We're On A Mission To Get New Hampshire On Bikes. CNHBC is an Affiliate of the Bike-Walk Alliance of New Hampshire. Learn how you can get involved! OUR WORK Throughout the year, we host events to help put more people on bikes more often. We also work around the clock to advocate for bike safety through policies and local infrastructure. We have teamed up with the Bike Walk Alliance of NH, community organizations, police departments, and government agencies, to continue to make New Hampshire bike friendly and safe for its residents and visitors. Help us continue to get more people on bikes more often by joining us and coming to local events. ADVOCACY We advocate for better bike infrastructure and policy that will help us reach these goals. Through advocacy, we strive to increase the number of bike lanes and bike infrastructure in Central NH so that more people are confident both on and off the road. We've also helped place more than a dozen bike fixit stations in and around Concord. BIKE FRIENDLY BUSINESSES We've teamed up with numerous local businesses to show that everyone benefits from having more peoples on bikes. Members of CNHBC will be eligible for exclusive discounts at these local shops. Check out all of the benefits of joining CNHBC and become a member today! EDUCATION We work with community organizations, government agencies, and more to spread awareness of the importance of bike safety. We educate individuals on the rules of the road, safe bicycling practices, their rights as a cyclist, and what to do in the event of a crash. We've also helped get bikes in area schools so every student is taught how to ride. COMMUNITY OUTREACH We strive to meet the needs of our community members. We can only do this if we hear input and pressing issues regarding bike safety and education from you. Let us know your thoughts by emailing us at cnhbc@info.org . GROUP RIDES We don't just advocate for cyclist rights and better infrastructure - we create a biking community. CNHBC organizes group rides so that bike enthusiasts can meet people with the same interests all while getting a ride in. EVENTS CNHBC hosts events throughout the year. Most notably, is our annual Bike Swap held in May. Some of our other events include Bike Rodeos, Bike Valets throughout the Concord area, Film Festivals and more. FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK!

About Us Ready to Ride - In School, On Bike Education Central New Hampshire Bicycle Coalition has partnered with the Friends of the Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail, S&W Sports, the Brain Injury Associaion of NH, Warner Police Department, GE Aerospace Foundation and the Bike Walk Alliance of NH to provide balance bikes and pedal bikes to three area school districts so they can teach kids to ride in PE class. This program is now reaching over 1000 students per year. Our Story Our mission at CNHBC is to get more people on bikes more often. Riding a bike is something that can be learned very early in life. Balance bikes, which are bikes without pedals, make learning easier than ever. So when the idea came up to provide area elementary schools with bikes so kids could learn to ride in PE class we were all in. The first district was Kearsarge which has Simonds School in Warner, Sutton Elementary, Bradford Elementary and New London Elementary. The district also serves the towns of Newbury, Wilmot and Springfield. Balance and pedal bikes were delivered for the 2023-24 school year. The bikes are used at one school for a unit and then brought to the next. Warner Police Department through the Rosa Valpey Trust was an important partner. The second district was Concord. Bikes were delivered in time for Abbott-Downing School to start in the Spring of 2024. The bikes are also shared with Mill Brook School, Beaver Meadow School, and Christa McCauliffe School. A private foundation provided additional financial support for this fleet of bikes. The third district to be supported was Merrimack Valley School District with 5 elementary schools serving Penacook, Boscawen, Webster, Salisbury and Loudon. Bikes were delivered for the beginning of the 2024-25 school year. GE Aerospace Foundation was an important partner. They provided financial assistance and a team of GE Aerospace engineers assembled the bikes. Together over 1000 students are learning and practicing their bike riding skills in school each year. School Districts Simonds School visits the rail trail On the last day of class students were able to ride on the Concord-Lake Sunapee Rail Trail. Warner Fall Foliage Festival Simonds School Students riding in the Warner Fall Foliage Festival Parade. Delivery Day for Concord Principal Blinn so excited for his students. Preparing for class Getting ready to roll at Abbott-Downing. MVSD Bike Assembly Team GE Aerospace Engineers assembled all these bikes on a beautiful day in Warner. Delivery day at Merrimack Valley School District. GE Aerospace team members and representatives from CNHBC, S&W Sports and CLSRT on delivery day. Our Clients

