#youthbike — Public Fediverse posts

"85 cyclists detained trying to 'take over' San Francisco's Bay Bridge” https://www.thecalifornian.com/story/news/california/2026/03/30/california-highway-patrol-stops-85-riders-from-bay-bridge-take-over/89390966007/
#SFBA

In contrast, "Rideout or Rude Out? Make your bike party courteous, safer, legal, and fun” https://bikemonterey.org/rideout-or-rude-out-make-your-bike-party-courteous-safer-legal-and-fun.html

#YouthBike #MoreKidsOnBikes #SpringBreak #BikeParty #AmazingGeneration #cycling #biking #TrafficSafety #freeway

Why support local bike shops (e.g., in Monterey County, https://bikemonterey.org/tips-for-tourists/need-something-maam)?

Here’s one reason: When Cycle House Bike Co. owner Stacy heard about this 14-year-old’s situation, she was moved to help. Report from
Jazmon DeJarnette, #KSBW: https://www.ksbw.com/article/marina-bike-shop-teen-stolen-bike-attack/70718500

#YouthBike #MoreKidsOnBikes #BMX #TheRipper #MontereyCounty #LocalBikeShops #LBS #cycling #teens #biking

In #BikeLeague Cycling Education Peer Learning Call, just completed, Bike Cleveland’s Education Director, Diana ‘DevahD’ Hildebrand, was the other presenter. https://www.bikecleveland.org/about/staff-board/ / https://www.bikecleveland.org/education-2/

#YouthBike #YouthEducation #youth #education #transportation #PublicHealth #schools

Do youth want bicycling education at school? In #BikeLeague Cycling Education Peer Learning Call happening now, Hawai‘i Bicycling League’s Director of Education, Malia Harunaga, indicated that school absenteeism is reported to be lowest in weeks when bike education is scheduled. https://hbl.org/learn/youth-bikeed/

#YouthBike #YouthEducation #youth #education #transportation #PublicHealth #schools #SchoolAbsenteeism #SchoolAttendance

Joel Mendoza, North Monterey County Fire Chief, shared his favorite “game” growing up: Follow the Leader on BMX bicycles! And he adds, "Honestly, I still feel a bit bad that as a society we moved so quickly from all that physical activity to the digital world.” Details: https://www.montereycountynow.com/news/cover/local-officials-peel-off-their-professional-personas-to-share-their-favorite-games-and-reveal-if/article_6bf6b77e-a0cb-4cbe-b49c-dd32c912e819.html

#MontereyCounty #BMX #cycling #MoreKidsOnBikes #YouthBike

"Although even the commissioners shared some hesitation, they did vote to recommend [Carlsbad] city council still impose the minimum age requirement as a first step.

"They are also recommending council adopt a rule to prohibit passengers for anyone under 16 and look into lobbying the state to create even more protections surrounding e-bikes.”

https://fox5sandiego.com/news/local-news/north-county/carlsbad-traffic-safety-and-mobility-commission-recommends-age-limit-for-e-bike-riders/

#youth
#biking
#cycling
#YouthBike
#MoreKidsOnBikes
#ActiveTransport
#BikeTooter
#CarlsbadCalifornia
#California
#BikeLaws

"No new E-Bike laws for now, Santa Cruz says education is the answer” by Briana Mathaw for #KION

"'Riding e-bikes, younger than they would get a license? They're really missing that opportunity to know how to behave on our roadways with other roadway users. And so [our focus is] enhancing the amount of education that we put out,' Claire Gallogly said.” (Gallogly, while not identified as such in KION story, is a City of Santa Cruz transportation planner, since 2015.)

https://kion546.com/news/2025/09/16/no-new-e-bike-laws-for-now-santa-cruz-says-education-is-the-answer/

#ebikes #ebike #YouthBike #MoreKidsOnBikes #SantaCruz #MontereyBay #California #BikeLaws #YouthEducation #BikersEd #youth #cycling #BikeTooter

As the San Diego County, California’s City of Carlsbad "Snapshot of fines associated with violations” in https://www.carlsbadca.gov/departments/streets-traffic/traffic-safety/electric-bikes notes, “The actual fine does not include approximately $300 dollars in additional court fees.”

Similarly true here in Monterey County. For example, while state law allows a $25 fine for Helmet Required [for minors], 21212(a) CVC, in actuality, if you’re under 18 and are cited for no helmet in Monterey County, you’re typically going to be out $193 due the court, not $25. That’s why Bicycling Monterey offers an alternative https://bikemonterey.org/bike-equity-project-alternative-to-fine-for-traffic-citations.html that is appreciated by local families: https://bikemonterey.org/youth-bike-and-sometimes-receive-citations.html.

Donations to help support that project — or to provide helmets for youth without one — are needed and appreciated. How to donate: https://bikemonterey.org/about/financial-donations

#youth #biking #cycling #YouthBike #MoreKidsOnBikes #ActiveTransport #BikeTooter #MontereyCounty #BikeLaws #helmet

Summer Bike Buzz https://bikemonterey.org/bike-buzz-summer-2025-news-from-bicycling-monterey.html updates include a SAVE THE DATE alert for Monterey County’s Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day - Saturday, October 4, 2025, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
#MontereyCounty #YouthBike #MTB #TakeAKidMountainBikingDay #MountainBiking

“Cycling apparel” for many of us means just regular clothing—#NoSpandexRequired. It makes sense that others, e.g., racers or long-distance riders, do prefer specific types of fabric and clothing design.

