Thousand Helmets
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Thousand Helmets 🚴🏻
Our first choice for helmets at E Bike Tours LA is always Thousand, thanks to their insanely stylish designs and core values of Diversity, Sustainability, Community, Impact, and Integrity. We then discovered even more reasons to love them: their anti-theft guarantee, free accident replacement. And the fact that they’re a local LA company just 15 minutes away from us in Dogtown! To top it off, we found out they were founded by an incredible visionary, Gloria Hwang, who leads this Public Benefit Corporation (PBC) with passion. And the best part? They reached out to us on Instagram to lead a ride celebrating their 9th anniversary in business, giving us the chance to meet the amazing team in person. It’s safe to say, our admiration for Thousand has truly come full circle.
Jason 'Journeyman' Wise
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Jason 'Journeyman' Wise ↟
We confess we had a HUGE fan moment when we met Jason ‘Journeyman’ Wise, whose energy and eloquence is our North Star as he fiercely stewards LA’s ecosystems. A certified California Naturalist, environmental educator, and trail guide with a master's degree in public policy, focusing on environmental policy, Jason is a self-described “plant nerd” who helms nature hikes and foraging events here on the eastside of Los Angeles. Especially famous for his electrifying Instagram videos, Jason shares nature’s quirks and cool discoveries, secrets about local wildlife, native plants and hidden habitats, plant and animal ecology, Native American history, and our impact on the planet, good or bad. Making even the tiniest wildflower a star.
Palisociety Hotels
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Palisociety Hotels 〰️
We’re excited to partner with Palisociety Hotels, renowned for their distinctive, neighborhood-driven hospitality. Together, we’re offering Palisociety guests exclusive access to our e-bike tours—curated adventures designed to immerse visitors in LA’s vibrant local culture, hidden gems, and scenic landscapes. This partnership blends Palisociety’s commitment to authentic, community-focused stays with E Bike Tours LA’s unique, eco-friendly experiences. 🚲✨
Cycle City Bicycles
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Cycle City Bicycles >>
Meet our trusted team of bicycle mechanics at Cycle City Bicycles in nearby Glassell Park. Their commitment to meticulous maintenance and expert service guarantees that each of our electric bikes is in top condition, providing a safe, reliable and enjoyable riding experience. This dedication aligns seamlessly with our mission to offer eco-friendly and truly memorable urban explorations.
Yosemite E Biking
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Yosemite E Biking 🚴
Chris Van Leuven is exactly the kind of adventurous spirit we love! Not only is he an acclaimed rock climber and adventure journalist, but he also knows Yosemite like the back of his hand. His company, Yosemite E-Biking, brings that perfect mix of fun and eco-friendly exploration, making him the ultimate guide to help guests experience the magic of California’s wildest spots. With Chris’s insider knowledge and passion for adventure, he’s set to deliver unforgettable electric bike tours that blend Yosemite’s epic beauty with all the thrill of a top-notch, expertly-led journey.
Bike Talk
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Bike Talk >>
When LA Tourism tapped us at E Bike Tours LA to host UK journalist Adam Bloodworth for a series of rides exploring the future of cycling infrastructure in Los Angeles, we knew we had a unique opportunity on our hands. We wanted to offer Adam more than just a ride—we wanted to plug him directly into the heartbeat of LA’s cycling community.
So, we thought: who better to join us than some of the deepest minds and boldest voices shaping cycling culture here? We invited Bike Talk host and cycling advocate Taylor Nichols, whose radio show has long been a megaphone for bike activism and urban mobility. He reached out to Don Ward, co-founder of the legendary Midnight Ridazz movement that helped spark a groundswell of grassroots night rides and critical mass gatherings across LA. And we called on Jennifer Nutting, founder of Handlebar Bike Tours, who has built a vibrant community of bike tourists and urban explorers, sharing Downtown LA’s streets and hidden gems on two wheels.
What unfolded wasn’t just a series of rides, but a mobile roundtable—a traveling think tank on pedals—rolling through the city’s evolving network of bike lanes, river paths, and ambitious infrastructure projects. From the LA River revitalization to the new protected lanes snaking through downtown and beyond, this was a chance to unpack where LA is headed and how the city is (finally) beginning to embrace a more bike-friendly future.
Together, we swapped stories, challenges, and visions while pedaling through neighborhoods that represent both LA’s cycling progress and its ongoing potential. For Adam, this wasn’t just a tour—it was a deep dive into the human side of cycling advocacy in LA, powered by voices who have been on the front lines of change.
BIKE TALK is a podcast about issues of the day from the perspectives of people around the world who ride bicycles. Available online at biketalk.org and kpfk.org. New episodes Tuesdays. Live on Valley Free Radio Sundays, 11am EST, and KPFK Saturdays, 6am PST Broadcasting on FM and streaming since 2008 from our home station in Los Angeles, KPFK, our sister station Valley Free Radio in Florence, Massachusetts and Pacifica affiliates:
WNUC in Detroit, MI,
WGDR in Central Vermont, WBTV in Burlington,
KXCR in Oregon’s Central Coast, and
KCEI in Taos, NM.
Bike Talk Facebook Group
Listen to Taylor and Gavin here