Looking for new places to ride? We have compiled a list of suggested areas to check out varying from Mountain Bike Parks, rail trails, and road routes. Places to Ride Looking for new places to ride? We have compiled a list of suggested areas to check out varying from Mountain Bike Parks, rail trails, and road routes. If you have any questions about these locations, do not hesitate to reach out to us! Mountain Biking DOWNLOAD 1. Bear Brook: (Allenstown, NH) Bear Brook is a great location that has a wide variety of trail types. With over 10,000 acres and 40 miles of trails, mountain bikers of all levels will be able to find the best trails for them. There are several loops for beginners, intermediate and advanced riders. To download a map and read more about specific trails check out NEMBA’s review on Bear Brook’s trails. 2. Highland Mountain Bike Park: (Tilton, NH) Highland Mountain Bike Park is always a favorite for adrenaline junkies. This park is perfect for downhill mountain bikers and cross-country bikers. Highland features over 20 miles of trails and a wide range of trail types. Not only do they have great cross-country and downhill trails, but they also have a pump track, slopestyle course, and two dirt jump parks. 3. Franklin Falls: (Franklin, NH) Franklin Falls is a great place for beginner and intermediate riders. Most of the trails are flowing single track with few rocks on the trails. It features over 10 miles of trails that were built by Mountain Bikers, specifically for mountain bikers. Although this trail system was built for mountain biking, it is a multi-use trail so be sure to stay aware of your surroundings when you are out there ripping around the single track. 4. Hospital Trails: (Concord, NH) These trails are a local favorite because they are close, versatile, and always can count on finding just the right type of trail you are looking for. The hospital trails feature single trails, fire roads, and double-track trails. Although only four miles, bikers can always get a quick ride in by doing a couple of laps before or after work on this trail network. 5. Bow Town Forest: (Bow, NH) Bow Town Forest has approximately six miles worth of trails of varying difficulty. There are both single and double tracks featured on this trail network. These trails will have some classic New England trail features – lots of roots, rocks, mud in spots, and some more technical single track. A great place for amateurs to become more comfortable with the technical stuff. 6. Hopkinton-Everett Reservoir: (Hopkinton, NH) Known as Hop-Ev by the locals, this place is another gem in the Central New Hampshire area. Hop-Ev has approximately 20 miles worth of intermediate and advanced trails. This network of trails has wider trails and a technical single track. However, it is important to be aware of your surroundings when out on the trail. This trail network is multi-use. Bikers have found that the multi-use aspect is manageable and all trail users are respectful of one another. 7. Elm Brook: (Hopkinton, NH) Elm Brook is a great place for beginner and intermediate mountain bikers with approximately 4 miles worth of trails, it has a quick single track to keep any rider on their toes. This is a multi-use trail system so please be respectful of others while out on the trails. 8. Curtisville and Batchelder Mills Road Trails: (Concord, NH) This trail network has 6 miles worth of single-track trails that beginner and intermediate riders enjoy. These trails have some roots and narrower single tracks but also have views of lakes and ponds in Concord. The climbs are well worth the hard work. Check out singletrack.com’s review for more information. 