Hi Friend,
A lot has happened since we last wrote to you, and I want to share some of it before we get into Bike Month.
In April, Bike Durham joined organizations across the country in rallying to save the 15th Street protected bike lane in Washington, D.C. On April 21, a federal judge blocked its removal, calling it arbitrary and capricious. The fight isn't over, but for now, the lane stays.
That same week, our community suffered a devastating loss. Jack O'Shea, a 15-year-old, was hit and killed by an impaired driver while riding his e-bike on Cole Mill Road. Jack was a freshman at Cardinal Gibbons, a baseball and basketball player, and by every account, a kid who loved being on his bike. We hold his family in our hearts.
With Jack in mind, Wednesday, May 20, is the Ride of Silence, a slow, quiet ride to honor people who have been killed or injured while riding. We'll gather at 5:30pm at CCB Plaza (201 Corcoran St). All are welcome.
That's what our community does. We show up for one another and together organize to make our streets safe for everyone. And that's what Bike Month is all about. Whatever your connection to biking, walking, or transit, there's a place for you this month.
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Bike Durham Executive Director
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Stop Super Speeders Lobby Day
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Wednesday, May 6th
Today, Bike Durham joined Families for Safe Streets NC and advocates from across the state in Raleigh to push for passage of the Stop Super Speeders bill.
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Youth & Family Forum for Gun Violence Prevention
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Saturday, May 16
We are co-sponsoring this community-led forum featuring youth engagement, resource sharing, and research presentations. Feeling safe in your neighborhood is foundational to walking, biking, and riding transit.
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Building Better Bus Stops
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Saturday, May 2nd
Durham has more than 1,100 bus stops. Almost half of them don't have a place for riders to sit. Bike Durham and Bull City Woodshop have been building and placing handmade benches at stops across the city.
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Wednesday, May 14
Two group rides to choose from. Ride to Boxyard RTP with John, Gregory, and Desiree, or ride the American Tobacco Trail with Erin Batten-Hicks (7:15am at Solite Park). Coffee and breakfast at the finish. Thanks to Acme Plumbing and the Research Triangle Foundation for making this event possible.
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2026 Bull City Bike Stampede
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Saturday, May 9th
Durham's biggest bike ride and party is back. The main route is under 8 miles, and a shorter accessible-friendly ride (~1 mile) rolls at 12:15 for riders of any age who want a more relaxed option. Stick around for the costume contest, food from Hollywood Taco's, music from DJ UyMami, and a block party with local partners including Durham Bike Co-op, NC Adapted Sports, Triangle Off-road Cycling, Carolina Tarwheels, Raleigh Bike Polo, and REI Durham. Registration is still open.
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Check our calendar as we add events for group rides, Ride of Silence, and more.
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Learn to Ride: Balance Practice
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Saturdays, May 16 & May 30 9am-12pm @ ReCity
Never ridden a bike? No problem! This class is focused on the basics of bicycling: Instructors will teach you balancing, starting, stopping, and steering.
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Ready to Ride: Bike Skills & Confidence Building
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Sunday, May 17 2-6pm
@ ReCity
Do you know how to ride a bike, but rusty with your maneuvering and handling? Build your confidence in this class focused on advanced skills drills,
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Sunday, May 31 2-6pm
@ ReCity
Do you already know how to ride a bike, but aren't confident enough to ride in the streets? This class is for you! Our instructors carefully plan a route to help you learn about navigating traffic, Durham's bike infrastructure, and everything you need to ride confidently in the streets.
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Lime Scooter Tours Bike Durham staff recently led a Lime scooter tour through Durham's Fayetteville Street corridor. Participants learned how to use the app, got a safety lesson and helmet fitting, and took a guided neighborhood ride. It's part of our work to help people feel confident using all forms of micromobility, not just bikes.
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Your local nonprofit working to improve the way we walk, bike, and use transit in the Bull City.
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