Resources for Bicyclists

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Learn about incentives and resources to help you commute safely by bike to UCSD.

UCSD Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Study

Download and view the 2012 Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Planning Study

Bicycle helmet program

Get a $20 coupon at Commute Solutions in the parking office (hours, map) and bring it with your UCSD ID to the UCSD Bike Shop to receive $20 off a helmet purchase.

Resources

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:

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UCSD bicycling resources

Arbor bike cage: 20-bike secure area at southwest corner of street entry level (8) of the Arbor Parking Structure. Request free electronic access at the Hillcrest parking office.
UCSD Pedal Club: Commit to cycling to campus each week and get benefits.
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).
Bicycle commuting tax credit update (PDF): March 2009 update from UC Office of the President
UCSD Bike Shop: Get your bike fixed or registered, or shop for accessories.
UCSD Bike Safety Quiz: Test your knowledge of bicycle safety and courtesy.
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.

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
San Diego Street Division Service Request: Report where repairs are needed
Caltrans Bicycle Program: Bicycle transportation policy, funding, planning, and technical expertise
California Department of Motor Vehicles Bicycle Rules and Safety

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
- Traffic Skills 101 free online course
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).
Google Maps offers directions for bicyclists in a select group of cities, including San Diego. Click Get Directions and choose Bicycling from the drop-down menu.

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For more information about bicycling at UCSD, contact Commute Solutions, (858) 534-RIDE (7433).

Resources for Bicyclists

UCSD Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Study

Bicycle helmet program

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UCSD bicycling resources

Local bicycling resources

General bicycling resources

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