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CAT Bike Rides in the Lehigh Valley

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Bethlehem, PA, US

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What we’re about

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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Fri, Oct 3 · 8:00 AM EDT
Jim Thorpe Bike Overnight
CAT-Coalition for Appropriate Transportation, 1935 W Broad St, Bethlehem, PA, US
This ride will be supported so we encourage you to pack your bike with all your necessities, gear and food like a little turtle on wheels but if you’re not able, the SAG wagon, aka Support and Gear Vehicle, can carry your odds & ends. We expect to go rain or shine, barring extreme weather conditions. We’ve secured campsites at Mauch Chunk Lake Park; the camping facilities include showers and restrooms, as well as provision for a campfire. Note that the ride up to the campsite is a pretty challenging climb! You can either go up the road or go through the woods; either way you’ll arrive at camp feeling accomplished!
We will ride as a group, with a number of ride leaders, for the entirety of the trip and we will also provide the route ahead of time through Ridewgps. Our ride leaders can assist with most mechanical challenges on road.
In the weeks before the ride, we’ll provide equipment suggestions (including some extremely thrifty options for those who prefer that way), packing lists, nutrition ideas, safety and riding skills tips, via both in person and electronic sessions. We’ll do our best to answer your questions throughout our weeks of preparation with a goal of allowing you to ride with comfort and confidence. To the extent you need mechanical assistance, and as time permits, we can work with you and your bike at the CAT Bicycle Cooperative to assure that your bicycle mechanics are in good shape.
At a minimum, you will need to have a bicycle that is capable of operating on well-maintained trails and paved roads, while carrying you and your overnight gear. All riders are required to wear a helmet.
We will provide breakfast before taking off on Friday morning, and expect to handle the rest of our food through a combination of food you bring for yourself, refreshment stops along the route, and shared cooking/camping equipment.
CAT members get first priority in signing up over non-CAT members. As with all CAT rides, we don’t particularly care about speed, and we will focus on safety and comfort for the long haul. We are excited to hit the road and we look forward to riding beside you.
Dates: October 3-4-5, 2025
Locations: Start at CAT, 1935 West Broad St, Bethlehem, camp at Mauch Chunk State Park
Cost: $50 suggested gift to help cover costs, $100 is appreciated!

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6 attendees
Sun, Oct 5 · 10:00 AM EDT
EASY LIKE SUNDAY MORNING
Southside Bethlehem Greenway, 316 South New St, Bethlehem, PA, US
OCTOBER 5 EASY LIKE SUNDAY MORNING
Hey all - Here's another easy, flat and short ride, tailored for those of you new to or recently returning to cycling, though riders of all levels are welcome. Dust off that bike, bring some friends along, and join us this Sunday, October 5. We'll go at a pace that suits the slowest among us - no one will get dropped on this ride.

We'll start riding at 10 a.m., but feel free to come a little early if you need air in your tires or any other minor adjustments to your bike.

This week's ride is almost entirely on trails, as we take South Bethlehem's Greenway from its beginning to end, do a quick jaunt down a side street to check out the lovely WPA-era Saucon Park, and return to the start of our ride at S. New and Mechanic Streets. Our start and end point is here ; for those of you who need it, you'll find plenty of parking in the city garage across the street from our start point, or on Mechanic or New Streets.

The total mileage for this ride is 5.4 miles, a little over two and a half miles each way, and the route is really flat, no kidding. See the details here. Most all bikes are appropriate for this ride, as the trails are a mix of paved and unpaved surfaces. The ride leaders will point out any particular conditions or hazards that may call for your attention, as we go along.

This ride is weather permitting. Any last minute change or cancellations will be announced on Meetup, so please check there for weather concerns. If you have any other questions we can help with, please contact ride leader Anne (annef@lvcat.org). We look forward to seeing you on Sunday morning at 10 a.m.!

