About us
CAT group bike rides are geared toward nurturing new riders who are discovering the enjoyment of bicycling. We highlight local bike routes that serve fun and useful destinations like bakeries, coffee shops, local businesses, parks, etc., while utilizing the network of trails and streets.
We also offer special rides that promote biking to work and overnight touring such as bike camping trips/bikepacking.
CAT is an IRS 501(c)3 non-profit organization and here's our mission:
CAT–Coalition for Appropriate Transportation strengthens our Lehigh Valley community and our environment through bicycling, pedestrian accessibility, and public transportation.
CAT works to improve mobility for everyone. Better bicycling, walking/ADA accessibility, and public transit develop a stronger, smarter economy and a higher quality of life. Sustainable transportation reduces traffic congestion, counters climate change, and offers a healthier community for everyone.
CAT serves adults & children of Pennsylvania’s Lehigh & Northampton Counties.
Upcoming events
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Allentown Saturday Morning Bike Rides
Allentown Arts Park, Sixth and Linden Streets, Allentown, PA, USMeet at the Allentown Arts Park!
(gather at 9:15am, rollout at 9:30)CAT ride leaders will show you the way—a variety of fun routes to Allentown Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market, Cedar Beach, and Rose Garden. Rides are at a social pace with the emphasis on community and connecting Allentown on two wheels.
Rides will generally stop for a tasty, healthy treat somewhere. (bring a bike lock if you have one)
See the ride route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54864091
Rides will return to Arts Park ~11am!
This ride is for ages 14-adult.
Weather permitting please check CAT's Meetup page for any changes or cancellations.Some kind reminders:
If you are new to CAT bike rides, please join the CAT ride list at LVCAT.org.All riders are required to wear a helmet.
Please bring a spare tube that fits your wheel size.
Consider bringing water and a snack.All are welcome. Please share with friends. All are welcome at all CAT bike rides, classes, and events.
This bike ride is organized by CAT-Coalition for Appropriate Transportation. CAT envisions a world where bicycling, walking/ADA accessibility, and public transportation prevail.
This project is being completed in partnership with the Lehigh Valley Greenways Conservation Landscape. Funding is provided in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation, Environmental Stewardship Fund, administered by Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, Inc.
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Trail Ride to the Slatington Farmer's Market
D&L Trail Cove Road Trailhead, 5974 Cove Rd, Laurys Station, PA, USCome join us for another leisurely exploration of the Delaware and Lehigh Trail! We will ride the trail from the Cove Road Trailhead (near Laury's Station) to our lunch spot at the Slatington Farmer's Market, before retracing our steps back to Cove Road. Bring a few dollars for lunch!
The trail is flat, and the surface is hard-packed dirt and gravel. Most bikes with sturdy tires should be OK. Our total distance, out and back, will be about 13 miles.
Click here for a map of our route on RideWithGPS.
Our meeting place is the Cove Road Trailhead (5974 Cove Rd, Laurys Station), see the map below.
We'll start gathering around 9:45 AM, with a ride start time of 10:00 AM after an "ABC Quick Check" of our bikes for ride-worthiness. Come early if you need air in your tires, a seat adjustment, a spot of lube, or any other quick adjustment.
Like most all CAT rides, no one will be dropped -- even if you are riding very slowly, you are welcome on this ride! All riders are required to wear a helmet. We advise that you also bring a spare tube that fits your wheel and a bottle of water.
This ride is weather permitting. Any last minute change or cancellations will be announced on Meetup, so please check here for weather concerns. If you have any other questions we can help with, please contact ride leader Don (donk@lvcat.org) or Tim (timp@lvcat.org).
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m.!
Some reminders:
- If you are new to CAT bike rides, please complete your annual signup here.
- All riders are required to wear a helmet.
- Bring a spare tube that fits your tire size.
- Bring water and a snack.
This bike ride is organized by CAT-Coalition for Appropriate Transportation, serving the Lehigh Valley. CAT envisions a world where bicycling, walking/ADA accessibility, and public transit prevail. All are welcome at all CAT bike rides, classes, and events.
This project is being completed in partnership with the Lehigh Valley Greenways Conservation Landscape. Funding is provided in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation, Environmental Stewardship Fund, administered by Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, Inc.5 attendees
Intro to Group Rides
Upper Saucon Township Community Park, 3231 Preston Lane, Bethlehem, PA, USJoin us for leisurely paced, low mileage rides geared towards new riders, and anyone looking to improve their group riding skills. We’ll focus on safety and socializing.
On Sunday, May 17th, we’ll ride on the Saucon Trail and one quiet street for approx. 25-30 minutes to the Inside Scoop for ice-cream or coffee, whatever you fancy! After a break, we will ride back to our starting point.We’ll meet at Upper Saucon Township Community Park at 3231 Preston Lane, Center Valley, PA 18034. Pull into the parking lot off Preston Lane and we will meet in the parking lot on the left.
We roll at 10:30am, but arrive by 10:15 if you need an ABC check (air, brakes, chain)https://ridewithgps.com/trips/380812399?privacy_code=SJDOUkQqzplOE6Xyg7kfiTjMt3JrUufW
If you are new to CAT bike rides, please join the CAT ride list at https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/WebLink.aspx?name=E362941&id=9
1-All riders are required to wear a helmet.
2- Please bring a spare tube that fits your wheel size.
3- Consider bringing water and a snack.
*Weather permitting please check Meetup for any changes or cancellations.*
**All are welcome at all CAT bike rides, classes, and events.**
This bike ride is organized by CAT-Coalition for Appropriate Transportation. CAT envisions a world where bicycling, walking/ADA accessibility, and public transportation prevail.
This project is being completed in partnership with the Lehigh Valley Greenways Conservation Landscape. Funding is provided in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation, Environmental Stewardship Fund, administered by Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, Inc4 attendees
Past events
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