How do I find cycling groups in LA?

You can search for cycling groups in Los Angeles by using the Meetup platform. Simply input your interest in cycling and set your location to LA. Numerous cycling communities offer routes and group rides for varying skill levels.

Are there beginner-friendly cycling events?

Yes, many cycling groups in Los Angeles have events suited for beginners. These activities typically include easier routes and paces. Joining a beginner-friendly group is a great way to enhance your skills and confidence.

How can I join a cycling group?

To join a cycling group in Los Angeles, find a Meetup group that fits your interests and skill level. Click to join the group’s page, and follow the instructions to become a member and participate in upcoming events.

What if I want advanced cycling rides?

Advanced cycling groups in Los Angeles offer more challenging rides. You can find these by looking at group descriptions and event specifics. Advanced rides might include longer distances, faster paces, or more difficult terrain.

Can I create my own cycling group?

Yes, you can set up your own cycling group on Meetup. Start by selecting 'Create a group', detailing its focus, and planning some initial rides. Invite others within the LA area who share your passion for biking.

Are the cycling events scheduled regularly?

Many cycling groups in LA hold regular events, but frequency depends on the organizers. Some host weekly rides, while others might meet monthly. Check the group's calendar for specific scheduling.

Do I need special equipment for cycling events?

Basic cycling gear, including a helmet and road bike, is typically recommended for safety during events. Some groups may have specific requirements based on the ride's nature, so it's wise to check event details beforehand.

Is it free to join cycling events?

Most cycling events on Meetup are free, although some may have minimal costs, like necessary permits or participation fees. Group pages generally provide financial details if applicable.

What types of cycling events are available?

Cycling groups in Los Angeles cater to a variety of interests, offering road biking, trail hikes, and social rides. Joining different types of events lets you explore new terrains and meet fellow cyclists.

Does Meetup organize the cycling events?

Meetup connects people to groups organizing events, but it doesn't directly organize the cycling activities. Organizers within these groups are responsible for setting up and managing each event.

Will I meet other cyclists quickly?

Meetup facilitates becoming part of a community, but getting to know people can depend on engagement. Attending events and participating actively enhances the likelihood of meeting other cycling enthusiasts quickly.

Are cycling groups all open to new members?

While many are open to new members, some might have specific membership requirements or capacity limits. Review each group's page to understand their membership policies and availability.

Do cycling groups host virtual events?

Some groups host online events, like virtual meet-and-greets or planning sessions. Actual rides are typically in-person due to their nature, but online interactions are also an option.

Can I switch between cycling groups?

Yes, you're free to join and participate in multiple cycling groups. Each group you join offers the opportunity to attend different events and meet a variety of cyclists with varied interests.

Will every interest have groups in LA?

Although Los Angeles has numerous groups, not every niche interest may be represented in cycling. Explore related groups or consider starting your own if you can’t find one matching your interest.

Cycling Groups Los Angeles

🚴 Bike Ride from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach around LAX Airport & Lunch

Sun, Jul 5, 4:00 PM

From SoCal eBike Riders

4.8

Join us on your E-bike for a special beach bike ride where we will be riding our bicycles on the beach bike path and bike lanes around the LAX Airport. We will be taking a 10 mile extension from Imperial Highway to LAX Airport riding at the back of the airport and along the north runway at LAX. This extension is at [https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82](https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82) IMPORTANT NOTE: This bike ride departs at 9:00AM. *** QUALIFICATIONS: All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bike paths for 40 miles round trip at 12 miles per hour which is a moderate pace. This bike ride takes about 6 hours with lunch. You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. *** MEETING PLACE AND TIME: Arrive at 8:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride. Meet Louis at 8:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions. We will depart promptly at 9:00 AM. Louis' cell phone number is in the RSVP question. *** FREE PARKING: There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot. For a map of Dock 52 and to get driving directions, click here: [http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5](http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5) *** LUNCH: We will stop for a break at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. *** PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES: RSVP: If you can't come please change your RSVP to "No" so we are not waiting for you. BICYCLE: Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with the tires properly inflated and the chain lubricated prior to the ride. RULES OF THE ROAD: Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides and obey all traffic stops and signals. SPARE TIRE TUBES: You need to know how to change your own bicycle tire tubes if you get a flat tire. Please bring 2 spare tire tubes, levers, a small bicycle pump or CO2 cartridges to fill your tires with air once you change the bicycle tire tube. If you don't have spare tire tubes you might have to call a taxi to take you and your bicycle back to your car! MONEY: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary. BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock. HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don't get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry. WAIVER OF LIABILITY: Please read this important disclaimer: This Meetup group, it's organizers and members take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. By joining this ride you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of it's organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. *** This bike ride is crossposted in many Meetup groups.

