Bike Fort Collins

Bike Fort Collins More Bikes • Safe Streets • for Northern Colorado Cyclists.

Bike Fort Collins is Northern Colorado's oldest and largest sustainable transportation advocacy and bicycle education non profit. Our mission: more bikes • safe streets • means we are dedicated to encouraging people to try cycling via education and encouragement, working to build safer streets and communities through changing policies and public understanding of transportation and planning, and ce

lebrating bikes and bike culture with rides and events that bring together cyclists of all backgrounds identities and abilities to work together to build safer streets.

🚲 Big news for people who bike in Colorado!As we kick off Bike Month, a new state law signed by Governor Polis makes it ...
06/02/2026

🚲 Big news for people who bike in Colorado!

As we kick off Bike Month, a new state law signed by Governor Polis makes it illegal to stop, stand, or park in a designated bike lane anywhere in Colorado.

Bike lanes are designed to provide a safe space for people riding bikes. When vehicles block them, riders are often forced into traffic, creating unnecessary risks. Under the new law, drivers who obstruct a bike lane can face a Class B traffic infraction and fines of up to $100.
There are limited exceptions, including complying with police directions, official traffic control devices, or avoiding conflicts with other traffic.

This is an important step forward for safer streets across Colorado and a reminder that bike lanes are for bikes. 🚴‍♀️💙
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06/02/2026

A 23-year-old Fort Collins man, Hezekiah Maes, has died following a crash involving an e-bike (e-bicycle, not e-moto) and an SUV at the intersection of South Timberline Road and East Lincoln Avenue, according to the Colorado State Patrol and his family.

The crash occurred at approximately 4:51 p.m. on May 22nd.

According to CSP, Maes was riding an e-bike eastbound on Lincoln Avenue and approaching the intersection with Timberline Road. A red Lincoln SUV was traveling northbound on Timberline Road through the intersection. The intersection is controlled by stop signs on Lincoln Avenue, but not on Timberline Road.

Investigators say Maes entered the intersection and was struck on the right side by the SUV. The impact ejected him from the e-bike.

Maes was transported to the Medical Center of the Rockies with life-threatening injuries. His family said he suffered severe brain injuries in the crash and was pronounced dead on May 25th.

No charges have been filed.

The tragedy came during an already difficult time for the Maes family. According to family members, the crash occurred one day before the funeral of Hezekiah's father. The funeral was postponed in hopes that Hezekiah would recover. Following his death, the family has been awaiting the completion of necessary paperwork in order to plan services honoring both father and son.

YGR extends its condolences to Hezekiah's family, friends, and loved ones as they navigate an unimaginable loss.

Photo provided by the Maes family.

Join Bike Fort Collins for the 2026 Ride of Silence this Wednesday, May 20. Our community will ride alongside thousands ...
05/18/2026

Join Bike Fort Collins for the 2026 Ride of Silence this Wednesday, May 20. Our community will ride alongside thousands around the world in the International Ride of Silence—honoring those killed or seriously injured while biking, and raising awareness for safer streets.

Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Location: Odell Brewing Company (start and end)
Meet-up Time: 4:30 PM
Roll-out: 5:00 PM

This year’s route will take us through Old Town Fort Collins, where we aim to bring visibility to the importance of safer streets and a more respectful roadway environment for everyone. During the ride, we will dismount at Old Town Square and walk together through the plaza as a group.

We encourage all participants to wear white as a symbol of remembrance and solidarity.

Register for free and ride with us!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-ride-of-silence

This is a slow, silent ride. We ask all participants to ride single file, follow traffic laws, and maintain a respectful, reflective tone throughout.

05/14/2026

Yesterday, Senate Bill 26-072, a bill that will help hold dangerous drivers accountable who hit and kill other people, passed the House and was sent to the Governor for his signature. Many people worked tirelessly over many years (dating back to 2019) to help make this happen. Over this time, far too many lives have been lost. To all the families who have lost loved ones to traffic violence and worked tirelessly to pass this law, thank you! We are honored to stand with you to advocate for safe streets.

We’re also grateful to AAA Colorado, Bike Jeffco, MADD Colorado, Thewhiteline.org, and the law enforcement community. Your thought partnership and advocacy helped make this happen. Lastly, thank you to Senators John Carson and Marc Snyder for your leadership, and Representatives Cecilia Espinoza and Bob Marshal for shepherding the bill through the House.

Join Bike Fort Collins on Wednesday, May 20 for the Ride of Silence.🕓 Meet at 4:30 PM🚲 Roll out at 5:00 PM📍 Start & end:...
05/13/2026

Join Bike Fort Collins on Wednesday, May 20 for the Ride of Silence.

🕓 Meet at 4:30 PM
🚲 Roll out at 5:00 PM
📍 Start & end: Odell Brewing Company

This year’s route will take us through Old Town Fort Collins, where we aim to bring visibility to the importance of safer streets and a more respectful roadway environment for everyone.

We encourage all participants to wear WHITE as a symbol of remembrance and solidarity
We will dismount and walk together through Old Town Square

Route (subject to change): https://www.strava.com/routes/3489671712439222764

Ride slow. Ride silent. Remember.

Bike Fix-It Bonanza!!Got a small bike issue keeping you from riding—or just driving you nuts? 🚲Stop by the Walk and Whee...
05/07/2026

Bike Fix-It Bonanza!!

Got a small bike issue keeping you from riding—or just driving you nuts? 🚲
Stop by the Walk and Wheel Skills Hub for a free safety check and minor repairs to get your bike back in shape! They can help with things like flat fixes, brake and shifting adjustments, chain lubing, and more.

Date: May 16th, 2026
Time: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m
Location : Walk and Wheel Skills Hub (1600 W. Drake Rd.)

More information: https://bit.ly/4eP1Y3x

This event is made possible by Shift Your Ride, an FC Moves program that supports safer, easier and more affordable ways to get around Fort Collins.

Action Alert - Save America's Bike LanesThe Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy has said the federal government shoul...
05/06/2026

Action Alert - Save America's Bike Lanes

The Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy has said the federal government shouldn’t be funding bike lanes. The top member of Congress writing the next transportation reauthorization bill has said that the next five years of federal funding won’t include bicycling and walking projects. Tell Congress you care about bike lanes and safe, connected transportation networks. Ask them to support bicycling and walking in DC and around the country.

Take Action: https://bikeleague.org/transportation-reauthorization-is-coming/

🚲✨ National Bike & Roll to School Day is TOMORROW! ✨🛴Grab your bike, scooter, or skateboard and roll to school with a bi...
05/05/2026

🚲✨ National Bike & Roll to School Day is TOMORROW! ✨🛴

Grab your bike, scooter, or skateboard and roll to school with a big smile on Wednesday, May 6, 2026! Whether you're cruising with friends or riding with family, it’s all about having fun and starting the day strong.

Even better—there are bike buses happening all around Fort Collins! 🎉 Join a group ride, meet up with neighbors, and roll to school together.
Check out the routes and times here: https://yourgroupride.com/noco-bike-bus/

Here in Fort Collins, the Safe Routes to School program—led by the City, Poudre School District, and Bike Fort Collins—is helping more students safely walk, bike, roll, or bus to school every day. 💛

Let’s make it a celebration of movement, community, and fun—see you on the ride! 🚴‍♀️

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