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Bike today for a better tomorrow.

Join thousands of others as they ditch their cars in favor of two-wheeled, pedal-powered transportation on Bike to Work Day. Longmont is set for plenty of fun with breakfast stations throughout town and an afternoon, community bike party. The City is hosting two breakfast stations this year with hot breakfast to fuel your ride to work! View a list and map of Longmont Stations >

Bike Lane Trial Project

Improving and expanding Longmont’s bicycle network is an important and ongoing effort guided by the City’s Envision Longmont Multimodal & Comprehensive Plan. As part of that effort, the City is utilizing routine street re-striping work to test ways of creating new bicycle facilities on existing streets.
Through this project, Longmont travelers can try out three different types of on-street bicycle facilities and give their feedback! Learn more about the project >

Tour the Project

Ride with Transportation Planner, Phil Greenwald, and Traffic Safety Coordinator, Lauren Greenfield on an informative and casually paced ride to experience the different bike lanes being tested. Join City staff afterwards to discuss thoughts and feedback on the project. June 28, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Meet at Tasty Weasel 5:30 ready to ride at 5:45.

Buy it. Fit it. Wear it.
EVERY RIDE!

Helmets come in various sizes, just like hats. Size can vary between manufacturers. Follow the steps to fit a helmet properly. It may take time to ensure a proper helmet fit, but your life is worth it. Complete guide to fitting a helmet >

Upcoming Classes & Rides

Biking for the "Re"-Beginner

June 12 & July 15 Want to ride but not sure where to start, from pumping up your tires to selecting a route, what to wear for optimal comfort, where to ride and more! Increase your confidence on the bike with techniques, tips and a beginner ride. Classroom instruction + bike ride (bikes available).

Rusty Dusty Riders

June 13 Feeling a little rusty on the bike? Bike looking a little dusty? Come ride with us! Safety checks and biking tips and techniques. About 75-90 minutes of riding in a safe environment.

Roadside Emergency Mechanics

June 19 What's that noise? You CAN fix that flat and get home on your own!

Bicycle Connections

June 25 Invitation to all to chat bikes with City staff and other bicycle enthusiasts! Update on bike trails, info on bicycle related pilot programs and your opportunity to provide input on what is working great and what could be improved upon. Kick off Bike to Work Week with a cider and cycle chat!

Bicycle Rodeo for Kids

July 17 Calling all kids ages 4-10! Grab your bike and helmet and come over to Roosevelt Pavilion for FUN on your bike while navigating through obstacle courses and challenges to increase and improve bicycle handling skills in a safe and contained environment. All registered kids will receive a goody bag. Bike and helmet safety checks will be performed and taught to kids, as well as safe biking techniques for parents to ride with kids. $5 to register. Volunteers needed; email us to volunteer

Navigate Longmont by Bicycle

August 1 Determine the safest route to reach your destination and ride it! Maps, routing strategies and safety checks!