GEARs was first organized in 1991 to promote recreational bicycling and community bicycle activities. The Eugene Bicycle Coalition was organized in 1995 to promote bicycling as a vital part of Eugene’s transportation system. In January 2008, the two groups merged into what GEARs is today.

Some of our major programs and activities include:

• Regular weekly rides for various skill levels.
• Safety and skill education for both people who ride bikes and for people who don’t (yet).
• Encouragement of facilities for cycling on public roads and lands.
• Defense and education on the rights and responsibilities of bike riders as motor vehicle operators for pleasure, health and transportation.
• Coordination and promotion of special bicycling events.

It is time for us who care about bicycling in Eugene to get our rears in gear—so it’s exciting to ask you now to consider your interests and join GEARs. Become a member today.

See our page of the meeting notes from past meetings to review a projects status or learn more about what we do.