Ready for Reseda
Join us on Sunday, March 17th from 1pm - 5pm to ride, bike, skate, and experience the new protected bike lanes and safety features on Reseda Boulevard. This event will feature a series of guided group bike rides along Reseda Boulevard, between Victory Blvd and Saticoy St, as well as routes through the surrounding neighborhoods, highlighting the recent transportation safety improvements.
The street will remain open to cars and we encourage participants to explore the area safely. You can also jog, run, walk, skateboard, spectate, and enjoy the afternoon along the sidewalks in your own way. This event is welcoming to people of all ages and abilities!
There will be a Hub at Reseda Park and one on Saticoy St, west of Reseda Blvd, with music, street games and other activities. Be sure to join our email list and check back here soon so you don't miss any event news and updates. Use this CicLAvia digital map to plan which businesses and activities to check out along the corridor.
Here are some things to know before you go:
The Basics
- This event is FREE!
- This event lasts from 1pm to 5pm
- This event will feature a series of guided group bike rides along Reseda Boulevard, between Victory Blvd and Saticoy St, as well as routes through the surrounding neighborhoods, highlighting the recent transportation safety improvements.
- Reseda Blvd will remain open to cars and we encourage participants to explore the area safely.
- There will also be two Hubs at Reseda Park and Saticoy St, west of Reseda Blvd, with music, street games and other activities for all ages and abilities. For a full list of activities, visit ciclavia.org.
- As consideration for being allowed to participate in this event, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers, their employees, officers, volunteers and agents from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in this event powered by CicLAvia.
- By participating in this event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location(s) or facility(ies). Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in this event powered by CicLAvia.
Questions or Concerns
For general event information please email us or call 213.355.8500.
Thank You to Our Event Partners
Rentals
Want to ride a bike, rollerblade, or skateboard at a CicLAvia event, but don't own your own equipment? Not a problem! Below is a list of some bike and skate shops throughout the county that offer rentals. We are constantly updating our this list. So, if you notice that we're missing anything, know of a shop that rents bikes, or one you'd like to see listed, let us know.
Please remember, bikes are not required to participate in a CicLAvia event! You can walk, run, skate, scoot, take a pedicab or rollerblade. Anything that is people-powered is allowed. If you decide to rent, be sure to call ahead and pay for your reservation in advance, as rentals have been known to sell out prior to a CicLAvia event.
Ready for Reseda! Bike rentals on March 17th:
Unlimited Biking will be offering top-tier bike rentals! You can reserve a bike in advance here. A limited number of bikes will be available to rent on site as well on a first come, first served basis. In addition, a portion of the rental fees are donated to CicLAvia!
Los Angeles Rentals by Neighborhood
List of shops that offer rentals, sorted alphabetically by neighborhood.
San Fernando Valley
- The Bike Connection | 13711 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423 | 818.995.5788
- Metropolis Bikes | 4660 Lankershim Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91602 | 818.506.8144
- Retro Xpress Bicycles | 14508 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91401 | 818.200.9463
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Trek Bicycle Westlake Village | 3835 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Unit K
Westlake Village, CA 91362 | 805.251.0946
Bike Delivery
- Synaptic Cycles | Los Angeles road bike rentals, delivered to your door for free | 949.484.6409
Interactive Digital Map
Use this CicLAvia digital map to plan which businesses and activities to check out aaround Reseda during the event on March 17!
Accessibility
CicLAvia welcomes everyone to our events and works to make each route accessible to all individuals.
This event utilizes the infrastructure of the city and county of Los Angeles so participants can enter or exit anywhere along the corridor, making use of streets, ramps, protected bike lanes, and sidewalks. When facilities are added to the route at a Hub (restrooms, water areas, etc.), they are all ADA compliant.
Service animals are welcome.
Read more about event Hub, elevation, getting around during a CicLAvia event, bus detours, and parking along the route.
Hub Information
Hubs are resting and meeting points along the route. Some hubs include additional programming and activities.