8. Boston Lots: (Lebanon, NH) The Boston Lots are loaded with all types of trails for every type of rider. With over 30 miles of trails, there are trails that accommodate beginner riders as well as trails that will put even the most advanced riders' hearts pumping. The trails have all types of terrains and feature a technical single track. If you are looking for a place to spend the day exploring and mountain biking, this should be one of the areas at the top of your list. Check out their website for more information on the area, trail conditions, and site maps. 9. Hampstead Conservation Area, West Road: (Hampstead, NH) The Hampstead Conservation Area has approximately 12 miles worth of trails and various loops for each type of rider. The trails all circulate around a bog and pond in Hampstead and are used solely by Mountain Bikers. The trails are in fairly good condition over the years and are well marked. DOWNLOAD DOWNLOAD RAIL TRAIL RAIL TRAILS 1. Northern Recreational Rail Trail (48 Miles long) This trail is one of the most popular rail trails for gravel bikers and casual rides. The trail runs currently from Boscawen to Lebanon and is 48 miles long. The trail goes through various towns in New Hampshire and is a scenic ride. The trail is open for use year-round and trail users are frequent no matter what season it is. 2. Hillsborough Recreational Rail Trail (7.7 Miles) This trail is approximately 8 miles long and will take trail users to historic sites along the Contoocook River. You will cross over old railroad tracks and old mill sites along your route. The trailhead starts in Hillsborough and will end in Bennington. 3. Rockingham Recreational Rail Trail (25.3 miles) The Portsmouth Branch of the Rockingham Recreational Rail Trail is a go-to destination for Southern and Central New Hampshirites. This trail is 25 miles long beginning in Manchester and ending in Newfield. The trail runs through small towns, and forests, and passes by historical sites. 4. Farmington Recreational Rail Trail (6 miles) Although this is one of the shorter rail trails in New Hampshire being only 6 miles long, it brings users from Rochester to Farmington. This trail runs alongside the Cocheco River, making your bike journey a view. 5. Cheshire Recreational Rail Trail (42 miles) In the Southwest corner of NH lies the Cheshire Recreational Rail Trail. The 42-mile-long trail runs from Fitzwilliam to North Walpole. This trail is mostly gravel making it perfect for hybrid and gravel bikers. Mid-way through the course, there is a brief section that runs through downtown Keene and then will continue on into the NH woods all the way to North Walpole. 6. Ashuelot Recreational Rail Trail (21 miles) This rail trail is another Southwestern New Hampshire favorite as it brings users back to the heart of New Hampshire. The 21-mile-long trail features old-covered bridges and gravel trails. This trail begins in Keene and comes to a close in Winchester, New Hampshire. 7. Presidential Recreational Rail Trail (18 miles) This 18-mile-long rail trail travels from Jefferson to Gorham, New Hampshire. The trail passes by Cherry Pond and several rivers. In the summer, this trail is closed to ATV usage making this trail a calm place for a relaxing ride in Northern New Hampshire. 8. Sugar River Recreational Rail Trail (9.5 miles) The Sugar River Recreation Trail begins in Newport and ends in Claremont, New Hampshire. This trail is just under 10 miles long and parallels the sugar river and passes by several covered bridges. When riding this trail be aware that ATVs are allowed on this trail. 9. Cotton Valley Rail Trail (12 Miles) This 12-mile-long trail begins in Wolfeboro and ends in Wakefield. This trail is only open to bikers, walkers, and horseback riders in the summer making it a favorite among gravel riders. The trail parallels an intact railroad that is used only for recreational purposes by local rail cars. The trial also happens upon Lake Wentworth and Crescent Lake making your ride scenic and picture-worthy. DOWNLOAD Where to Ride If you’re looking for a decent place to ride your mountain bike or take a hike, check out our local trails, maintained by the city of Concord. Click on the link below to find a map of various trails that feature easy to rough terrain tucked beside reservoirs, streams, and deep woods. Whether you’re looking for a challenging single track or easy rolls, you’ll be well pleased by the city’s wonderful trail system. Friends of the Northern Rail Trail maintains 59 miles of crushed gravel trail great for biking in the summer or cross-country skiing in the winter. Directions to trailheads and trail maps can be found on the Concord City Trails website. NEMBA has many trails all around New England, including the local gem Bear Brook. A great comprehensive list of "The BEST Mountain Bike Trails in New Hampshire " ranked by Singletracks.

