10am. Ride leaves promptly at 10:30am and returns by 1pm.

What to bring: Bring water, a snack (or purchase one at the Farmers Market), and a bicycle in good working order. This ride is FREE and open to anyone, but all participants should be able to ride a bike safely with the ability to brake, change gears, and balance while stopping and starting. All participants under 18 MUST wear a helmet and be escorted by a parent or guardian. Children under 8 should be on a tag-a-long, bike trailer, tandem, or other safe child-carrying device to participate in the ride.

Tour de Arts: Bikes, Joy, & Art

Sunday, Aug 19th was a perfect day of sunshine, art and bicycles rolling through Santa Monica! The fourth installment of Tour da Arts took place with hundreds rollin’ through on two wheels. Riders arrived and enjoyed spoke card workshops, a spin on the BarCycle, the Peddler’s Creamery, learning about the bicycle powered sewing machine, and practicing mounting their bicycles on Metro’s bike racks. And that was just registration. Our community bike tour took off in full force with helpful ride leaders and bumpin’ beats to ride along to. The ride, following all traffic rules and moving at a leisurely pace, made three two stops along the way. At the first stop at Santa Monica Bay Women’s Club, folks danced along to Triple Chicken Foot’s Infectious square dancing beats. At the next stop, folks enjoyed snack, refreshments and the quirky itty bitty Match Box Puppet Show by Laura Heit at John Adams Middle School. After hopping back on the bikes for one last leg, we returned to the Santa Monica Museum of Art for a dramatic and upbeat welcoming by music duo Dirt Bird in the Popwagon. Thanks to all of those who joined us for this wonderful day of community, creativity and bicycle power! Take a look through the photos below.

Tour da Arts Photo Album

Action Alert

On Monday, August 27th, the California Assembly approved the 3-Foot Passing bill. This bill would mandate  a 3 foot bicycle buffer zone for passing cars in an effort to reduce vehicle/bicycle fatalities.

The Bill will go to vote in the Senate and then on to Governor Brown to be signed. Although nothing has been finalized yet, the bicycle community is looking forward to the passage of this Bill and the relief it will provide cyclists on the streets.

Read more here: Assembly Approves 3-foot passing bill

Support the California Bicycle Coalition’s campaign to have SB 1464 signed into law.

Safety Tip of the Month: Riding Responsibly

This month, we celebrate everything bicycles at New Belgium Brewing’s Tour de Fat bicycle festival.  For those who have joined us for the festival know, it’s about spreading your passion for bicycles, making new bike friends, enjoying fabulous entertainment and tasting some of New Belgium Brewing’s amazing beers.  We want to remind everyone to stay safe and drink responsibly.  This includes not operating your bicycle if you are inebriated.  The festival is adjacent to the Chinatown Gold Line station and Union Station so there are lots of car-free transportation options!

Here are a few things to keep in mind:

1) Make sure you are well hydrated while bicycling.

2) Know your limit for your body weight.

3) Cyclists are less likely to wear helmets when intoxicated.

4) It is against the law to ride under the influence and your driving privilege could be suspended or delayed for a year if you are cited.

Shay’s Bike Nation Streetfilms Benefit a huge success!

Shay’s Bike Nation Streetfilms Benefit a huge success!

On August 9th, folks swarmed Flying Pigeon Bicycle Shop to enjoy Streetfilms, tacos and raise funds for the Kick Butt and Get Better Fund, supporting C.I.C.L.E. founder Shay Sanchez and her battle with Lupus Vasculitis. This event, sponsored by Bike Nation, raised over $3000 which will truly benefit our incredible bicycle pioneer and community leader who’s work and vision has improved the lives and experiences of the entire bicycle community. Help improve her life and support her struggle.

September Workshops

 Learn to Ride: 9/8/12

Have you always wanted to ride a bike but never learned how? This class is for adults who are getting back on that bike for the first time. This class is at capacity, but contact us at bike@cicle.org to get on our growing waiting list to join the next available class!

Shopping by Bike: 9/22/12

Transporting groceries and goods using a bicycle has never been so easy.  C.I.C.L.E. will lead this educational demo on how to load your bicycle up with your latest purchases and what gear will make it easy.  Never look for a parking space again!  Stop by Whole Foods Market Arroyo and learn how to connect your healthy food with healthy transportation!

Price: Free

Time: 11:00am to 12:00pm.  Instructors will be available for questions after the workshop.

Location:  Whole Foods Arroyo Parkway, 465 South Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena, CA 91105

Upcoming Events on Two Wheels

C.I.C.L.E.’s Learn To Ride (for adults)
September 8th, 2012 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Los Angeles, CA (Eagle Rock)

Pro Walk/Pro Bike 2012
September 10-13, 2012
Long Beach, CA
North America’s largest conference on walking, bicycling, and Placemaking

Tour de Fat, Los Angeles
September 15, 2012 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Los Angeles, CA

Changing the Mechanics: How Bikes are Transforming the Way LA Moves
September 19, 2012 at 7pm
California Endowment
CenterScene Public Programs invites you to meet a panel of advocates working to carve out a space in LA’s landscape for this low-cost and environmentally-friendly alternative on our roads.

C.I.C.L.E.’s Shopping By Bike Workshop
September 22, 2012 11:00am to 12:pm
Whole Foods Market Arroyo Parkway, Pasadena, CA
Transporting groceries and goods using a bicycle has never been so easy.  C.I.C.L.E. will lead this educational demo on how to load your bicycle up with your latest purchases and what gear will make it easy.

CARMAGEDDON II
September 29-30, 2012
I-405 closure.  Bike, use public transporation, plan ahead, avoid the area, or eat shop, and play locally!

BIKE CARMAGEDDON! C.I.C.L.E.’s Orange Line Valley Ride
September 30th, 2002 11:00am to 12:pm
Balboa Orangle Line Station: 6338 Balboa Boulevard, Encino, CA
The ride will take place along the Bike Path through the Sepulveda Basin Recreation Center and will stop at the Japanese Gardens and Encino Farmer’s Market.

CicLAvia
October 7th, 2012 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Car-free streets open for the people to enjoy by foot, bicycle, skateboard, jump-rope and other human-powered devices.

C.I.C.L.E.’s ArtNight Ride
October 12th, 2012
Ride through the streets of Pasadena at night and enjoy the eclectic and stunning collection of art galleries and museums, open free to the public.

Rail~Volution!
October 15-17, 2012
Hollywood, CA
Rail~Volution is a conference of passionate people, like you, who want to engage in thoughtful discussion about building livable communities with transit.