Hub Addresses
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Reseda Park Hub
Reference Address: 6504 Reseda Blvd #6478, Reseda, CA 91335 -
Saticoy Hub
Reference Address: 18501 Saticoy St, Reseda, CA 91335
Elevation
It is mostly flat throughout the entirety of the area.
Getting Around at CicLAvia
Participants with mobility limitations are welcome to use motorized wheelchairs, scooters, pedal-assist bikes, and adaptive bicycles along the area.
Bus Detours
Certain buses around the CicLAvia event will be detoured:
Also, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, March 17 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.
Parking
These are flat, street-level parking areas that do not require the use of stairs, escalators, or elevators. All lots are pay lots, and near the route. Parking rates vary. Use LADOT Parking or Parkopedia to find a parking lot along our route! If planning to park in neighborhoods along the route, please make sure to read parking signs. Keep in mind that some lots may require a fee to park there. Please make sure to read all posted parking restrictions.
Reseda
Lot #640 - 7170 Darby Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #622 - 7153 Canby Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #624 - 7236 Baird Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #621 - 7156 Baird Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #712 - 7246 Baird Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Guided Group Bike Rides
Ready for Reseda will feature a series of guided group bike rides along Reseda Boulevard, between Victory Blvd and Saticoy St, as well as routes through the surrounding neighborhoods, highlighting the recent transportation safety improvements.
GROUP BIKE RIDES between the two hubs will be led by led by Bike LA along Reseda Blvd at: 1:30 pm / 2:30 pm / 3:30 pm
To participate, meet the guides at the Bike LA booth at the Reseda Park Hub. Each ride will include an ABC Quick Check, Bike Safety, and Bike Helmet Fit training session. Rides are just over 2.5 miles roundtrip.
Business Participation
The City of Los Angeles has reconstructed Reseda Blvd as part of the Complete Streets Program to improve safety and accessibility for all. The project will improve safety for people walking, biking, and driving along the corridor and make the street greener and more comfortable for residents, businesses, and customers. This event welcomes people of all ages and abilities — and is a great opportunity to showcase your local business to the community!
Is your business on or near the event? Here are some tips for engaging potential new customers.
Business Opportunities at Ready for Reseda
Oportunidades comerciales en Ready for Reseda
What Will You See At Ready for Reseda?
- This event will feature a series of guided group bike rides along Reseda Boulevard, between Victory Blvd and Saticoy St, as well as routes through the surrounding neighborhoods, highlighting the recent transportation safety improvements.
- We encourage participants to explore the area safely. There will also be two Hubs at Reseda Park and Saticoy St, west of Reseda Blvd, with music, street games and other activities for all ages and abilities. For a full list of activities, visit ciclavia.org.
- People enjoying Reseda Blvd and the surrounding community on foot, bike, scooter, skateboard, or wheels
- People looking to support restaurants, shops, and businesses in the community
- Hubs at Reseda Park and Saticoy St. with music, street games, community booths and other activities for all ages and abilities
Introduce Yourself To Potential Customers Passing By Your Door
- PLAN TO BE OPEN ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT. (Sunday, March 17, 1pm-5pm). Make your storefront visible with signage and banners.
- BRING YOUR BUSINESS OUTSIDE. Do you have permission to use the sidewalk in front of your business? If so, bring products, music, or seating outside. Remember to maintain the required 4’ clearance for ADA access.
- HELP GET THE WORD OUT IN ADVANCE. Display a Ready for Reseda poster or give postcards to your customers. Request supplies at [email protected].
- JOIN THE READY FOR RESEDA SAVINGS PROGRAM. Offer a special or discount and be listed for free on our Ready for Reseda webpage and interactive digital map, subject to approval. To participate, email [email protected] or call 213.355.8500 by Wednesday, March 13. Include the Business Name, Special/Discount Offer, Business address, Business website link (if available), and Business phone.
Getting to the Event and Parking
This event is accessible via many different forms of transportation.
Read more about the Hub, Metro, bike rentals, parking for the event, feeder runs, rides and walks, bus detours, and help getting to an event.