7 attendees

LA CANADA AND EAGLE ROCK LOOP

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00 PM

From E Biking LA County and Beyond

5.0

**LA CANADA AND EAGLE ROCK LOOP** This ride has us snaking our way through hilly and dense Oak forested neighborhoods. We'll also be riding near the Rose Bowl as travel down the Arroyo Seco. We'll finish this loop at the **[Wild Oak Cafe](https://wildoakcafe.com/)** and have breakfast/lunch there. Make sure you are prepared for a flat by having slime in your tires or inner tubes. **[MEETUP LOCATION](https://maps.app.goo.gl/9B8jt3exrJgRTh5b7) AND TIME:** at 8:00am. **PARKING FEE:** None **[ROUTE](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/la-canada-and-eagle-rock-3e14925)** **DISTANCE:** 23 miles. **ELEVATION GAIN:** 3800' **THE PACE:** No faster than the slowest biker in the group **DURATION:** 4 hours **LEVEL:** A bit challenging due to the elevation gain. **TERRAIN:** Winding and hilly streets **RESTROOMS:** At the beginning, end and during the bike ride **DEBRIEFING:** After the ride we'll have lunch at the Wild Oak Cafe. **MY CELL # IS:** 805-358-5972

6 attendees

Bike Ride from Marina del Rey to Redondo and LAX Airport & Lunch

Sun, Jul 5, 4:00 PM

From Explore LA like We Don't Live Here

4.8

Join us for a special beach bike ride where we will be riding our bicycles on the beach bike path and bike lanes around the LAX Airport. E-bikes are welcome to join us also! We will be taking a 10 mile extension from Imperial Highway to LAX Airport riding at the back of the airport and along the north runway at LAX. This extension is at [https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82](https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82) IMPORTANT NOTE: This bike ride departs at 9:00AM. *** QUALIFICATIONS: All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bike paths for 40 miles round trip at 12 miles per hour which is a moderate pace. This bike ride takes about 6 hours with lunch. You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. *** MEETING PLACE AND TIME: Arrive at 8:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride. Meet Louis at 8:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions. We will depart promptly at 9:00 AM. Louis' cell phone number is in the RSVP question. *** FREE PARKING: There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot. For a map of Dock 52 and to get driving directions, click here: [http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5](http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5) *** LUNCH: We will stop for a break at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. *** PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES: RSVP: If you can't come please change your RSVP to "No" so we are not waiting for you. BICYCLE: Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with the tires properly inflated and the chain lubricated prior to the ride. RULES OF THE ROAD: Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides and obey all traffic stops and signals. SPARE TIRE TUBES: You need to know how to change your own bicycle tire tubes if you get a flat tire. Please bring 2 spare tire tubes, levers, a small bicycle pump or CO2 cartridges to fill your tires with air once you change the bicycle tire tube. If you don't have spare tire tubes you might have to call a taxi to take you and your bicycle back to your car! MONEY: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary. BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock. HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don't get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry. WAIVER OF LIABILITY: Please read this important disclaimer: This Meetup group, it's organizers and members take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. By joining this ride you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of it's organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. *** This bike ride is crossposted in many Meetup groups. VERY IMPORTANT: Please RSVP for this Meetup and join SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CYCLING MEETUP GROUP at [http://meetup.com/cyclegroup](http://meetup.com/cyclegroup) to be notified of any updates to this event and to be notified of future bike rides.

