Gear Up for May Bike Month with The Bike Campaign!

As Spring begins and invites us outside, there’s no better time to prepare yourself for May Bike Month! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just getting started, this is the perfect opportunity to make use of local programs to help you get riding. We’re spotlighting The Bike Campaign, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to recirculating quality used bikes and teaching essential riding and maintenance skills. Get ready to gear up and celebrate all things cycling this May!

Founded in 2011, The Bike Campaign – along with its counterpart, the Bike Garage – is a nonprofit dedicated to educating the community about bicycling and inspiring more people to embrace cleaner transportation. Working closely with city governments, county health departments, school districts, and community service groups, The Bike Campaign ensures that biking is accessible, safe, and enjoyable for all. The Bike Campaign is a local nonprofit organization dedicated to recirculating quality used bikes and teaching essential riding and maintenance skills. Get ready to gear up, get rolling, and celebrate all things cycling this May!

Biking for Everyone

The Bike Campaign is committed to making biking an option for everyone, from young families to older populations. They promote family-friendly biking solutions, adaptive bikes for individuals with physical limitations, and “walking bikes” for those who can no longer ride. In collaboration with local senior service organizations, The Bike Campaign’s Tri-Shaw, allows  those with limited mobility to enjoy cycling experiences with their loved ones.

Services to Help You Ride Safely & Confidently

Getting ready for May Bike Month is easy with The Bike Campaign’s free or low-cost services, including:

• Free Bike Repair – Keep your bike in top shape!
• Quality Used Bikes for Sale – Wide variety for reasonable prices.
• Bike Maps for Davis & Woodland – Plan your routes with ease.
• Secure Bike Rack Consultation & Installation – Improve bike parking in your community.

The Bike Campaign also offers hands-on workshops and training to improve cycling skills, including:

• Bike Skills Training for Elementary Schools – Teaching kids safe riding habits early on.
• Private Bicycling Coaching – One-on-one instruction for all ages.
• Mobile Bike Clinics – Bringing bike repairs and education to your neighborhood.
• Bike Maintenance Classes – Learn from expert mechanics and nationally certified instructor Maria Contreras Tebbutt.

When & Where to Get Involved

There are two Bike Garage locations in Yolo County with differing hours:

• Davis Location: 606 Peña Drive #300
  • Hours: Saturdays 8 AM – 12 PM, Wednesdays 1 PM – 5 PM
• Woodland Location: Douglass Middle School, 1st & Hays St.
  • Hours: Saturdays 9 AM – 12 PM

The Davis Bike Garage is hosting a Bike Maintenance Workshop on Saturday, April 19, just in time for your participation in Bike Month. Find more information on the flyer (right) or at the Bike Campaign website: www.thebikecampaign.org/bike-garage.

The Davis Bike Garage is also hosting its Open House on Saturday, April 26, from

1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. All are welcome to free helmet fittings, Davis bike maps, and other resources to help you get rolling.

Why Choose Biking?

Cycling is a fun way of staying active and comes with numerous benefits, including:

• Saving Money – Spend less on gas and car maintenance.
• Improved Health – Fit in a workout while commuting or running errands.
• Community Connection – Feel more engaged with your surroundings.
• Environmental Impact – Reduce transportation emissions for a cleaner planet.

Make the most of May Bike Month by taking advantage of everything The Bike Campaign has to offer. Whether you need a tune-up, a lesson, or just a reason to ride, they’re here to help you ride more and drive less!

Meet the Director: Maria Contreras Tebbutt

The Bike Campaign’s founder and director, Maria Contreras Tebbutt, began The Bike Campaign with a passion for community health, seeing active transportation as a solution for environmental harm and as a way of keeping up with physical and mental wellbeing. Maria is an avid bike rider, a nationally certified cycling instructor, and Yolo County’s 2024 Climate Crisis Champion.

Maria’s community work has created more accessibility for Yolo County to embrace cycling as apart of an everyday lifestyle. Maria has pioneered Bike Skills Training programs in local elementary schools, embracing the role as an educator she says, “I have a huge soft spot in my heart for mentoring.” She also uplifts women in the community with group rides, “I’d have 20 women strung out behind me and then I rotated in other women to be the guide for the group. We have a natural, wonderful place to go.” Maria hopes that with right guidance and education, cycling can be made available for everyone to commit to sustainable transportation.

Read More About the Bike Campaign:

• Call for Volunteers at the Bike Campaign
• Free Bike Repair Courtesy The Bike Campaign
• The Bike Campaign: For Maria the Only Way to Go Is by Bike!

Find out about Upcoming Bike Month Events:

• Celebrate May is Bike Month with these Yolo County Events