""The goals are to promote active transportation and build community," Lauren Zampa McCormick, Bike East Bay's community engagement director, told The Oaklandside. "It's very much an opportunity to connect and express the joy of biking.""
"Of course many Oakland residents love cycling but hesitate to go out into the city's streets because it often involves riding in unprotected bike lanes or on streets without any bike lanes at all."
"The May 14 event includes advocacy work to try to change that, as well as a range of free classes and workshops that offer cyclists techniques for navigating the streets safely."
"Several Bike to Wherever Days in the Bay Area, including Oakland's, will feature rides with elected officials to educate them about what it takes to make cycling safe and accessible."
Bike to Wherever Day, celebrated on May 14, encourages cycling for various purposes, including commuting and leisure. The event aims to promote active transportation and community connection. Bike East Bay anticipates over 12,000 participants. Despite a love for cycling, many residents are hesitant due to safety concerns, with 20 cyclist fatalities in five years. The event includes advocacy efforts and free classes to teach safe cycling techniques, such as navigating city streets and fixing flats, while also involving elected officials to improve cycling safety.
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