Participants with a variety of abilities will run/walk a 5K or walk a shorter 1-mile loop through downtown Concord while raising funds for Concord Hospital Payson Center for Cancer Care. Bike Valet PLEASE SEE THE ROCK N RACE WEBSITE FOR THIS YEAR'S DETAILS. Location: Merrimack County Savings Bank Parking Lot Drop time: Anytime after 430 PM Pick Up Time: Anytime before 700 PM Charge: FREE! (Donations appreciated) Avoid the traffic and parking hassles. Ride your bike to the race. Use the Valet and enjoy Peace of Mind. Visit the Rock'N Race website for more information

Contact CNHBC to learn more about our vision or become involved yourself. We’re also actively seeking qualified and enthusiastic board members, contact us to get involved! Contact Us Contact us to learn more about our vision or to become involved yourself. We’re also actively seeking qualified and enthusiastic board members, contact us to get involved! 296 S Main Street Concord, NH 03301 info@cnhbc.org Tel: (603) 228-1441

Help CNHBC advocate for more funding, stronger policies, and better bikeways at the city, county, and regional levels. Help CNHBC advocate for more funding, stronger policies, and better bikeways at the city, county, and regional level. SUGGEST A CAMPAIGN SUBSCRIBE JOIN THE FAMILY CNHBC believes that everyone in NH of all ages and abilities have the right to safely access healthy food, public transit, jobs, schools, parks and fun on two wheels. Through volunteer-led, grassroots campaigns, political endorsements and direct advocacy, the CNHBC pushes for protected bike lanes and pedestrian safety improvements so that anyone-from age 8 to 80-can safely explore their neighborhood, get to work or school and enjoy everything New Hampshire has to offer. For more information on how you can advocate for people on bikes, contact us . Are you ready to help grow bicycling in your community? Do you want to see your community become more bike-friendly and accessible? If so, check out our Advocacy Toolkit! This guide is broken down into two parts, Education and Advocacy. The Education section discusses cyclist rights, signaling, what to do in a crash, and how to host a bike safety clinic. DOWNLOAD NOW advocacy kit The toolkit will walk you through how to run both an adult and child bike safety clinic. The advocacy section focuses on the current NH laws affecting bicycles and how to create your own Call to Action and begin to see change in your community. This section will discuss our current advocacy focuses (Complete Streets, Bike Friendly Communities, and Rail Trail growth). We also provide advice and planners on how to create a Call to Action and an Advocacy Plan so that you can create positive impactful change in your community efficiently and effectively. We hope you enjoy this guide and are able to become an advocate of better bicycling for your community. If you have any questions or would like more information on how to become a community bicycle ambassador please contact us at cnhbc603@gmail.com Advocacy Toolkit DOWNLOAD NOW

Are you ready to help grow bicycling in your community? Do you want to see your community become more bike-friendly and accessible? If so, check out our Advocacy Toolkit! Advocacy Toolkit Are you ready to help grow bicycling in your community? Do you want to see your community become more bike-friendly and accessible? If so, check out our Advocacy Toolkit! This guide is broken down into two parts, Education and Advocacy. The Education section discusses cyclist rights, signaling, what to do in a crash, and how to host a bike safety clinic. The toolkit will walk you through how to run both an adult and child bike safety clinic. The advocacy section focuses on the current NH laws affecting bicycles and how to create your own Call to Action and begin to see the change in your community. Our current advocacy focuses are Complete Streets, Bike Friendly Communities, and Rail Trail growth. We also provide advice and planners on how to create a Call to Action and an Advocacy Plan so that you can create positive impactful change in your community efficiently and effectively. We hope you enjoy this guide and are able to become an advocate of better bicycling for your community. If you have any questions or would like more information on how to become a community bicycle ambassador please contact us at cnhbc603@gmail.com . Click on the picture below to access the toolkit. ADULT BIKE SAFETY CLINIC: PRESENTATION Advocacy What good are rad bikes if there's nowhere to ride? None at all! That's why it's so important that there are groups working to improve riding for us. Bike Walk Alliance of New Hampshire New England Mountain Bike Association Central New Hampshire Bicycling Coalition Granite State Wheel ers

Help CNHBC advocate for more funding, stronger policies, and better bikeways at the city, county, and regional levels. Contact Us Contact us to learn more about our vision or to become involved yourself. We’re also actively seeking qualified and enthusiastic board members, contact us to get involved! cnhbc603@gmail.com Tel: (603) 228-1441 296 S Main Street Concord, NH 03301 First name Last name Email * Write a message SUBMIT Thanks for submitting! donate Donate Now Help us make a difference First name Last name Email * Donate in the name of DONATE NOW Thank you for your donation!

Popup Bike Lane, Demonstration for Concord, NH on behalf of the CNHBC. The project is on hold until Concord City Council agrees. The Bicycle Lane Demonstration Project ON HOLD! SUBJECT TO CITY COUNCIL'S APPROVAL POPUP BIKE LANE SAME.pngSHARP Popup Bike Lane, Demonstration for Concord, NH on behalf of the CNHBC Popup Bike Lane Demo Popup Bike Lane, Demonstration for Concord, NH on behalf of the CNHBC Popup Bike Lane, Demonstration Popup Bike Lane, Demonstration for Concord, NH on behalf of the CNHBC POPUP BIKE LANE SAME.pngSHARP Popup Bike Lane, Demonstration for Concord, NH on behalf of the CNHBC 1/3 When: We need your help! We're at the mercy of the Concord City Council on their website, by phone at 603-225-8500, or in person at 41 Green Street Concord, NH 03301. Which ward do you live in ? Reach out today! How: Volunteers using tape, chalk, bollards, etc., and in consultation with City Engineers, will temporarily restripe the street. Why: A temporary installation to experiment with an alternative street configuration that promotes safe walking and bicycling. An opportunity to engage the community on the subject of alternative transportation. Questions, Concerns, Feedback: E-mail ConcordNHBikeLane@gmail.com Visit cnhbc.org/bikedemo Handout from 5/10/2017 Meeting Project Tabled - Concord PD expressed concerns about our doing this in conjunction with National Night Out. Back to the drawing board. Check back to this page for project updates and answers to your questions. This page was last updated on May 31, 2017.

