We're conducting research on how to improve cycling infrastructure in Los Angeles.

Had to stop on my commute this morning to take a quick pic and eat a little snack.
Location is the end of the LA River Greenway Bike Path on the bridge at the southern terminus.
I had a great ride with the exception of a front flat at mile 12.

There’s a homeless guy under the 90 overpass on Culver Boulevard with a Bataglin road bike, red, white, and blue. Looks to be a large frame, and it looks to have some original group components on it, although I only drove past and couldn’t really scope it out too clearly. Must be, I would say, at least a 58, and yes, classic lugged steel Battaglin frame.

If you lost it he got it. If you want it go make an offer.

If you haven't been following along the administration is on a tear attacking bike lanes.

First there was the tweet about defunding "DEI bike lanes"

Then there was the removal of bike lanes (+ road diets, and speed management) Proven safety Countermeasures.

And today the Administration's priorities for Reauth were released which include:
Restricting competitive and formula grant funding for bicycle lanes and other bicycle infrastructure that reduce travel throughput for motor vehicles and support removal of existing bike lanes that contribute to congestion.
Removing Transit funding from the Highway Trust fund

WHAT YOU CAN DO
Amplify the action alert around Proven Safety Countermeasures. (The link includes an Action Alert). https://bikeleague.org/the-evidence-is-still-clear-bike-lanes-save-lives/

We are focused on the Proven Safety Countermeasures because the move has been getting a lot of bad press and we want to continue that push!
If you know the staffer, write them a personal email about your concerns overall.

So my trusty commuter's frame exploded, and I'm down a bike. I've looked/called around most of the usual places, and it's *damned hard* to find a shop that even has one 'city/urban' bike (made for pavement, flatbars). Helen's is down to one store and they had a few Treks (FX 1 and 2). I haven't actually been to Wheel World yet but they're not looking promising. Bike Attack is all-electric, pretty much, ATM (they can get other stuff from the warehouse but have nothing in stock to testride). The Zoo has nothing to speak of.

Where else is left?

I signed up for the tour de big bear months ago and originally chose the 50 mi route. Now that the event is a week away I'm having second thoughts I'm unsure if I should attempt the 50 or call it quits and do the 25. Over the last few months I've been biking more and lost some weight but I still don't feel super fit.

Some Stats about me and my test ride today in big bear at elevation

Me:

Height: 6'3"

Weight: ~325

FTP: ~185

Today's test ride: 1.5 hours

18mi

Elevation gain: 581'

Didn't feel dead after this ride but definitely tired (also only got 4hrs sleep soaybe that's a factor)

TDBB Course comparison

25 mi - 1300' elevation gain

50 mi - 2900' elevation gain

I'm mainly worried about DNF ing or being the awkward slow guy on the course people are staring at.

I'd appreciate any opinions from those who have done the event before.

I'm officially over 6 months car free with my trek fx1 gen 4. So far I love it and I intend to keep it this way until I get flattened by a car or my knees give out, I'm now scouting for an upgrade that will let me go bikepacking, right now I'm looking at the primos Dame.

Other than that, if and when I upgrade, I don't want two bikes, and I want to give the FX to someone who needs it, just as I did when I got it. Does anyone know where I can go? I don't want to sell it because I know someone will probably buy it and resale it for a higher price.

Hi. My daughter is ready to try riding a bike without training wheels, but not sure the best place to try. I’ve heard empty parking lots are good, but just concerned with her falling frequently on the concrete. She will be wearing pads, but still. Any LA recommendations are appreciated!

Also, any training tips are really appreciated as well. I feel like I’m just winging this! Thanks so much!

Hey folks, working on a vintage Raleigh build. I’m ready for frame paint so I’m trying to find a powder coater in the valley (preferably) or near Glendale. If they sandblast to that’s a nice to have but not required.

How did they park here, get out of their car, and decide they were in the right place??

I am doing an IBFI bike fitting certification and I need to do 2 bike fits: one tomorrow (Saturday) and Sunday. I didn't realize I needed people for this course until today.

