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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Beginner D&L Towpath Ride
Sand Island, River Street, Bethlehem, PA, USHello Riders!
Join CAT in partnership with City of Bethlehem Recreation on this beginner-friendly towpath ride! We'll ride about 30 minutes west along the towpath and Lehigh River, enjoying and exploring as we go! Then we'll turn around and head back to Sand Island!MEETING SPOT:
We'll meet at Sand Island Ice House, 56 River St, Bethlehem, PA 18018
5:45pm Gather and bike checks
6:00pm RollingPlease RSVP at this special signup form for this ride
Some kind reminders:
- This ride is weather permitting. Please check Meetup for any changes or cancellations.
- If you are new to CAT bike rides, please complete your annual signup here: [LVCAT.org] (http://lvcat.org/)
- 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.
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OVER THE HILL TO THE BAKERY 6/3/26
CAT - Coalition for Appropriate Transportation, 33 W. Walnut St, Bethlehem, PA, USOVER THE HILL RIDE June 3, 2026
Hi everyone, this week's Over the Hill ride will be a fine mix of urban and nature riding, taking us from our meeting place at CAT (33 W. Walnut Street, Bethlehem) to the excellent French bakery Sophistique in Allentown. We'll start gathering at 9:15 a.m., with a ride start time of 9:30. We'll take the roads to Allentown, traveling on smaller, quiet roads where possible, and on the return trip we'll ride the D & L Trail. You'll find the details of the route here. The total round trip mileage is a little over 13 miles.
The Over the Hill ride is for people who are free during day - riders of all ages and ability/fitness levels are welcome. No one will be dropped. Most all bikes are appropriate for this ride; though the trail portion is unpaved, it's mostly packed dirt and quite level.
Some kind reminders:
- This ride is weather permitting. Please check Meetup for any changes or cancellations.
- If you are new to CAT bike rides, please complete your annual signup here: [[LVCAT.org](http://lvcat.org/)] (http://lvcat.org/)
- 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.4 attendees
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.
Thanks to Blue Zones Lehigh Valley and Allentown's City Center for sponsoring this ride!
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.
3 attendees
Past events
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