Bikes Not Bombs: Earn-a-Bike

If you’re between the ages of 12 and 18, you can take part in a program that lets you chose and repair your own bike. Check out the site page for more details.

Ride for Black Lives Boston

The Ride for Black Lives is a bike ride in solidarity with the fight against systems and acts of oppression, police brutality, and murder of Black people. They routinely organize protest rides throughout Boston in support of Black lives. Check out the Facebook link for their latest events.

Boston Black Cyclists

Boston Black Cyclists is a group created to bring men and women of color together to experience “life behind HANDLE bars.” Whether professional rider, beginner or somewhere in between, this is a movement to encourage health and wellness while building community.

Boston Cyclists’ Union

Boston Cyclists’ Union (of which DotBike is an official member!) is helping Bostonians lead healthier lives by promoting the everyday use of the bicycle for transportation. Among other things, we repair bikes, educate new riders, and organize neighborhood residents who would like to voice support for friendlier street designs, bike paths, and public spaces.

Boston Bike Party

Boston’s Monthly Celebration on Wheels! Every 2nd Friday of the Month!

Black Girls Do Bike

Black Girls Do Bike is growing and supporting a community of women of color who share a passion for cycling. They champion efforts to introduce the joy of cycling to all women, but especially, black women and girls. Join their Boston Chapter!

Femmemechanics

Femmechanics is a group of FTW (femme/trans/women) people who bike in the Boston area. They build community, teach and learn from one another, and create safer, inclusive spaces for FTW folks to empower themselves within the bike world.

Blue Bikes

Blue Bikes is a bike sharing/bike rental project in Boston. They also have a subsidized income-eligible program. Visit the site to learn how to sign up.

BlueBikes also has a handy online map of all BlueBike stations.