Hub Addresses
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Reseda Park Hub
Reference Address: 6504 Reseda Blvd #6478, Reseda, CA 91335 -
Saticoy Hub
Reference Address: 18501 Saticoy St, Reseda, CA 91335
Go Metro
This Metro G Line (Orange) Station is located within .5 miles of the Reseda Park Hub:
- Reseda Station - 0.5 miles from Reseda Park Hub
Bike Rentals
Unlimited Biking will be offering top-tier bike rentals! You can reserve a bike in advance here. A limited number of bikes will be available to rent on site as well on a first come, first served basis. In addition, a portion of the rental fees are donated to CicLAvia!
Plan ahead and visit ciclavia.org/rentals for more information about bike rentals in Los Angeles County.
Parking For the Event
These are flat, street-level parking areas that do not require the use of stairs, escalators, or elevators. All lots are pay lots, and near the route. Parking rates vary. Use LADOT Parking or Parkopedia to find a parking lot along our route! If planning to park in neighborhoods along the route, please make sure to read parking signs. Keep in mind that some lots may require a fee to park there. Please make sure to read all posted parking restrictions.
Reseda
Lot #640 - 7170 Darby Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #622 - 7153 Canby Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #624 - 7236 Baird Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #621 - 7156 Baird Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Lot #712 - 7246 Baird Ave, Reseda, CA 91335
Group and Feeder Rides
Planning a feeder ride or walk and want to add it to our site? Email us or share it on our Facebook event page!
Bus Detours
Certain buses around the CicLAvia event will be detoured:
Also, be sure to check your bus stop on Sunday, March 17 for posted signs outlining specific detours for your stop.
Need help getting to a CicLAvia event?
Be sure to download the FREE Transit App to instantly see accurate next departure times, track buses and trains near you on the map, and see upcoming transit schedules. Use the trip planner to quickly compare trips - including options like bus and bike, or metro and subway. Get alerted about service disruptions and delays for your favorite lines, and save frequently used locations for trip directions in a tap.
Activities Along the Route
Reminder: This is NOT a traditional CicLAvia Sunday. Reseda Blvd will remain open to cars, and we encourage participants to explore the area safely.
Activities abound at the Ready for Reseda event! You can also check out shops, eateries, and activities along the route using our interactive digital map!
Hubs
Both Hubs will have:
- Free water stations and restrooms
- First Aid stations
- Bike parking
- Free pedicabs – The pedicabs stop near the CicLAvia tent, so just look for the sign! First come first served.
- Free bike repair at Reseda Park Hub ONLY
Jump to each Hubs list of activities:
Reference address: 7601 Reseda Blvd., Reseda, CA 91335
11:11 Projects presents DJ Arturo Bodan
Check out LA VACAcicleta as they walk participants through a seed planting workshop and seed exchange library! Walk away with your very own plant, and/or trade seeds to grow your garden!
The CSUN Institute for Sustainability will be joining us to share information about their work, their gardens, and will also be giving away FREE seedlings (while supplies last).
The Office of Traffic Safety Program will provide FREE safety reading material on Bicycle and Pedestrian safety to anyone who visits their booth. They will also be giving away FREE Youth bicycle helmets and bicycle wheel reflectors. (Ages 5- 16, while supplies last).
The Office of Councilmember John Lee, Council District 12 will be on site to share information about the local services in the district with constituents.
The Office of Councilmember Nithya Raman, Council District 4 staff will be at CicLAvia with FREE organics recycling pails for Los Angeles residents. They will also have brochures and information about various local services. Visit their booth for more information!
LA Department of Transportation (LADOT) will be sharing information about the project and department wide resources.
THE SKATESIDE will have a mini skate activation with free beginner skateboard lessons and fun skate obstacles. Some rentals will be available!
Safe Moves is hosting a kids bike rodeo - this interactive streetscape with scenarios will illustrate safe walking and biking tips and tricks!
