Bicycle Colorado

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In the past few weeks everything has changed, including the way we fundraise. Please help us continue our advocacy in 2020 and beyond by participating in our virtual fundraiser and auction all this week!

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We teach adults how to safely and confidently commute by bike!

Studies show that bike commuting can improve mental and physical health while also connecting you to your community, saving you money and helping the environment.

Interest in bicycle commuting is growing by the day, and we are working to make Colorado the best place to ride through infrastructure and legislation that make this choice safer and more accessible.

Our Confident Commuting programs are meant to help adults feel more confident while riding. And we recognize that people interested in commuting have varying levels of confidence today, that’s why we offer several different options for you to choose from based on your comfort level.

Read more about each below. 

DID YOU KNOW?

When you bike commute to work or school you’ll save money and feel great! Your employer will thank you too—they can save money when YOU ride. Wellness programs are proven to save health care and absenteeism costs.

In a study of 72 wellness programs, every $1 invested in a wellness program saved businesses $4 on health care costs and $5 in reduced absenteeism costs. Pass it along. 

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The Navigator Program

Our navigator program, led by mobility program director James Waddell, connects new riders to more experienced bike commuters around central Denver. You can think of it as a “bike-hailing” service for people interested in riding but who’d like an assist in getting started. 

We plan to launch the program in the fall of 2019. Once we’ve launched, people who want to ride more can request a navigator to show up and help them learn new routes, navigate traffic and learn the rules of the road! The navigator program is made possible with Transportation Demand Management Set-aside funding.

Want to learn more? Email mobility program director James Waddell at james@bicyclecolorado.org. 

Become a Navigator
Become a new bike commuter

Active Bike Corridors

We want to make commuting in the Denver area as easy as can be. Our Active Bike Corridor (ABC) program aims to increase rides into and around Denver using seven key bike corridors and a whole lot of local partners and community engagement to get more people out riding more often. Routes were sourced to activate communities surrounding the city core with input from Denver Regional Council of Government (DRCOG), Strava and Denver Public Works, and it is made possible with Transportation Demand Management Set-aside funding.

Enjoy Friday group commuter rides, family and youth rides and classes in confident commuting, basic bike maintenance and more. Contact Education Program Coordinator Chris Winn at chris@bicyclecolorado.org to start your adventure!

Learn more about the ABCs

Group classes

When you’re ready to get started, gather some co-workers or friends and let’s get pedaling!

We are currently offering a variety of programs that can be implemented anywhere—workplaces, community centers or even your local brewery during happy hour.

Participants learn essential traffic, safety, navigation and maintenance skills to increase their confidence while bike commuting, and everyone who takes our classes pedals away with a full manual to dive deeper into topics of interest.

We know all organizations, businesses and communities have a unique culture and set of opportunities and needs, and we’re happy to customize the program for each client. Sessions are available individually or as a package. Below is the current list of classes we are offering.

For more information about scheduling a program, email bikeschool@bicyclecolorado.org

**COME JOIN OUR FREE WEBINARS FOR THE MONTH OF JUNE!**

To celebrate June as ‘Bike Month’ in Colorado, we are offering a whole stack of FREE bicycle education webinars each week!  

Confident Commuting Webinar (1hr)

Interest in bicycle commuting is growing by the day, and now is the time to put down the car keys and throw your leg over a bike instead!  Come join us for an hour long presentation introducing the basics of bicycle commuting, covering topics such as route finding, clothing and equipment, plus how to safely navigate the streets.

Basic Bike Mechanics Webinar (1hr)

Do you have a squeaky chain that just doesn’t quite sound right? Or are your brakes too loose for you to stop safely? Come and learn all this and more in our Basic Bike Maintenance webinar where we will outline the key tricks and tips to get your bike running smoothly.

Confident Commuting 101

A comprehensive introduction to bike commuting. Topics include choosing the right bike and fit, clothing and gear and how to clean up and be presentable for work. Later, we shift to rules of the road and traffic scenarios. This involves an in-depth discussion of safety tips, bike laws, etiquette, infrastructure and lane positioning.  Presentation length is 1.5hrs, but can be tailored shorter if needed.

Basic Bike Mechanics

Participants are guided through the basics of taking care of a bicycle, including fixing a flat, adjusting brakes and maintaining a chain. All participants will get the opportunity to change a flat tire. In addition, participants will learn the “ABC Quick Check”–an easy way to make sure your bike is ride-ready that will help prevent crashes due to bike malfunction.  Class length is 1.5hr, but can be tailored shorter if needed.

Winter Riding 101

Interested in riding year-round, but not sure how to prepare for the colder season? Just because the temperatures start to dip, it doesn’t mean the fun stops!  Participants of this class will learn tips and tricks on what to wear for comfort and warmth, best preparing your bike and gear, route navigation and how to ride safely in wet or snowy conditions.  Presentation length is 1hr. 

Group Rides

Bicycle Colorado will lead a group ride for all participants interested in gaining first-hand commuting experience on the road while boosting their confidence.  This is best done following our Confident Commuting 101 presentation.  The route will take participants through a diverse sample of intersections, streets and infrastructure, allowing for more discussion related to rules of the road, lane positioning, etc. Participants will receive feedback on their riding as well as practice bike maneuvering skills to further build confidence and decrease the chance of being involved in a crash. The group will travel at a comfortable pace to accommodate different riding levels.

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The Latest News

  • May 22, 2020
  • by Aishwarya Krishnamoorthy
How a visually impaired bicyclist adapts to change

  • DON’T DELAY: We’re placing another order for #BicycleColorado masks made by our friends at @primalwear TOMORROW (5/14) at noon! Click the link in our bio to get yours now! • • • We’re thrilled to see so many people out enjoying (and often rediscovering the joy of) riding a bike right now, and we’re asking ALL bicyclists to do their part to prevent the spread of #covid19 by wearing a mask or other face covering when out for a ride. Doing so keeps you, your loved ones, those around you, and all Coloradans safer while helping reduce stress on our medical system. If you still need a mask, click the link in our bio to pre-order one now and support our advocacy work! Thanks so much to everyone who has already purchased, and to @primalwear for supporting our efforts over the years. Ride on.
  • #BicycleColorado volunteers and staff members spent time today helping @denverurbangardens and @denverfoodrescue deliver “Grow a Garden” food boxes to home-bound families in Denver—via bike! Supporting our community on two wheels makes for a great way to spend a sunny day. Many thanks to our friends @ddchen47, David M., and @juggernautcargo for your help! Head to denverfoodrescue.org or dug.org to learn more about these great local organizations. #rideyourbike
  • Tonight the #BicycleColorado team celebrated Stacey, our outgoing Development Director, with a virtual happy hour. Stacey has been an absolute rockstar for BC. We’re sad to see her leave, but thrilled for her as she heads out on a new adventure (hopefully in the #BikeAdvocacy space!) in North Carolina. Please join us in wishing her well!