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The final Los Angeles Critical Mass ride of the year began under a sky that threatened to pour. News outlets warned of heavy rain, but our community showed up anyway \u2014 jackets soaked, lights glowing, spirits high. <\/h1>\n\n\n\n

December\u2019s ride wasn\u2019t just another route. It was a holiday celebration, a year\u2011end tradition, and the grand finale of 2025. Every ride of the year led to this moment.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Love hits different on two wheels.<\/strong> Couples bring the energy, and LA Critical Mass turns every last Friday of the month into the most unforgettable date night in the USA.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Even as the rain softened into a drizzle, a few hundred riders gathered at Western & Wilshire<\/a><\/u>. Cyclists came from all over \u2014 Los Angeles County, the Valley, the South Bay, the Inland Empire, Orange County \u2014 determined to close out the year together. Our sponsor, The Amigo<\/strong>, added to the excitement with a $500 holiday giveaway<\/strong>, with five riders set to win $100 each during our main break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At 7:29 PM sharp<\/strong>, our president Lisa pulled up in the lead vehicle, greeting riders, sharing instructions, and announcing the night\u2019s destination. Moments later, we pushed off into the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We were able to talk with our participants before the December 2025 ride while giving out our sponsor, Chargel samples. Many enjoy these Chargel gel packs as they fuel our rides.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Many families joined the last ride of the year 2025. The Amigo girls were also there passing out free accessories for all our participants,<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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From shared smiles to shared miles<\/strong>, couples bring the romance while LA Critical Mass brings the energy \u2014 together creating the ultimate date night ride.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Wilshire Comes Alive<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

We headed west on Wilshire Boulevard<\/u><\/a>, rolling through Hancock Park<\/u><\/a>, Miracle Mile<\/u><\/a>, and into Beverly Grove<\/u><\/a>. As we rode, the drizzle faded completely. By the time we passed Manhattan Place heading toward Wilton, something incredible happened \u2014 waves of cyclists appeared from every direction, joining the ride in massive numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What began as a few hundred quickly surged into a massive turnout.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With the rain gone, cyclists arrived in waves, transforming the last ride of the year into an incredible spectacle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Passing LACMA<\/u><\/a>, the iconic Urban Light<\/u><\/a> installation became a stage. Hundreds of people taking selfies stopped mid\u2011pose to cheer, film, and celebrate the endless stream of riders rolling past. The energy was electric \u2014 joy, surprise, and pure LA wonder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Camaraderie took over the night.<\/strong> The rain was gone, the mood was festive, and waves of riders pedaled together through the city.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Through Beverly Grove and Into Beverly Hills<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

From Beverly Grove, we cruised past The Grove<\/u><\/a> and the Beverly Center<\/u><\/a>, lighting up the streets with music, laughter, and holiday spirit. Beverly Hills PD<\/u><\/a> was ready for us as we entered the city on Burton Way, guiding us safely toward the heart of Beverly Hills<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The festive lights, decorated streets, and holiday displays made the ride feel cinematic. We looped through Beverly Hills, returned briefly to Wilshire, then turned onto Rodeo Drive<\/u><\/a> \u2014 a perfect backdrop for the final ride of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Smiles were on the masses at Los Angeles Critical Mass.<\/strong> The festive atmosphere lit up the night while we passed through Bevery Grove making our way to Beverly Hills.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The crowd was all smiles<\/strong>, the night glowing with holiday spirit as we cruised through Beverly Grove.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The Beverly Center<\/strong> rose ahead of us in full holiday glow, adding its own shine to the ride.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Main Break at Beverly Hills Garden Park<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Our main break took place at Beverly Hills Garden Park<\/u><\/a><\/strong>, where riders filled the entire space \u2014 bikes lined up, music playing, people resting, talking, and taking in the moment. It was a sea of lights and color, a community gathered in celebration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Midway through the break, we teamed up with The Amigo Girls<\/u><\/a><\/strong> to announce the winners of the $500 giveaway. More than 1,000 participants had registered online<\/u><\/a><\/strong> to be automatically entered \u2014 making this a successful giveaway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks to the work of our VP, Jojo<\/strong>, the selection process was smooth and fair. Using a random generator, he selected the five winners, each walking away with $100. After the announcement, we had time to talk with the winners \u2014 all of them excited, grateful, and thrilled to be part of the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Five lucky riders walked away with $100 each during our main break<\/strong>, thanks to The Amigo. Their excitement lit up the park as the crowd cheered them on \u2014 a perfect moment of celebration during the final ride of the year.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

West Hollywood Lights Up<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

After the break, we rolled out toward West Hollywood<\/u><\/a> \u2014 and the timing couldn\u2019t have been more perfect. The city was alive. The streets were packed with people heading to nightclubs, restaurants, and holiday events. As our massive group flowed through Santa Monica Boulevard<\/u><\/a>, the reaction was instant. Crowds spilled onto the sidewalks, cheering, shouting, filming, and celebrating as hundreds upon hundreds of riders lit up the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

West Hollywood didn\u2019t just watch us pass \u2014 it joined us. The energy was electric, festive, and unmistakably LA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Grand Finale: Hollywood Boulevard<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

From West Hollywood, we pushed toward the grand finale: Hollywood Boulevard<\/u><\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The moment our wheels hit Hollywood, the atmosphere erupted. Tourists and locals stopped in their tracks, phones out, capturing the endless stream of cyclists rolling through one of the most iconic streets in the world. The holiday lights, the music, the sheer size of the ride \u2014 it all came together in a moment of pure joy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hollywood Boulevard became a celebration in motion. Riders cheering, spectators waving, cameras flashing, and the city itself becoming part of the ride. It was the perfect ending to the final Critical Mass of the year \u2014 a night where the community, the streets, and the spirit of LA all aligned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back to Koreatown: Closing Out the Year Together<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

From Hollywood Boulevard, we made our way back to Koreatown<\/u><\/a> \u2014 the heart of Los Angeles Critical Mass and our home base. The ride through the city felt lighter, warmer, almost glowing. The rain was long gone, the streets were alive, and the energy of the night carried us all the way back to where it began.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we rolled into Koreatown, riders gathered around our team and staff, offering thanks, high\u2011fives, and heartfelt appreciation. It was a festive, emotional moment \u2014 a community recognizing the work, dedication, and passion that goes into making each ride possible. For many, this wasn\u2019t just the end of a route. It was the closing chapter of a year filled with movement, connection, and unforgettable memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The December ride wasn\u2019t just a finale. It was a celebration of everyone who showed up, supported, volunteered, rode, blocked, led, and believed in what Critical Mass stands for. It was a reminder that this movement is built by the people who ride it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And as the night came to a close in Koreatown, one thing was clear:
Los Angeles Critical Mass is stronger than ever \u2014 and 2026 is going to be legendary.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

*New pictures will be updated soon within this article as we took a lot!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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God bless Los Angeles<\/strong>, God bless our riders<\/strong>, and may God bless America<\/strong> \u2014 the country that gives us the freedom to ride together in unity and celebration. Happy New Year!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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We are Los Angeles Critical Mass! <\/strong>The largest community bicycle ride in the USA! 2026 here we come as we take #LACriticalmass<\/strong> to the next level! Stay posted for our upcoming CM-Magazine. Featuring all Critical Masses worldwide and all the local and global bike crews\/ clubs that makes it all happen! Stay tuned! Will be available online and in print!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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