Reference address: 6522 Reseda Blvd, Reseda CA 91335
11:11 Projects present DJ Roxswift
Come visit LA LA River X, a community archive project that collects, amplifies, and preserves YOUR Los Angeles River stories. Stop by their booth to explore the entire digital collection, see a selection of photos and artworks on display, talk about the river, sign up to be a guest host, and tell the world what the river means to you. And...we have everything you need to craft a fun LA River button that tells your river story, and you can take it home with you as your very own keepsake.
LA Department of Transportation (LADOT) will be sharing information about the project and department wide resources.
Office of Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, District 3 will be joining us to share constituent service requests, and provide information about various City services.
The Office of Nithya Raman, Council District 4 staff will be on hand with FREE organics recycling pails for Los Angeles residents. They will also have brochures and information about various local services. Visit their booth for more information!
The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) Transit Team is ready to assist and educate the community with public transportation needs. They will be supporting seniors and students with applications for reduced-fare TAP cards while providing information on how to apply for free trips for low-income families
The City of LA’s Bureau of Engineering will be providing visuals and outreach for the new LA River bike path from Vanalden Ave to Balboa Blvd.
The Los Angeles City Planning Department will bring materials showcasing their newly released Zoning Map draft for the Reseda neighborhood, along with other neighborhoods across the Southwest San Fernando Valley (including Lake Balboa, Encino, Tarzana, Canoga Park, Winnetka, Woodland Hills, and West Hills). They will highlight how the new zoning will complement infrastructure improvements like those along Reseda Blvd. Visitors will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback to Planning staff on the draft Zoning Map.
ONEgeneration will be joining us to share more information about their upcoming events and programs they offer such as utility bill assistance.
Reseda Neighborhood Council will be distributing neighborhood council swag, coloring (for children/families), information for community members, and will be available to answer any questions!
LA Metro will be on site sharing information about the programs and projects below:
- Low Income Fare Is Easy (LIFE) Program
- East San Fernando Valley Light Rail (ESFV LR) Project
- Metro G-Line (Orange) Improvements Project
- Sepulveda Transit Corridor Project
- I-405 Sepulveda Pass ExpressLanes Project
Join LA VACAcicleta in creating Sun Prints (or Cyanotypes), an image making technique that uses the sun and nature to create photographs at Reseda Park! You can make your own design using nature, or use one of our limited edition designs for CicLAvia Reseda!
Unlimited Biking will be offering top-tier bike rentals! You can reserve a bike in advance here. A limited number of bikes will be available to rent on site as well on a first come, first served basis. In addition, a portion of the rental fees are donated to CicLAvia!
Bike repair brought to you by Domestique Cycles
Group Bike Rides between the two hubs will be led by Bike LA along Reseda Blvd at: 1:30pm / 2:30pm / 3:30pm. To participate, meet the guides at the Bike LA booth at the Reseda Park Hub. Each ride will include an ABC Quick Check, Bike Safety, and Bike Helmet Fit training session. Rides are just over 2.5 miles roundtrip.
How To Participate
CicLAvia provides an opportunity to connect with Angelenos and communities throughout Los Angeles County in an entirely new way.
Join us to ride, bike, skate, and experience the new protected bike lanes and safety features on Reseda Boulevard. This event will feature a series of guided group bike rides and walks along Reseda Boulevard, between National and Sepulveda, as well as routes through the surrounding neighborhoods, highlighting the recent transportation safety improvements.
The street will remain open to cars and we encourage participants to explore the area safely. You can also jog, run, walk, skateboard, spectate, and enjoy the afternoon along the sidewalks in your own way. This event is welcoming to people of all ages and abilities!
CicLAvia works hard to provide a safe and secure environment for all participants. By familiarizing yourself with the following information, you can help make this a great event for everyone.
As consideration for being allowed to participate in this event, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers, their employees, officers, volunteers and agents from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in this event powered by CicLAvia.
By participating in this event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location(s) or facility(ies). Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in this event powered by CicLAvia.
The Basics
- This event is FREE!
