Masters of Bike Share

Interested in riding a BCycle but haven't yet taken the plunge? Now is your chance to take these pedal-assist city cruisers for a spin.

Thanks to the generous support of our partners at AARP, the first 10 members to register will receive a free monthly membership to BCycle. You will learn how to create a BCycle account, check out a bike, and use it to run errands or ride just for fun! We will show you tricks and tips to make your BCycle trip a success and suggest fun routes that get you through the city pedaling on paths, bike boulevards, or protected bike lanes.

Staff from the City of Madison and Dane County Extension are excited to lead two group rides to nearby destinations and hear your perspective about using bikes in the City of Madison. You will also receive additional goodies to support your rides. This program is intended for adults ages 50+. While the ride will be casual, it is not for first-time bike riders. You should have some experience riding a bike. Also required is a credit card (though your membership will be free), and ideally, a smartphone to download the BCycle App. We will assist you in getting this set up on your phone.

*This event is limited to 10 participants, so please register by Friday, September 12! If spaces fill quickly, we will create a waitlist. If you registered but are no longer able to attend, please contact the people below at your earliest convenience.

Program Details

Dates: Tuesday, September 23 & Tuesday, September 30

Time: 3:00pm

Where: Goodman Community Center Entryway - 149 Waubesa St., Madison WI 53704

What: Short bike ride from Goodman for a nearby destination: departure ~4pm returning no later than 5:30pm.

*Be sure to wear comfortable clothing for riding. While the ride will be casual, you may also want to bring a water bottle.

Questions?

Colleen Hayes, City of Madison Pedestrian & Bicycle Outreach Specialist

chayes@cityofmadison.com or (608) 242-4767

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Claire Mance, Dane County Extension Healthy Communities Coordinator

mance.claire@danecounty.gov or (608) 224-3699

The University of Wisconsin–Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming in compliance with state and federal law.

This event will be conducted in English. You may request an interpreter, materials in an alternative language or format, or other services to make this event more accessible. Contact Claire Mance at mance.claire@danecounty.gov or 608-224-3699 by September 5, 2025. There is no added cost to you for these services.