5 attendees

21+ Friday Night Socials, Pickleball Freeplay

Sat, Jul 11, 12:00 AM

From Outdoor Athletics Club

4.8

Our event operates in public court space on a first come, first serve basis. Volunteers dedicate their time to setup and share with our attendees and community members. We cannot guarantee court space. Reach out to our organizing members to see how you can help. we generally set up between 4:45 pm to 6 pm depending on organizers' availability. Operating on a pay it forward model. Donations are for making the future enjoyable for others. [OAC Venmo](https://www.venmo.com/u/outdoorathleticsclub) **AGENDA** 5pm-9pm : Pickleball Freeplay (rotation) **You can read the rules here!** [OAC Pickleball Rules](https://outdoorathleticsclub.org/rules-of-pickleball) **For more Pickleball Information** [Ultimate Pickleball Guide](https://outdoorathleticsclub.org/oac-ultimate-pickleball-guide/) **Community Rules :** Before you dive into our community, please take a moment to review our rules. These are in place to ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone involved 1. Be Respectful and Kind: Always interact with other members with kindness and respect. Joking around is fine, but be mindful of others' feelings. Inflammatory, prejudicial, or defaming comments will not be tolerated.

8 attendees

COAST FITNESS HEALTH CLUB--24 HOUR--45,000 SF Inside/15,000SF Outside

Tue, Jul 7, 5:00 PM

From CYCLING, HIKING, RUNNING & TRAILBLAZING, Santa Monica & L.A.

4.3

1 attendee

WsSB MTB Riders Signal Instant Message Board

Fri, Jul 10, 4:00 PM

From Westside Southbay Mountain Bike Riders

Get the signal app and join the group! Most plans will be made here. Only organized group functions will be done on Meetup. Get Signal and start making plans to ride! https://signal.group/#CjQKIGCd9_AdJkRk9zsfQf4mZNLJbi8-tfDqkHpjqinGPYd9EhBQJEg900WAcSzIZgmpAXIr

1 attendee

🚴 Bike Ride from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach around LAX Airport & Lunch

Sun, Jul 5, 4:00 PM

From Bicycle Rides and Outdoor Adventures

4.8

Join us for a special beach bike ride where we will be riding our bicycles on the beach bike path and bike lanes around the LAX Airport. E-bikes are welcome to join us also! We will be taking a 10 mile extension from Imperial Highway to LAX Airport riding at the back of the airport and along the north runway at LAX. This extension is at [https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82](https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82) IMPORTANT NOTE: This bike ride departs at 9:00AM. *** QUALIFICATIONS: All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bike paths for 40 miles round trip at 12 miles per hour which is a moderate pace. This bike ride takes about 6 hours with lunch. You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. *** MEETING PLACE AND TIME: Arrive at 8:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride. Meet Louis at 8:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions. We will depart promptly at 9:00 AM. Louis' cell phone number is in the RSVP question. *** FREE PARKING: There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot. For a map of Dock 52 and to get driving directions, click here: [http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5](http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5) *** LUNCH: We will stop for a break at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. *** PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES: RSVP: If you can't come please change your RSVP to "No" so we are not waiting for you. BICYCLE: Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with the tires properly inflated and the chain lubricated prior to the ride. RULES OF THE ROAD: Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides and obey all traffic stops and signals. SPARE TIRE TUBES: You need to know how to change your own bicycle tire tubes if you get a flat tire. Please bring 2 spare tire tubes, levers, a small bicycle pump or CO2 cartridges to fill your tires with air once you change the bicycle tire tube. If you don't have spare tire tubes you might have to call a taxi to take you and your bicycle back to your car! MONEY: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary. BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock. HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don't get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry. WAIVER OF LIABILITY: Please read this important disclaimer: This Meetup group, it's organizers and members take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. By joining this ride you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of it's organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. *** This bike ride is crossposted in many Meetup groups. VERY IMPORTANT: Please RSVP for this Meetup and join SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CYCLING MEETUP GROUP at [http://meetup.com/cyclegroup](http://meetup.com/cyclegroup) to be notified of any updates to this event and to be notified of future bike rides.