- This event lasts from 1pm to 5pm
- This event will feature a series of guided group bike rides and walks along Reseda Boulevard, between Victory Blvd and Saticoy St, as well as routes through the surrounding neighborhoods, highlighting the recent transportation safety improvements.
- The street will remain open to cars and we encourage participants to explore the area safely.
- There will also be two Hubs at Reseda Park and Saticoy St, west of Reseda Blvd, with music, street games and other activities for all ages and abilities. For a full list of activities, visit ciclavia.org.
Share the Road
Reseda Blvd will remain open to cars and we encourage participants to explore the area safely.
What To Bring
- Helmet: We highly recommend that everyone planning to come on a bike, scooter, skateboard, rollerblades, skates, and other wheeled forms of people-powered mobility wear a helmet. Don’t worry- we are big fans of helmet hair. Helmets are required by California law for all kids under 18 if they are on a bike, scooter, skateboard, skates, or other types of geared or wheeled transportation.
- Water bottle: Bring a reusable water bottle. We offer water refill stations at the Reseda Park and Saticoy Hubs.
- Sun protection: Bring your favorite hat and apply sunscreen.
Biking with Children
Our friends at REI have a comprehensive information and video page about biking with children. Please take the time to review this information if you plan to enjoy this event with children.
At a CicLAvia event, the Safety and Well-Being of our Participants is our Primary Concern
We work closely with local authorities to provide as safe and secure an environment as possible. We also partner with other local agencies that provide additional security elements along the route and at public transit locations.
Contact Staff
Staff can be identified by the t-shirt that says STAFF on the back.
Staff members can assist you in finding the answers to questions and help find the right person to respond to emergencies. If you are missing a member of your party, have been in a minor accident, or have been part of an incident, please contact staff at the Reseda Park and Saticoy Hubs. This is often the fastest way to ensure police officers or emergency personnel respond to the situation rapidly and effectively.
Rentals
Want to ride a bike, rollerblade, or skateboard at CicLAvia, but don't own your own equipment? Not a problem! Below is a list of some bike and skate shops throughout the county that offer rentals. We are constantly updating our this list. So, if you notice that we're missing anything, know of a shop that rents bikes, or one you'd like to see listed, let us know.
Please remember, bikes are not required to participate in CicLAvia! You can walk, run, skate, scoot, take a pedicab or rollerblade. Anything that is people-powered is allowed. If you decide to rent, be sure to call ahead and pay for your reservation in advance, as rentals have been known to sell out on CicLAvia Sundays.
CicLAvia–South LA Bike rentals on December 3rd:
Los Angeles Rentals by Neighborhood
List of shops that offer rentals, sorted alphabetically by neighborhood.
Beverly Hills / West Hollywood
- Beverly Hills Bike Shop | 10546 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064 | 310.275.2453
- Bikes and Hikes LA | 8250 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046 | 323.796.8555
- LA Bike Shop | 8250 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046 | 323.515.0070
Culver City
- Abba Padre Bikes and Books | 4219 Sepulveda Blvd #A, Culver City, CA 90230 | 310.390.5203
- The Bike Center | 3702 S Robertson Blvd Culver City, CA 90232 | 213.922.2148
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The Bike Shop California | 3770 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90034 | 310.838.9644
- Call in advance to reserve a bike
Downtown / Central LA
- Coco’s Variety Store | 2427 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.664.7400
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DTLA Bikes | 425 S Broadway (at 4th), Los Angeles, CA 90013 | 213.533.8000
- Offers a fleet of more than 200 bikes that are ready to ride
- Also offers helmets
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Just Ride Los Angeles | 1626 S Hill St (at Venice Blvd), Los Angeles, CA 90015 | 213.745.6783
- In order to ensure availability, please reserve up to 3 days in advance
- Also offers locks and helmets
- LA Golden Bicycles | 40001 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90010 | 213.739.9911
- Ride on Bike Shop/Co-op | 4319 Degnan Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90008 | 323.903.5043
Foothills