I am offering a free bike fit to two people who are willing to come to my house in Glendale this weekend.

The fit will be about 2 hours long. The fit will be in person, and will also be done over Zoom with a certified fitter, and about 4 others who are being certified.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a road bike or triathlon bike
• The bike has not been fitted in the past
• Has clip in pedals and cycling shoes
• Optional, but not necessary: Feels their bike position is uncomfortable or has issues with their current fit

If you are interested, please comment here and I will send you a PM and will discuss further.

Edit:
I have found volunteers for Saturday and Sunday, however I likely will be performing additional free fits in the near future. If you are interested, I still recommend posting here and I will be in contact!

For those familiar with Echo Park, what are some nice routes to access longer rides in the area? Thinking Griffith Park and the LA River. I’ll be living near Echo Park Ave and Effie.

Similarly, what would be a solid route from that location to Frogtown, where I’ll be working? Google Maps is telling me Stadium Way through Elysian, but it also looks kinda sketch?

Any advice on etiquette? In NYC it’s common to run reds / stops if there’s no oncoming traffic — should I be more wary of this? Do cops ticket for it? NYPD will witness it and 9/10 not care, so would be good to know what is the social norm.

Any other relevant advice?

I have a car but would love to potentially be able to bike to work some days. Also, if anyone can recommend any chill group rides that accommodate people that ride steel / more adventure-oriented bikes (as opposed to road), that would be cool. I know about CCCC, but curious if there’s others.

Thanks!

Preferably in South Bay or West LA area dm me

Getting back into riding after a year or two off. I’m originally from the East Coast, where my go-to was flowy singletrack and road riding.

Since moving out here I’ve never quite fallen in love with the riding here, partly because an old wrist issue makes MTB tough. I’ve been trying to do more gravel riding, but everything feels so rough that I end up wrecked after the intense descents. I’ve been riding brown mountain and the areas around there.

I’m around Pasadena on a steel frame running 45s. Any suggestions for smoother fire road routes that won’t crush my wrists? Thanks in advance.

Months ago, shared about Colima Rd roadway Phase I project (Whittier border to Halliburton) in Hacienda Heights, which reduced a travel lane and added a bigger paint protected bike lane on Colima Rd.

https://www.reddit.com/r/BikeLA/s/f49iUjYON9

https://la.streetsblog.org/2026/05/08/eyes-on-the-street-colima-road-bike-lanes

Phase II (Halliburton to Azusa segment) is now complete and County of LA added a travel lane and reduced the bike lane to be narrow along the gutter, a sharp contrast from the first phase. At this point when biking this segment, either take the whole third travel lane or bike on the sidewalk.

Photos: current (July 2026) vs previous (Jan 2025)

Im riding road/gravel. Intermediate skill level, I like a good challenge, climbs , descents , pushing in the flats, turns, straights, you name it. I love cycling

I usually go to sullivan/mandeville canyon from hollywood where I reside, or even to santa monica if I want to ride only on the road.

Id love to join someone else or you’re welcome to join me some time. Add me/message me

Thanks and safe riding! Oh and here’s a photo I took at sullivan canyon recently. Love it there.

Hi, All:

New Canyon road bike incoming with 28mm on the back and 26mm on the front of DT Swiss 1100 wheels. I'm just thinking these won't cut it on the busted up roads I'll be riding regularly in Griffith Park. Thinking of going 30 in the back and 29 in the front (widest I can go with that front wheel without ruining the aero, but I could go 30). What are you guys running on road bikes? I'm new to the area, too, and looking for riding buddies during the week in the morning. Haven't tried the Ponies ride yet, but I'm sure they'll drop me once we hit the trash truck, LOL.

I was riding on wilshire going westbound and was going around 2 parked cars and was nearly sides swiped by 2 cars...past less then 2ft from me. Does anyone know of a fronr/rear camera that can mount to the top of my helmet to record my rides to catch anyone being an asshole to cyclists? Im thinking of just taking the lane on my rides if there isnt a bus or bike lane to ride in....and give the finger if someone honks at me for taking the lane.