UCSD encourages you to bike to campus as an alternative to driving. Bicycling provides exercise, reduces campus parking, and doesn't pollute the environment. Here are resources to help you get around on 2 wheels safely and responsibly:

• News and announcements
• Campus resources
• Other local resources
• General bicycling resources

News and announcements

• Quarterly bicycle breakfast: Meet fellow cyclists and refuel with free morning snacks, courtesy of Commute Solutions:
  • Thursday, Oct. 1, 7–10 a.m., Gilman entrance

• Free bicycle helmets: Thanks to a generous gift from Dr. Paul Mills of the Department of Psychiatry, students can get a basic helmet for no charge, while supplies last. To get yours:
  1. Pick up a $20 coupon at Commute Solutions in the Transportation Services office, level 2 of the Gilman Parking Structure (map) weekdays, 7 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
  2. Bring the coupon and your student ID to the UCSD Bike Shop.
  Use the $20 coupon alone if you are faculty or staff, or if you prefer to buy a premium helmet.

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Campus bicycling resources:

• UCSD Pedal Club: Commit to cycling to campus each week and members get:
  • Free shower access at the main gym and Canyonview pool with a provided sticker
  • Benefits of a Commute Solutions membership, including the Guaranteed Ride Home program, a free Occasional Use parking permit, and more

• Triton Bikes Program: Learn how to reserve a free, refurbished bike for yourself or your department to get around campus.

• Learn to load and unload a bus bike rack: Read illustrated instructions online, watch a video demonstration, or try it yourself using a practice rack mounted outside the Commute Solutions office in the Gilman Parking Structure (map).

• UCSD Bike Safety Quiz: Test your knowledge of bicycle safety and courtesy.

• Revolve Newsletter: Keep up with bicycle issues and events.
  • Spring 2009 (PDF)
  • Fall 2008 (PDF)

• UCSD Bike Shop: Get your bike fixed or registered, or shop for accessories.

• Campus bike laws and regulations:
  • UCSD Bicycle and Skate Guidelines: Learn about campus bicycle policy to stay on the right side of the law.
  • Campus regulations concerning bicycles (PDF): Stay abreast of formal campus policies on bicycle riding and storage to avoid citations and impoundments.
  • Campus Police: Report a stolen bike or discuss enforcement matters with campus police.

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Local bicycling resources:

• 511 San Diego: Traffic conditions, transit information
• MTS page on bikes on buses and trolleys: Includes instructions for loading a bike rack
• SANDAG bicycle and pedestrian page: Projects, committees, and publications related to walking and biking
• Regional bike map: Dedicated bike paths, marked lanes, shared routes, and other bike-friendly features in the county
• Ridelink biking page: Events, safety, lockers, and more
• San Diego County Bicycle Coalition: News, events, classes, and more
• Caltrans Bicycle Program: Bicycle transportation policy, funding, planning, and technical expertise
• California Department of Motor Vehicles Bicycle Rules and Safety

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General bicycling resources:

• BicyclingInfo.org: Web-based library of pedestrian and bicycling-related materials and documents
• League of American Bicyclists: Advocacy and support for bike-friendly communities
• Bicycle Street Smarts: Legal and safe bicycling techniques for public roads. Pick up a copy at the Commute Solutions desk in Gilman Parking Structure (map).

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Have a question or comment about bicycling at UCSD? Contact Commute Solutions, (858) 534-RIDE (7433).