This post was written by the National Youth Bike Council. CalBike is delighted to see a new generation of advocates working together through NYBC and the Youth Bike Summit. Top photo: Youth Bike Summit youth-only attendees take a photo in 2016 Bicycles serve as a great catalyst, more now than ever, in aiding youth health […]
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There have been lots of remembrances of Bill Walton, who died May 27, 2024, at age 71. He touched the lives of many people. Here at CalBike, we remember him as someone who loved bikes and supported the goal of making our state more bike-friendly. Known primarily for his legendary career on the basketball court, […]
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For Immediate Release: 5/29/24 Contact: Jared Sanchez, 714-262-0921, jared@calbike.org SACRAMENTO—The legislature’s budget proposal, released today, rescinds the deep cuts to the Active Transportation Program (ATP) proposed in the Governor’s Budget and plans to backfill those cuts with state highway funding. CalBike thanks the legislature for recognizing the value of the ATP and maintaining funding commitments […]
On Friday, May 24, bills had to be voted out of the house where they originated. Only two of the bills we supported died in committee, and one we opposed was amended so we were able to switch our position to neutral. The legislative process includes many amendments along the way, and we continue to […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/California-wildfire-fighter-scaled.jpg17072560Jared Sanchezhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngJared Sanchez2024-05-22 16:14:332024-07-16 14:06:25California Has a Climate Deficit
At CalBike, we work hard to make riding a bike safe and accessible for more Californians. But we don’t forget one of the reasons for our passion: joy. Because riding a bike, on a good day with a nice stretch of pavement and a well-oiled chain, is pure joy. May is Bike Month, and it’s […]
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https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/RectangleBikes.png7241825Jared Sanchezhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngJared Sanchez2024-05-13 16:07:362024-08-06 11:29:13How to Be a Complete Streets Ambassador
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https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/protected-bikeways-act.jpg6841024Jared Sanchezhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngJared Sanchez2024-05-09 13:48:092024-07-30 09:58:45Sign On to Support the Complete Streets Bill
On May 1, 2024, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) held what we hope is the last work group meeting about the California E-Bike Incentive Project before a launch date is announced and the first application window opens. The meeting was dominated by bike manufacturers and retailers and largely centered around the new program requirement […]
https://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/e-bike-father-with-kids-scaled.jpeg17072560Laura McCamyhttps://www.calbike.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/calbike-logo.pngLaura McCamy2024-05-07 11:56:292024-05-07 17:26:06Final E-Bike Incentive Work Group Reveals New Details About the Program
Youth Bike Council Improves Youth Health Two Wheels at a Time
/by CalBike StaffThis post was written by the National Youth Bike Council. CalBike is delighted to see a new generation of advocates working together through NYBC and the Youth Bike Summit. Top photo: Youth Bike Summit youth-only attendees take a photo in 2016 Bicycles serve as a great catalyst, more now than ever, in aiding youth health […]
Remembering Bill Walton, Friend to CalBike
/by Andrew WrightThere have been lots of remembrances of Bill Walton, who died May 27, 2024, at age 71. He touched the lives of many people. Here at CalBike, we remember him as someone who loved bikes and supported the goal of making our state more bike-friendly. Known primarily for his legendary career on the basketball court, […]
CalBike Commends Legislature for Rejecting Active Transportation Cuts
/by Laura McCamyFor Immediate Release: 5/29/24 Contact: Jared Sanchez, 714-262-0921, jared@calbike.org SACRAMENTO—The legislature’s budget proposal, released today, rescinds the deep cuts to the Active Transportation Program (ATP) proposed in the Governor’s Budget and plans to backfill those cuts with state highway funding. CalBike thanks the legislature for recognizing the value of the ATP and maintaining funding commitments […]
Legislative Update: Bike-Friendly Bills at the Midpoint
/by Jared SanchezOn Friday, May 24, bills had to be voted out of the house where they originated. Only two of the bills we supported died in committee, and one we opposed was amended so we were able to switch our position to neutral. The legislative process includes many amendments along the way, and we continue to […]
California Has a Climate Deficit
/by Jared SanchezBike Month Is Also Mental Health Awareness Month
/by Stefany AlfaroAt CalBike, we work hard to make riding a bike safe and accessible for more Californians. But we don’t forget one of the reasons for our passion: joy. Because riding a bike, on a good day with a nice stretch of pavement and a well-oiled chain, is pure joy. May is Bike Month, and it’s […]
How to Be a Complete Streets Ambassador
/by Jared SanchezCalBike Response to May Budget Revise
/by Jared SanchezSign On to Support the Complete Streets Bill
/by Jared SanchezFinal E-Bike Incentive Work Group Reveals New Details About the Program
/by Laura McCamyOn May 1, 2024, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) held what we hope is the last work group meeting about the California E-Bike Incentive Project before a launch date is announced and the first application window opens. The meeting was dominated by bike manufacturers and retailers and largely centered around the new program requirement […]