Many cyclists do not know all of their rights.  There are important rules of the road, laws, and duties a cyclist must follow to be acting safely around vehicles. BICYCLIST RIGHTS Many cyclists do not know all of their rights. There are important rules of the road, laws, and duties a cyclist must follow to be acting safely around vehicles. Below, is a simple guide of a bicyclist's rights, rul e of the road, and motorist responsibilities. RULES OF THE ROAD 1. Be Aware Look ahead for potholes, debris, and hazards in the road. If there is a hazard in the bike lane, look behind for cars and shift to the left to avoid the hazard, and then return to the bike lane. (This is only if traffic is clear and it is safe to go into the lane) Be aware of approaching cars, pedestrians, and other moving objects. You are responsible for being alert and responsive to your surrounding. 2. Be Seen It is the law to have a white front headlight, red rear light, and one article of fluorescent clothing if you are biking a half hour before dusk or a half hour after dawn. It is always good practice to wear bright clothing to be seen by motorists. Wearing fluorescent clothing on moving body parts also attracts more attention. 3. Be Safe Before going out on a ride make sure your bicycle's brakes are working, tires are full, and chains, cables, and steering are all operable. NH Bicycle Laws Bicycles are vehicles. Therefore, bicycles according to the NH Law RSA 265:143 have the same rights and duties as operators of motorized vehicles. 10 NH bike laws every bicyclist should know: Use the cycling hand signals effectively and correctly. Signal your turn early and often so that there is no misunderstanding as to when and where you are turning. Yield the right of way to approaching traffic before entering the lane. Stop behind the stop line at traffic lights. Stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, pedestrians have the right of way. Take left turns from the outermost left turn lane if there are multiple lanes. Do not ride on sidewalks or the wrong way down one-way streets. Bicyclists must wear at least one item of reflective clothing from half an hour after dusk to half an hour before sunrise. All bicyclists under the age of 16 must wear an approved helmet. Ride with traffic. Bikes must be parked in high-traffic areas out of the way to not impede the flow of pedestrian paths. Motorists: Share the Road with Bicycles Every year, cyclists are involved in fatal bike accidents. Here are some tips and reminders about what to do when you approach a bicycle in your car. 1. Passing: The rule of 3,4,5 When passing a bicycle you must give the cyclist at least three feet of room. Three feet of room is needed when passing in a 30 mph zone, 4 feet is needed for passing in 40 mph zones, and 5 feet in 50 mph zones. 2. Road Signage and Marking to Know Shared lane marking indicates that a bicyclist may use the full lane. This does not need to be explicitly marked for it to be true. Bicycles may use the entire lane if it's too narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to share safely (less than 14 ft wide of a road) when overtaking a car, cyclist, or pedestrian. 3. Help Prevent Crashes: Keep yourself and cyclists safe Expect bicycles to use designated turn lanes and move from the right of the road edge to avoid hazards. Merge behind a bicycle if you are making a right turn. Yield to oncoming bicyclists when making a left turn. (Just as you would to a car, bicycles, and cars have to follow the same laws) Yield signs include yielding to bicyclists. Signal at least 100 ft in advance so cyclists have time to react.

Crashes happen in an instant.  If you or someone you know has been involved in a bike crash in the area please fill out the form below. Report a Crash Crashes happen in an instant. If you or someone you know has been involved in a bike crash in the area please fill out the form below. By reporting a crash you help us compile data and determine where more bike awareness needs to be on the roads. If your bike crash involved serious injury, another biker, or a car. Please inform the proper authorities. Click this link to fill out our crash report ! Thank you in advance for your time and for helping us make the bicycling community safer!