- Incycle | 501 W Arrow Hwy, San Dimas, CA 91773 | 909.592.2181
Glendale / Atwater Village
- Coco’s Variety Store | 2427 Riverside Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.664.7400
- Ryd L.A. River Bike Rentals | 2274 Ripple St, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.522.3239
- Spoke Bicycle Cafe | 3050 N Coolidge Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90039 | 323.684.1130
- Spokes N Stuff | Griffith Park Ranger Station, 4730 Crystal Springs Ave, Griffith Park, CA 90027 | 323.662.6573
Long Beach / San Pedro
- Pedal Movement | 223 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90802 | 562.436.2453
- Wheel Fun Rentals | 429 Shoreline Village Dr, Ste G, Long Beach, CA 90802 | 562.951.3857
Marina Del Ray
- Bike Attack Playa Vista | 12775 W Millennium, Playa Vista CA 90094 | 310.862.5001
- Daniel's Bike Rentals | Fisherman's Village, 13737 Fiji Way, Marina Del Ray, CA 90292 | 310.980.4045
San Fernando Valley
- Retro Xpress Bicycles | 14508 Victory Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91401 | 818.200.9463
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Trek Bicycle Westlake Village | 3835 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Unit K
Westlake Village, CA 91362 | 805.251.0946 -
Wheel Fun Rentals | 6300 Balboa Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91316 | 818.212.4263
- A wide range of bikes are available including cruisers, choppers, tandems, and surreys
San Gabriel Valley
- Incycle | 175 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 | 626.577.0440
- Velo Pasadena Inc | 2562 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107 | 626.304.0064
Santa Monica
- Bike Attack & Electric | 2904 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405 | 424.744.8148
- Blazing Saddles | 320 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.393.9778
- Perry's Cafe | 320 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.823.6730
- Santa Monica Beach Bicycle Rentals | 1428 4th St, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.428.5337
- Santa Monica Bike Center | 1555 2nd St, Unit A, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.656.8500
- Spokes N Stuff | 1700 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401 | 310.395.4748
Venice
- Boardwalk Skate & Surf | 201 1/2 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.450.6634
- Jays Rentals Venice Beach | 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.392.7306
- Perry's Cafe | 3100 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90292 | 310.823.6730
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Spokes N Stuff | 327 Washington Blvd, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.439.7276
- The Bicycle Whisperer | 1150 Venice Ave, Venice, CA 90291 | 310.612.1409
West LA
- UCLA Bike Shop | 2131 John Wooden Ctr, Los Angeles, CA 90095 | 310.206.7219
Bike Delivery
- Synaptic Cycles | Los Angeles road bike rentals, delivered to your door for free | 949.484.6409
How to Participate
CicLAvia provides an opportunity to connect with Angelenos and communities throughout Los Angeles County in an entirely new way.
Participants are invited to walk, bike, skate, run, and enjoy the open streets on select Sundays! CicLAvia works hard to provide a safe and secure environment for all participants. By familiarizing yourself with the following information, you can help make CicLAvia a great event for everyone.
As consideration for being allowed to participate in a CicLAvia, all participants are deemed to have released from liability and waived any right to sue its organizers, their employees, officers, volunteers and agents from any and all claims, including claims of negligence, resulting in any physical injury, illness (including death) or economic loss suffered as a result of participating in this CicLAvia.
By participating in a CicLAvia event, each participant understands that there are risks, such as physical and/or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability, death or economic loss. These injuries or outcomes may arise from a participant’s or other’s actions, inactions, or negligence, or the condition of the location (s) or facility (ies). Nonetheless, participants assume all known and unknown risks of participation in CicLAvia.
The Basics
- CicLAvia is FREE!
- CicLAvia lasts from 9am to 4pm* (*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time)
- CicLAvia closes streets to car traffic and opens them for people to walk, skate, bike, play, and explore parts of Los Angeles County.
- CicLAvia is not a race! There's no starting point or finish line—begin where you like and enjoy the day your way.