Then there are teens. 💚 😎 Many value clothing as a form of self-expression! For some, they’d like apparel that indicates “I bike,” but their budget may not allow such purchases. That’s why we appreciated that on April 13, our #MontereyBay neighbors, Ibis Cycles of Santa Cruz https://ibiscycles.com/, provided apparel for some youth participating in our cycling education activities. Ibis contributed three Ibis/Giro jerseys, four pair of Ibis/Giro shorts, one Ibis/Giro t-shirt, and two Ibis sweatshirts. Thank you, neighbors!

#biking #bicycling #cycling #MakeADifference #YouthBike #MontereyCounty #SantaCruzCounty #SantaCruz

Among the most satisfying of the numerous Bicycling Monterey projects https://bikemonterey.org/about/financial-donations/donations-some-ways-your-money-can-help is providing an alternative to fines for people who receive citations while biking https://bikemonterey.org/bike-equity-project-alternative-to-fine-for-traffic-citations.html.

As we pointed out at the last #CalBike Policy Advisory Council meeting, although California legislation allows for a $25 fine for helmet citation (for minors), court costs mean that $25 becomes $193 in our county courts.

Tonight’s letter writing (below) provides one example of saving a local family money—in this case, $386, as the minor had received two citations. We do our best to tailor each minor’s community service to their individual learning style and family circumstances.

If you value the Bicycling Monterey site and projects, please consider making a donation to help support this work. https://bikemonterey.org/about/financial-donations

#BikeTooter #TrafficSafety #YouthBike #TrafficFines #TrafficCitations #cycling #biking #bicycling #CommunityService

Our 17-yr-old ride companion tonight was in full agreement: We are fortunate to have this excellent car-free coastal trail—AND we need such infrastructure in neighborhoods all over our county!

#BikeTooter #MontereyCounty #MoreKidsOnBikes #YouthBike #IntergenerationalRideBuddies #MoneyLynchBeastMode #BMX #BeastModeRipper #TernBicycles #TernNBD

"NorCal Interscholastic Cycling League starts its season at Fort Ord every year….Executive Director Terry Curley says part of the appeal of biking is its #inclusivity—there are no benches, so everyone gets to ride.”

https://www.ksbw.com/article/students-mountain-bike-race-fort-ord-march-3/64020276

A partial local history: https://bikemonterey.org/monterey-county-teens-who-bike-including-mountain-bike-at-the-2017-california-state-high-school-mountain-bike-championships-and-elsewhere.html

#NationalInterscholasticCyclingAssociation #NICA #NorCalLeague #MoreKidsOnBikes #FortOrd #MontereyCounty #FortOrdNationalMonument #MountainBiking #MTB #HighSchoolAthletics #Salinas #Monterey #SalinasHighSchoolCowboysRacing #MontereyBayCompositeLightfighters #RanchoSanJuanHighSchoolMountainBiking #Athletics #TeensBike #YouthBike

"Learning some dos and don’ts of biking” - guest post by a 15-year-old Salinas resident https://bikemonterey.org/learning-some-dos-and-donts-of-biking.html

#BikeTooter #BikeCommuting #YouthBike #TeensBike #MontereyCounty #Salinas

Over 50 bicycles were gifted to local youth in Greenfield in celebration of Dia de los Reyes (Three Kings Day).
https://salinasvalleytribune.com/greenfield-youth-receive-free-bikes-for-dia-de-los-reyes/

#MontereyCounty #SalinasValley #Greenfield #SalinasValleyTribune #YouthBike #DiaDeLosReyes #ThreeKingsDay

Note date change for Smart Cycling class!
REGISTER BY JULY 12TH for July 13 Smart Cycling class in #Monterey Peninsula city of #Marina.
Ages 14-17 welcome, as well as adults.
Excellent instructor: Frank Henderson, a #BikeLeague certified instructor.
Details: https://bikemonterey.org/smart-cycling-class-july-13-in-marina.html

Also scheduled is Aug 2-4 Bike League Cycling Instructor seminar in Salinas, for ages 18+. https://bikemonterey.org/aug-2024-league-cycling-instructor-seminar-in-salinas.html

#BikeTooter
#MontereyCounty #BikeEd #SmartCycling #BikersEducation #BicyclingEducation #BikeCommuter #VehicularCycling #BicycleDriving #BikeSafety #ActiveTransportation #YouthBike #BikeSkills #BikeCommuting #BikeCalifornia #BikeMonterey #MontereyBay

#Greenfield Community Science Workshop has a new Greenfield CSW Bike Club for middle and high school students, and for older elementary school students too! Why a social bike club? For adventure, friendship, and fun!

Details:
https://bikemonterey.org/greenfield-csw-bike-club.html

#BikeTooter #CondadoDeMonterey #MontereyCounty #YouthBike #Youth #Friendship #Hangout #Fun #bici #bicicleta #bike #bicycle

Education not citation (whenever appropriate).

Help that happen. Share "Group Social Bike Rides — Instrux for Participants" with youth and adults doing ride-outs / #BikeParties / #BikeRuns / #CriticalMass rides in your community. https://bikemonterey.org/rideout-or-rude-out-make-your-bike-party-safe-legal-and-fun.html

#BikeTooter
#BikeParty #CourteousMass #Rideouts

#YouthBike #BicycleLaws #BikePolite #BikeSafety #RidingSkills #bicycling #bikes #bicycle #cycling #MidnightRidazzOfLA #SanJoseBikeParty #SantaCruzBikeParty #SalinasBikeParty #BicyclingMonterey #BikeCommunity #transportation #infrastructure