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Bike Education & Safety
Bike Education & Safety
Bicycling is fun and healthy way to enjoy the sights of Dublin. Before venturing out on bike, however, it is important for cyclists to learn how to bicycle safely. There are several steps cyclists can take to help avoid injuries - in some situations it is required by law. Make sure that you are "road ready" by exploring the general bike safety and education resources below.
Bike Workshops
Urban Cycling 101 Day 1: Classroom Workshop
Saturday, October 29, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Dublin Library Community Room, 200 Civic Plaza
This class is for adults and teens, no bike required. The workshop covers basic rules of the road and how to equip your bicycle, fit your helmet, avoid bike theft, ride after dark, and prevent common crashes. Register for the free class run by Bike East Bay here.
Urban Cycling 101 Day 2: Road Class
Sunday, October 30, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Dublin Library Parking Lot, 200 Civic Plaza
This class is for adults and teens ages 15 and up. The class will be split into two parts with on-the-bike practice sessions to improve handling skills, emergency maneuvers, and ability to confidently and safely bike on all types of streets and pathways. Part 1 will include on-the-bike drills in the parking lot, and Part 2 will include on-road group practice. Participants are welcome to join for only Part 1 or both. A functional bike and helmet are required to participate, and participants are expected to be comfortable with the basics of balancing, pedaling, and steering. Register for the free class run by Bike East Bay here.
Bike Safety
- Bike Safety Videos.
- Understand the bicycle rules of the road.
- Read this Family Bicycling Guide for all stages of family biking-- from biking while pregnant to biking your child to school.
Public Transit With Your Bike
Keep your bike safe!
- Register your bike with the National Bike Registry
- Make sure you park your bike securely to deter theft.
Bicycling Resources in the Tri-Valley Area
- Bicycling 5-1-1 (resource guide for the San Francisco Bay Area)
- East Bay Bicycle Coalition
- Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Touring Club
Transportation Tax Dollars
Your transportation tax dollars supports a study involving the development of Dublin's Citywide Bicycle Master Plan. The study evaluates existing bicycle conditions within the City boundaries and incorporates an integrated plan, including access to parks and open space areas. The Bicycle Master Plan is a tool that assists with the implementation of bikeway and pedestrian improvements throughout the City.
For More Information
For more information on your transportation tax dollars support, please visit Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC).