Our Story
12th Annual of an adventure that started with three friends and a crazy idea
Since 2014
How It All Started
In 2014, three friends had a crazy idea: bike around the entire Bay Area. From that adventure—and the desire to change lives through challenge and the discovery of outdoor beauty—The Bay Ride was born.
What started with 3 riders has grown to 100+ participants annually, with over 60% completing distances farther than they've ever ridden before.
Our Mission: Safe Streets
We directly fund cycling infrastructure improvements. We call it "Safe Streets" because when we improve cycling safety, EVERYONE benefits—cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers alike.
Sponsor 1+ infrastructure projects per year to improve cycling safety in the Bay Area.
Why “Safe Streets”?
We chose the name “Safe Streets” intentionally. When we improve cycling infrastructure, it's not just cyclists who benefit — everyone does.
- 1Cyclists get dedicated lanes and safer routes to commute and exercise
- 2Pedestrians benefit from better crosswalks, traffic calming, and separated paths
- 3Drivers experience less congestion and clearer road rules when bikes have their own space
By directly funding infrastructure projects, we ensure that every dollar raised goes straight into making our streets safer for all.
The Organization
The Bay Ride is organized by LiveTheBay.org, a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit. We're a volunteer-run organization dedicated to promoting cycling and improving infrastructure in the Bay Area.
Join the Movement
Be part of something bigger. Ride with us and help make our streets safer for everyone.