Tread Lighter, Get There Happier.
The ecological footprint of the average automobile commuter is 1,442 square miles. That’s larger than the cities of Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and Sacramento — combined. An adult bike commuter has less than 10% of the environmental impact.
Bike Month
A local tradition in Santa Cruz, Bike Month happens once a year with annual turnouts of 10,000+ riders. Our county’s commitment to cycling clearly demonstrates: more bikes on the road means more livable, healthy, and sustainable communities.
Bike Month By the Numbers
1,974
Total participants in Bike Month within the Santa Cruz County
34,820
Pounds of carbon emissions reduced from automobile use
78
Professional organizations participated in Bike Month
Employer
Transportation
Services
We offer new options for 21st Century commuters. Ecology Action works with local businesses to provide employees incentives for alternative transportation: carpool and rideshare info, Zipcar membership, emergency rides home, and 0% bike loans.