5 attendees

Bike the Hollywoods!

Sun, Jul 19, 5:00 PM

From Great Outdoors, LGBTQ, Hiking/ Camping Social Group

4.6

1 attendee

🚴 Bike Ride from Marina del Rey to Redondo Beach around LAX Airport & Lunch

Sun, Jul 5, 4:00 PM

From Southern California Cycling Group

4.8

Join us for a special beach bike ride where we will be riding our bicycles on the beach bike path and bike lanes around the LAX Airport. E-bikes are welcome to join us also! We will be taking a 10 mile extension from Imperial Highway to LAX Airport riding at the back of the airport and along the north runway at LAX. This extension is at [https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82](https://goo.gl/maps/z3xqjLEm4U82) IMPORTANT NOTE: This bike ride departs at 9:00AM. *** QUALIFICATIONS: All bike riders are invited who are comfortable and experienced riding on the road and bike paths for 40 miles round trip at 12 miles per hour which is a moderate pace. This bike ride takes about 6 hours with lunch. You are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. *** MEETING PLACE AND TIME: Arrive at 8:30 AM to park your car and get ready for the ride. Meet Louis at 8:45 AM in the first row of Dock 52 parking lot for a safety talk and introductions. We will depart promptly at 9:00 AM. Louis' cell phone number is in the RSVP question. *** FREE PARKING: There is free parking at Dock 52 parking lot. For a map of Dock 52 and to get driving directions, click here: [http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5](http://goo.gl/maps/8pJy5) *** LUNCH: We will stop for a break at Quality Seafood Fish Market in Redondo Beach King Harbor at 130 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. *** PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES: RSVP: If you can't come please change your RSVP to "No" so we are not waiting for you. BICYCLE: Make sure your bicycle is in good working condition with the tires properly inflated and the chain lubricated prior to the ride. RULES OF THE ROAD: Safety is always our first concern. Use standard hand signals for group rides and obey all traffic stops and signals. SPARE TIRE TUBES: You need to know how to change your own bicycle tire tubes if you get a flat tire. Please bring 2 spare tire tubes, levers, a small bicycle pump or CO2 cartridges to fill your tires with air once you change the bicycle tire tube. If you don't have spare tire tubes you might have to call a taxi to take you and your bicycle back to your car! MONEY: Please bring money for your lunch and taxi if necessary. BIKE LOCK: Do not leave your bicycle unlocked at any time. Please bring your own bicycle lock. HELMET: Please be advised that you are required to wear a helmet to ride with our group. WATER and FOOD: Please bring water to drink so you don't get dehydrated and food to eat, such as a protein bar, in case you get hungry. WAIVER OF LIABILITY: Please read this important disclaimer: This Meetup group, it's organizers and members take no responsibility for any injuries nor accidents that may occur during events. By joining this ride you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of it's organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. *** This bike ride is crossposted in many Meetup groups. VERY IMPORTANT: Please RSVP for this Meetup and join SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CYCLING MEETUP GROUP at [http://meetup.com/cyclegroup](http://meetup.com/cyclegroup) to be notified of any updates to this event and to be notified of future bike rides.

7 attendees

Yoga at Sunset

Fri, Jul 10, 1:00 AM

From Outdoor Athletics Club

4.8

If you feel like some good ol' stretching would be good for your health, come on by. 1 Hr of yoga. Heal your body. Beginners are welcome. **Agenda** 10 Min Stretching 40 Minutes Pose Roundabout 10 Minute Wind down Chat and yoga, or bring headphones. Self teaching yoga diagrams will be provided. bring your own mat, you can also just do it on the grass.