The national newspaper USA Today included San Diego in its list of the ten “best bike-friendly” communities in the United States.
The article cited San Diego for “year-round mild weather, a terrain that’s not too hilly or too flat, and loads of distinctive neighborhoods…The Silver Strand on the island of Coronado runs parallel to San Diego Bay and is one of the most beautiful cyclist-friendly routes in Southern California.”
According to the San Diego County Bicycle Coalition, the recognition is warmly welcomed but long overdue. “San Diego is making great strides and we’ve got even more on the way to be excited about including CicloSDias, bike share and the regional bike plan,” said Executive Director Andy Hanshaw.
CicloSDias is an annual open-streets celebration. The USA Today article also noted San Diego’s bike share programs.
USA didn’t rank the cities, but said ” with these ten spots you’re sure to find your pedal passion.” Here’s the list:
- Austin, TX
- Boulder, CO
- Jackson Hole, WY
- Louisville, KY
- Minneapolis, MN
- Portland, OR
- Roanoke Valley, VA
- San Diego
- Tucson, AZ
