BIKE BAKERSFIELD NEWS AND EVENTS

Full Moon Bike Ride

Monday, July 22, at 8pm

Join a casual group of riders as we ride from Beach Park to the Marketplace at a pace of around 10-12 miles per hour. The ride out is organized and kept together as much as possible. Once at the Marketplace, riders enjoy the fountain and various shops, then head home or back to the park in smaller, unsupported groups.

Lights, helmets and locks recommended. (Lights and reflectors for all, and helmets for those under 18 are required by California Vehicle Code.)

Join the event and invite your friends on Facebook.
Download the flyer to distribute. See photos and videos from last month's ride.

Basic Bicycle Maintenance

July 27 and August 10, 3-6pm

On Saturday, July 27, and Saturday, August 10, from 3-6pm, we're hosting a Basic Bicycle Maintenance class at Bike Bakersfield. Learn basic skills to keep your bicycle functioning smoothly, and to get you going again quickly if you have a mechanical issue during a ride. During this three hour hands-on workshop, we'll cover:

Flat tire repair
Drivetrain maintenance
ABC Quick Check

A bike in good condition is required. Basic Bicycle Maintenance is an adult level class for people age 16 and up. Class size is limited to 6 participants to ensure adequate one-on-one instruction.

Cost is $25 for non-members and includes a Bike Bakersfield membership. Class is free for members at the Basic ($25) level or higher (limit of two classes per year for Basic members). Membership can be purchased online, or you can pay at the time of the class.

Pre-register by emailing brad@bikebakersfield.org. The July 27 class is full, but you may still register and get on the waiting list for the class.

Bakersfield City Bicycling

Confidence on our city streets

August 11, 10am-4pm

Many people are intimidated and discouraged by the way motorists dominate the roadway. Through education and practice, Bakersfield City Bicycling builds your personal confidence for riding a bicycle on city streets.

Understand your rights and duties as a driver operating a bicycle safely and legally on public roadways.
Develop the ability to identify unsafe traffic situations and make decisions that can prevent crashes and collisions.
Learn how to perform a pre-ride bike safety check.

The course includes a review of state and local laws, on-bike skill development, and more to help you become a more confident cyclist.

A bike in good condition with at least one functioning handbrake or coaster brake is required. Bakersfield City Bicycling is an adult level class for people age 16 and up. Class size is limited to 12 participants to ensure adequate one-on-one instruction.

Pre-register by emailing brad@bikebakersfield.org.

MORE BICYCLING EVENTS AROUND BAKERSFIELD

Kern Wheelmen All-Level, Family-Friendly, No-Drop Ride

July 27, 7am

Bring your family and friends to the Park at River Walk for a fun, social ride. All skill levels welcome. Ride leaders will be available for each group. No rider will be dropped.

See the Facebook Event Page for more information.

Bena Road Time Trials

July 27, 8am

The Bena Road Time Trials return on July 27 to benefit the Jeremy Staat Foundation. Registration starts at 7am, and racing starts at 8am. There will be a free kids' race following the adult race.

More information is on the Facebook Event Page.

Potluck/Picnic Ride

By Ride Yo Bike

July 27, 9:30am

Meet at the bike path at Finish Line Bikes for a ride to Hart Park on Saturday, July 27. This is the second annual Ride Yo Bike Potluck/Picnic Ride. Come out for some food, fun and a raffle. There will be a vehicle to transport food and drinks to Hart Park. Contact bradd1234@hotmail.com for more information.

Legacy Century

August 31

Tejon Ranch is located at the southern end of the San Joaquin Valley. At nearly 270,000 acres, Tejon Ranch is the largest private land in California. Its 422 sq. miles make it about as large as Los Angeles. The ride will begin inside the ranch amongst the majestic mountains surrounding the Grapevine. Cyclists will be privileged to ride the virgin roads of the ranch, where few cyclists have ever been. At 3,500 feet, the temperature should be about 20 degrees cooler than the valley floor.

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