- CicLAvia traffic flows in two directions, just like regular traffic. Check out more rules of the route.
Timing Your Trip
CicLAvia lasts from 9am–4pm* (*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time)
Please budget your time accordingly. Make sure you return to your point of origin or final destination by 4pm to avoid car traffic when the route reopens.
Share the Road
Cars are not allowed at CicLAvia, but any other form of non-motorized transportation is. Be aware of how people around you are traveling—biking, walking, skating, etc.—and respect their right to the road.
Monitored Intersections
Police, transit officers, and volunteers will be at crossing intersections to monitor the flow of participant and car traffic. Riders and pedestrians must stop at car and pedestrian intersections when told to do so.
Speed
Please monitor your speed going downhill. Also, stay within the speed of the flow of traffic when it is too congested to pass.
Dismounts
There are often mandatory dismount locations. There will be signs at the dismount locations and volunteers instructing riders to dismount.
What To Bring
- Helmet: We highly recommend that everyone planning to come on a bike, scooter, skateboard, rollerblades, skates, and other wheeled forms of people-powered mobility wear a helmet at CicLAvia. Don’t worry- we are big fans of helmet hair. Helmets are required by California law for all kids under 18 if they are on a bike, scooter, skateboard, skates, or other types of geared or wheeled transportation.
- Water bottle: Bring a reusable water bottle. We offer water refill stations at each Hub.
- Sun protection: Bring your favorite hat and apply sunscreen.
Biking with Children
Our friends at REI have a comprehensive information and video page about biking with children. Please take the time to review this information if you plan to enjoy CicLAvia with children.
Experienced Riders Recommended
CicLAvia is not an ideal place to teach a child, or an adult, how to ride due to the heavy flow of bike, board, and pedestrian traffic. While we encourage participants of all ages and skill levels, we strongly suggest that children and all participants learn the basics of bike riding before participating in the event route.
At CicLAvia, the Safety and Well-Being of our Participants is our Primary Concern
We work closely with local authorities to provide as safe and secure an environment as possible. We also partner with other local agencies that provide additional security elements along the route and at public transit locations.
Law Enforcement and Emergency Personnel
The Los Angeles Police Department provides a strong security presence at CicLAvia. In addition, there are emergency medical technicians stationed at each Hub, and other response personnel is available along the route.
In case of an accident, go to the nearest Hub to report it to a staff member. If you are between Hubs, look for the nearest uniformed officer, responder, or event staff member.
If you notice any suspicious activity or a suspicious package, immediately report it to the nearest staff member or uniformed officer.
Contact Staff and Volunteers
Staff can be identified by the t-shirt that says STAFF on the back. Volunteers can be identified by the t-shirt that says VOLUNTEER on the back.
Staff members and volunteers can assist you in finding the answers to questions and help find the right person to respond to emergencies. If you are missing a member of your party, have been in a minor accident, or have been part of an incident, please contact staff at the nearest Hub. This is often the fastest way to ensure police officers or emergency personnel respond to the situation rapidly and effectively.
*February and December routes end at 3pm due to Daylight Savings Time
Rain or Shine
CicLAvia will go on, rain or shine! Here are some things to keep in mind when riding or rolling in wet conditions.
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Slow down. It’s easier to lose traction, especially in turns, when the road is wet. Avoid sharp turns and high speed turns so your bike won’t slide out from under you.
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Skidding is more likely when the road is wet. Modulate your braking to avoid a skid.
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Give yourself extra time and distance to stop.
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Rim brake users, remember your rims are wet so it takes a little longer for your brake pads to catch. Pumping your brakes will help.
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Be more cautious on (or avoid) surfaces that are extra slippery when wet. Such surfaces may include metal plates, manhole covers, train tracks, storm grates, and street “paint”.
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Avoid riding through standing water or piles of wet leaves, which might conceal road defects.
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Visibility is reduced when it’s raining. Wear bright, reflective clothing and use front and rear lights to help you see and be seen (even during the day).