Welcome, from our New BSCC Board Chair



I’m excited to be stepping into the role of chair of Bike Santa Cruz County at a moment when biking and active transportation are rapidly changing across our county.

Lately, I’ve been reflecting on my old daily ride through Arana Gulch more than fourteen years ago, pulling two kids in a trailer on the way to preschool. The trail as we know it today didn’t exist. What we rode was a sketchy, muddy, bumpy path that eventually got us to Live Oak. My kids even made up a song just for it—“It’s the bumpy rooooooad… it’s the bumpy roooooad.” (In case you were wondering how it goes.)

Today, that same corridor is smooth, tranquil, and one of the most heavily biked and walked routes in Santa Cruz. Getting here wasn’t easy. Dedicated bike advocates put in years of work, often in the face of skepticism that the trail would see much use or offer real transportation value. Those advocates could envision a future where biking was a practical way to move through our community, and they laid the groundwork for the next generation.

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BSCC Board Chair, Mikey Cohen

Now's the Time to Join BSCC's Team Green Fondo 2026

Bike Santa Cruz County is thrilled to be participating in another Climate Ride event: Green Fondo, May 15-17, 2026!

What is Green Fondo? It's a weekend bikefest for the planet. We stage from the Walker Creek Ranch in Marin County, and enjoy two days of some of California's best cycling. Camping at the ranch is a joy, and cyclists will enjoy food and drink, live music, and meet new friends. Pedal for the planet and be a part of creating a positive impact for the future. All fundraising ($250 minimum goal) comes right back to Bike Santa Cruz County to help fund our work for safe active transportation systems throughout Santa Cruz County.  

Early registration is happening now through January 15: $75 fee. This event has sold out for the three years in a row.

Community Partner Spotlight: Community Bike Collective

We’d like to take a moment and introduce one of our special community partners and recent Wheelie Award winner, Community Bike Collective!



Community Bike Collective (CBC) is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering community, health, and connection through bicycling across Santa Cruz County. Their mission is to connect people to nature, to each other, and to themselves through the joy of bike riding by breaking down barriers to entry — offering quality bikes, coaching, and access to trails at no cost to participants. 

At its heart, the CBC focuses on serving under-resourced and underserved youth and families by providing hands-on experiences that build confidence, life skills, and a love of cycling. If kids don’t yet know how to ride, CBC teaches them; if they need a helmet or a bike, CBC provides one; and if they want to join a ride, CBC organizes group outings on trails, pump tracks, and neighborhood safety events.

A few of the ways they show up for the community are:

• Refurbishing and giving away bikes — CBC collects donated bicycles, fixes them up with volunteers, and matches them with local people in need, supporting mobility, independence, and active lifestyles. 
• Teaching bike skills and safety — Through group rides, safety rodeos, and skills clinics, they help youth and families build confidence and competence on two wheels. 
• Community rides and outdoor experiences — CBC leads rides that introduce participants to local trails, redwood forests, beaches, and safe cycling routes, nurturing a lifelong habit of biking and healthy living.
• Youth empowerment and education — Their programs integrate bike skills with life skills, self-care, community care, and local history to help young people grow socially and physically. 

By creating free, accessible opportunities to ride, learn, and explore, Community Bike Collective helps build a more connected and active community — one bike at a time.