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concept illustration of 2-way curb separated cycletrack along Lakeshore Ave by Lake Merritt in Oakland

Oakland’s Lakeshore Cycletrack Plans Move Forward

In response to a fatal crash in 2023, Oakland is moving forward with a protected bikeway installation on Lakeshore Ave this year.

East Bay Biking, Walking, and Transit Surveys

Help shape East Bay infrastructure projects and plans by taking a few minutes to add your thoughts and input on these surveys.

Riding Together: Unveiling Bike East Bay’s New Mission and Strategic Plan

Bike East Bay is thrilled to share our revamped mission statement and strategic plan that still centers our commitment to fostering thriving communities, but brings a renewed emphasis on our active role in mobilizing for the streets we want to see.
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Bike East Bay in the News

Find the latest media headlines and articles featuring quotes and activities from Bike East Bay.

Richmond Relaunches Electric Bike-Share Program​

Group of Oakland elected officials and bike advocates standing in a row and digging into the dirt with gold painted shovels

The Long Journey to Oakland’s 14th Street Downtown Protected Bikeway

A multi-decade process led to Oakland's 14th Street Downtown protected bikeway construction which started last month.
Photo of a sticker on a BART escalator. Text: "For Your Safety Yield to Others No Wheelchairs No Strollers Soft Shoe Warning! Pinch Hazard"

New California Bike Rules and Laws for 2024

New state and local rules help to enhance biking and walking access and safety.
Illustration of a person riding a bicycle; Text in a circle around them: "Protected Bikeways Roundup"

Fall 2023 East Bay Protected Bikeways Roundup

Protected bike lanes are popping up all over the East Bay this year! Here is an update on some that are completed or under construction as of this month.
"Halloween Bike Ride" Illustration of a black cat riding a bike with a pumpkin in the front basket and bats flying ahead

East Bay Halloween / Harvest Bike Rides & Events for 2023

Put on your best costume and join these free bike rides and events around the East Bay throughout the week of Halloween.
Photo of the Richmond-San Rafael bridge bike/walk pathway

Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Pathway Pilot Q&A

The 4-year pathway pilot comes to an end in November 2023. What's next?
Photo of a parent on a cargo bike with a helmeted child riding on the back, in the two-way protected cycletrack on Lakeside Ave in Oakland

Lake Merritt Loop

Join us in advocating for a fully protected and continuous, 2-way cycletrack loop around Lake Merritt in Oakland.
Concept illustration of a proposed Oakland-Alameda Estuary bike/walk bridge between Jack London Square and the west side of Alameda

Proposed Oakland-Alameda Bike/Walk Bridge in the News

Local media picks up on the Estuary Bridge proposal thanks to Oakland's bike/walk commission.

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