BCycle bike series to include historic Heights neighborhoods

There are two bike rides coming up in the next few months in or near local neighborhoods that will give avid local bicyclists a chance to enjoy their pastime while exploring historic neighborhoods around Houston.

On June 25, Houston BCycle kicked off its Five for 10 Ride Series to celebrate the organization’s 10th anniversary, a bike series that will explore different neighborhoods and areas around Houston, according to a news release. The next two local rides that will involve neighborhoods in or near the Leader area over the next few months are Buffalo Bayou on either Aug. 13/14, as well as tour of the Heights on either Oct. 15/16 according to spokesperson Mary DeBauche.

There are currently more than 10 stations in the Greater Heights, including one near the Heights Mercantile development at 703 Yale St., as part of more than 150 stations around Houston.

The primary goal of the Five for 10 Ride Series is to enjoy a bike ride to celebrate the anniversary, the organization said. However, it also supports BCycle’s fundraiser called The Great Bike Raise, a $1 million fundraising campaign to add more bikes to the BCycle system.

“At Precinct 1 we’re working every day to build a greener, healthier, and more equitable Harris County,” said Harris County Precinct 1 Commissioner Rodney Ellis, whose district includes Acres Homes and Northline/Northside. “Investments in bike lanes, trails, and expanding BCycle are important steps towards achieving those goals.

Ellis has committed $500,000 to The Great Bike Raise, according to the release.

“I hope others will join me in supporting BCycle, and fueling the growth of this sustainable and affordable transportation option,” Ellis said.

For more information, follow BCycle on social media @HoustonBCycle or visit houstonbcycle.com.