Humboldt Bay Bicycle Commuters Association

Welcome to the official website for the HBBCA. We hope you enjoy learning about the benefits of bicycle commuting. If you are not a member, please consider signing up! Just click here or on the sidebar for our Membership Application, fill it out and mail it to us with your dues. Next Meeting: The next meeting of the HBBCA is Monday, May 12th, at Chapala's Mexican Restaurant at 2nd and C Streets in Eureka. The meeting starts at 6:30 pm. If you are going to order dinner, plan to order at 6:00 pm. The agenda is set by those in attendance. Non-members are welcome. Following Meeting: July 28th, at Carmela's/Luzmila's Restaurant at 13th and G Streets in Arcata. It will be at the same time as above. Correction: The March 2008 Wheel People newsletter had the days reversed for the two 2008 Bike to Work Day rallies. The first rally will be held at the F Street Gazebo in Eureka at lunchtime May 16. The second rally will be held at the Plaza in Arcata on May 23. We want these to be the biggest ever, so please plan to attend one or both to show your support for the bicycle as a transportation mode! Bike Commuter Assistance Anyone who would like advice or assistance with riding to work or school is encouraged to contact us at info@humbike.org. We can set up prospective bike commuters with experienced riders that can provide guidance about preparing your bike, what to wear, the best route to take, how long to allow, and what to do with your bike when you get there.
BIKE TO WORK WEEK 2007 The HBBCA, along with several other organizations sponsored "Bike to Work" activities in May, including rallies on May 11th in Eureka and May 18th in Arcata.
ARCATA
The crowd gathers at the Plaza in Arcata.	Chris Rall (third from left) wins the "fixing a flat contest."
Justin Brown, owner of Revolution Bicycle Repair tunes up a bike.	Scott Kelly, HBBCA President, shows off Bike to Work Day Proclamation from the Arcata City Council.
EUREKA
Cyclists arrive to a TV camera at Eureka Gazebo.	Bicycles compete for space.
The owner of Crepes, Coffee and Cream gives cyclists arriving in Eureka free "fuel up" coffee and goodies.	Lindsay Walker of Caltrans won the longest commute at 35 miles (roundtrip) and also led 20 Caltrans cyclists to Eureka Rally.
Why we commute by bicycle:
• Improves our overall health • Saves us money • Makes our commute more enjoyable • Controls our weight without dieting • Energizes the body in the morning • Relaxes the body in the evening • Contributes to improving the environment • Improves self-esteem • Helps us train for events • Gives us time to think • It's fun!
What the HBBCA does for the community:n does for the community:
• Promotes bicycle commuting through public events and the media • Works with local agencies to develop and improve bike master plans • Identifies needed bikeway projects, and help local agencies secure funding for implementation • Encourages establishment and maintenance of effective bike parking facilities. • Conducts BikeSmart Training for the youth of the region • Develops and distributes bike safety literature • Provides free helmets to those who need them • Works for improved roadway and bikeway maintenance and the correction of hazards • Promotes and conducts Annual Bike to Work Day rallies • Provides expertise in bikeway design to local agencies • Distributes bi-monthly newsletter • Promotes effective enforcement of bicycle laws

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