Macon’s Big Bike Ride – A Big Success for a Big Cause!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the first annual Macon’s Big Bike Ride! Seeing the streets filled with over 150 enthusiastic bicyclists was an inspiring reminder of the strength and support within Macon's biking community. Together, we made a powerful statement for safer, more bike-friendly streets, and we couldn’t have done it without each of you!
Making a Statement for Safer Streets
Having this level of support from the community was monumental. Each cyclist who came out helped show Macon that our streets should be accessible and safe for everyone—no matter how they choose to get around. Biking isn’t just a mode of transportation; it’s a way of connecting communities, improving health, and reducing our environmental footprint. Seeing so many of you come together demonstrated that Macon is ready for safer, more connected streets, and this event brought us one step closer to achieving that vision. Every rider was a voice in support of change, a part of the momentum pushing for better infrastructure and respect for all road users.
With your help, we raised over $8,000, which will go directly toward making Macon’s streets more accessible and safe for everyone. We’re beyond grateful for the generous support of our sponsors and the dedication of our ambassadors who championed this event. Their contributions and enthusiasm helped make the ride not only a memorable experience but a meaningful step forward for biking advocacy in Macon.
Ambassadors - FM Barron, DeMarcus Beckham, Renee Corwine, Erin and Spencer Hawkins, Carolyn Mendes, and Weston Stroud
Sponsors - Community Foundation of Central Georgia, AARP Georgia, All-State Electrical, Coca-Cola Bottling Co. United., Cox, Fall Line Brewing Co., Powers Beecher Injury Lawyers, Robins Financial Credit Union, Sheridan Construction, Apparel Authority, Saint Joseph’s Catholic School, and Bragg Jam
Keep the Momentum Going: Join Us Year-Round!
The excitement doesn’t stop here! Bike Walk Macon hosts community events all year long, and we’d love for you to join us at an upcoming event:
Macon Bike Party: Join us every 2nd Thursday from September to December and March to June for a themed social ride.
Walk ‘n’ Talks: Explore Macon on foot, learn about a special topic, and meet someone new!
Play Streets Macon: The next celebration is in Ingleside Village on December 15! Join us for car-free celebrations where the streets are reimagined as spaces for play and connection.
Macon Bike Walk Fest: A new initiative that will offer a weekend of engaging and diverse biking and walking opportunities in March 2025. Stay tuned for more details!
Help Us Continue to Advocate for Safer Streets
These events wouldn’t be possible without community support, and we’d love to have you involved in whatever way suits you best! Becoming a Bike Walk Macon member or making a donation helps us continue our work advocating for safer, more connected streets. Every contribution counts, and every voice strengthens our mission.
Finally, keep an eye out for the professional photos from this year's ride! We'll be sharing them soon to relive those unforgettable moments. You can also add your pictures to this Google Photo album.
Thank you once again for riding with us, supporting our mission, and helping us make Macon a better place to bike, walk, and live. Here’s to many more miles together!