Biketivism Resources
Dig into the many information tools and resources we’ve created or curated. They’re designed to help you in your work toward healthier and more just communities through safe and accessible biking — and in your own biking safety and fun.
SVBC special reports and publications
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Positions and policies
See the positions and policies that support our mission: To build healthier and more just communities by making bicycling safe and accessible for everyone.
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Local team toolkit
Check out SVBC’s guide to effective safe-streets advocacy in your own town. Benefit from our years of experience. Be the change!
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Silicon Valley survey results
The 2020 survey, supported by leading institutions, provides a trove of information to help understand people’s transportation choices and inform transportation decisions.
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Network priority tool
SVBC with Copenhagenize Design Co. developed the Network Priority Tool to enable cities and individuals prioritize bicycle projects.
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Bike friendly development guidelines
SVBC’s guidelines are a free resource to assist building projects in bicycle planning while also setting a standard for building in our communities.
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Silicon Valley Bike Vision
This Silicon Valley Bike Vision report outlines the possibilities, challenges, and next steps to make the bicycle a major mode of travel locally.
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Vision Zero Toolkit
Our toolkit helps city and county staff, officials, and transportation and planning professionals adopt the goal of zero traffic deaths and severe injuries.
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Bikes on El Camino Report
Understand the move of cities along El Camino Real from Daly City to San José to transform the corridor from auto thoroughfare to more livable community.
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Fact Sheets
Gain a better understanding of policies, programs, including laws, speed limits, bike lanes, street design considerations and more.
Navigating Santa Clara County Trails and the San Jose Trail Network: Your Comprehensive GuideNetwork : Resources and Updates
Trail Maintenance/Closure Guide and Contact Info
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MTC Bay Trail Equity Strategy Report - SVBC
See Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition's summary of 2023 stakeholder engagement events, survey responses, and recommendations for the Bay Trail Equity Strategy Phase II.
More resources
Bikeway design
Learn about the types of street and bikeway facilities classifications, specifications and rules.
Biking in your city
Discover some of the many ways to have an impact on bicycling in your community.
Bay Area transportation agencies
Get to know the region’s transportation agencies, who’s who, and how they interconnect.
Regional, state and federal legislation
Learn more about regional, state and federal legislation of impact on bicycling and street safety.
Bike project funding sources
See some of the many funding sources for bike and pedestrian projects, and how to apply.
Traffic and road safety terms
Curb your confusion: The Oaklandside’s list of traffic and road safety terms and definitions.
Classes, events and advocacy training
See classes, events and trainings, including advocacy training, in our events calendar.