As the situation with coronavirus (COVID-19) evolves, the Bicycle Coalition of Maine office remains closed to employees and visitors. We apologize for the inconvenience but wish to prioritize the health and safety of our community. Please do not hesitate to reach out to staff by email. We appreciate your support and understanding at this time.
For recommendations about how to bike safely during a pandemic, watch this video created by the BCM in collaboration with FRAME Strategies.
Read the BCM’s recommended practices for safe riding during COVID-19 here.
Slow ME Down
Speeding endangers cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers. Even small increases in speed increase the lethality of a crash with a vulnerable user, and speed affects everything from how fast a car can stop to how quickly a moment of distraction becomes a disaster. Learn more and sign our Slow ME Down letter of support here.
Highlights from Last Year
9,964 Individuals Educated about Bike/Ped Safety 
196 New Members 
$16k Awarded to BikeMaine Community Grants 
20 Community Spokes Trained 35 Off-Road Bicycle Skills Clinics386 Bikes Sold at the Bike SwapApril21
Wednesday Webinar #6: Riders, Riders, Everywhere—But Not a Bike to Buy – Buying & Selling Used Bikes in a Pandemic
Coalition News
Letter to the Editor: Bottom line for drivers: Slow down
Thank you for your editorial (Our View: Rise in reckless driving another consequence of COVID, April 9, 2021) highlighting the…
“Operation Pothole” to Fix Maine’s Crumbling Roadways with Recreational Marijuana Revenue
Happy April Fools’ Day! Although “Operation Pothole” actually seems like a good idea, this is a completely phony story. Bonus…
Statement on Attacks Against Asian Community
The Bicycle Coalition of Maine is grieving with the Asian American community following the abhorrent attacks in Georgia and across…