Full Moon Ride

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Ride of Silence

DATE: May 16, 2007
TIME: 7:00 pm
WHERE: Hundreds of locations world wide

Join cyclists worldwide in a silent slow-paced ride (max. 12 mph/20 kph) in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways.

WHY DOES THIS EVENT EXIST?

* To HONOR those who have been injured or killed
* To RAISE AWARENESS that we are here
* To ask that we all SHARE THE ROAD

THE RIDE OF SILENCE™ WILL NOT BE QUIET

On May 16, 2007, at 7:00 PM, the Ride of Silence™ will begin in North America and roll across the globe. Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways. Although cyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn’t aware of these rights, and sometimes not aware of the cyclists themselves.

In 2003, Chris Phelan organized the first Ride Of Silence in Dallas after endurance cyclist Larry Schwartz was hit by the mirror of a passing bus and was killed.

The Ride Of Silence is a free ride that asks its cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph and remain silent during the ride. There is no brochure, no sponsors, no registration fees and no t-shirt. The ride, which is held during Bike Safety month, aims to raise the awareness of motorists, police and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to the public roadways. The ride is also a chance to show respect for those who have been killed or injured.

Please check the resources on this site. If there is a Ride of Silence in your area, we encourage you to join them. If there is not a ride planned in your area, please consider adding your city to the ever-growing list of sites. To get information on how to organize and host a Ride of Silence, please click HERE.

OUR DONORS

* VBT Bicycle Tours: 2006
* Gail Spann: 2006
* STORM LLP: 2007
* Anonymous donors: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006

The necessary expenses The Ride of Silence has to incur are met by concerned volunteers and donations.

However, we occasionally need legal advice, so if you or someone you know could volunteer to help us in this way, please contact us.

Downtown Bakersfield Criterium

Bike Bakersfield is about supporting and encouraging all types of bicycling, this includes racing.

We bring you our second annual Downtown Crit. This race will be held in downtown Bakersfield starting at Chester and 18th on Thursday, May 17th starting at 6:30P held in conjunction with The Downtown Street Faire. There will be races for the kids, a Citizens race, Mens categories 1-5 and Womens categories 1-5 race. This will be a great night, compete for prizes and Bako Bragging Rights. Bring the family to race, cheer and just enjoy the street fair.

Download Flyer for Bakersfield Downtown Criterium (Requires Adobe Reader)

For Peace - 10K/5K Runs & 5K/1.5mi Walks

Run-Walk for Peace - fundraiser for Heifer International. 10K/5K runs & 5K/1.5 mile walks, fun courses (mostly flat) on equestrian trails, bike & foot paths in the Kern River County Park, with the staging area at CALM; family/group discounts.

Entry Flyer
10k Map
5k Map

Hart Park Fun Runs

Hart Park Fun Runs

1,2,3,5 mile courses. No entry fee.

7am start at Hart Park section 7.

Good way to practice a little racing and earn points for the BTC pointsrace.

Memorial Day 10k Run/Walk for Friedrichs Attaxia

1st Annual Memorial Day 10K Run/Walk for Friedrichs Attaxia

This is one unique event. A point to point, net downhill 10K. Starting at the Canyon Hills Assembly of God on Auburn and Morning, and finishing at the Kern River Picnic Grounds.

Your entry fee will include a t-shirt and a BBQ dinner.

Race will start at 2pm, with dinner serving starting at 4pm.

Bakersfield Triathlon

Bakersfield Triathlon

May 19, 2007

New Start Time: 9:00 a.m.

Also New This Year:

USA Triathlon Regional Championship Event

Competitors will qualify for the USAT National Championship

The Bakersfield Triathlon is still going strong at 27 years. With several events to choose from, everyone in the family can participate. The Long Course triathlon is legendary, boasting a rugged 15K run over “Hang Glider Hill” and “Bastard Hill.” After this run, every other triathlon will seem flat. The ride has a significant climb that is repeated twice to complete 40K. The swim is in speed-boat-fast Lake Ming and promises to be the only true flat part of the race.

Races include the Sprint Course, Kids Triathlon, and 5K Fun Run to give everyone a chance to show what they’ve got. Teams of 2 or 3 persons are welcome too. Look for Collegiate Competition as part of the Sprint Course and chip timing for quick, accurate results.

It’s time to go ahead and sign up. Discover the challenge and experience the legend. Located in the southern San Joaquin Valley, Bakersfield is an easy trip from just about anywhere in California. Click on the links to find out more.

This event raises money for the Bakersfield Police Activities League (PAL).

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