Some reminders:
If you are new to CAT bike rides, please complete your annual signup here: LVCAT.org
All riders are required to wear a helmet.
Bring a spare tube that fits your tire size.
Bring water and a snack, if you like.
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.
7 attendees
Wed, Oct 8 · 5:45 PM EDT
CAT Women's Ride FALL HOURS
Sand Island, 56 River St, Bethlehem, PA, US
Hey all you CAT women riders, we’re rounding the corner on the 2025 season! Thank you for coming out!

For the rest of September and October, we will continue to ride regularly on Wednesday nights, gathering starting at 5:30 p.m. with a ride time of 5:45 p.m. NOTE THE EARLIER RIDE TIME!

We'll meet here in the parking lot adjacent to the Charlie Brown Icehouse on Sand Island in Bethlehem.

Come a little early if you need to air up your tires, adjust your seat, lube your chain, or do any other minor adjustments. If your bike needs more serious attention, you can get help ahead of time at the CAT bike co-op.

Feel free to pass this invite on to your friends. All cis women, trans women, and nonbinary folks are welcomed.

This is a mild-paced, flat ride on the D&L Trail, headed by CAT's ride leaders, about 4-5 miles out and back. All kinds of bikes are appropriate. Riders of all skill levels are welcome, and no one gets dropped. Seriously. It’s ok if you haven’t been on a bike in a long time, we’re patient and we’re nice. We want to support women in cycling, and that includes you!

As with all CAT rides, riders must wear a helmet. In addition, you may want to bring some water and a spare tube that matches your wheel.

Any last minute changes due to weather will be made through Meetup. If you have any other questions we can help with, feel free to contact Anne (annef@lvcat.org) or Sarah (saraha@lvcat.org). We look forward to riding with you!

This bike ride is organized by CAT-Coalition for Appropriate Transportation, serving Lehigh and Northampton Counties. Transgender and nonbinary folks are welcome at all CAT bike rides, classes and events. CAT envisions a world where bicycling, walking, ADA accessibility and public transit prevail. CAT- Coalition for Appropriate Transportation, 1935 West Broad treet, Bethlehem, PA 18018. mobile 845-430-6552
3 attendees
Sun, Oct 12 · 2:00 PM EDT
The Great Pumpkin Ride - Pumpkin Patch - Nor-Bath Trail
Location not specified yet
Hello CAT Riders!

Pumpkin Patch - Nor-Bath Trail
Let's ride the Nor-Bath trail to Valley Fruits and Farm. The trail is a pretty, lots of fall foliage this time of year to enjoy. Once we get to the farm, there's a cafe inside to enjoy some pumpkin pie and hot cider. Enjoy your pick of a pumpkin.

The ride is 15 miles (long version), mostly flat (two hills at the beginning of the long version), terrain is smooth dirt/gravel and some pavement.

For Family and Kid Friendly ride, approx 5.5 miles roundtrip, please meet at the parking lot of Bicentennial Park meet at 2:45p and liftoff at 3:00pm
5450 Liberto Lane, Bethlehem, PA 18017

Please share with friends and family. All are welcome. We ride at a comfortable, social pace, no drop. End time is approximate.

The Route:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52612064

About:
https://valleyfruitsandveggies.com/pricing/

Starting Times (choose):
Long version:
2:00pm ABC check
2:15pm Liftoff from Canal Park (address below)
or short version:
2:45pm meet at Bicentennial Park (address above)
3:00pm Liftoff from Bicentennial Park

Meeting Place:
Northampton Canal Park
1400 Canal Street · Northampton, PA
We will meet by the pavilion near the playground.

Happy Trails!

Ride Leaders:
Joan Dooley C 818 921 2833
Tim

Some kind reminders:
1. If you are new to CAT bike rides, please go here and complete your annual ride waiver.
2. As with all CAT rides, all riders are required to wear a helmet.
3. Please bring a spare tube that fits your wheel size.
4. Consider bringing water and a snack.
5. Any last minute changes due to weather conditions will be announced on Meetup.
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.
13 attendees

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