LACM | Voices of the Ride

Amplifying the voices of our cyclists, participants, advocates, and local artists who contribute to the spirit of cycling in L.A. Through interviews and stories, our participants share their experiences with cycling and the impact of Los Angels Critical Mass on their lives.

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From Ragtag to Respected: The Journey of L.A. Critical Mass

In 1995, Los Angeles Critical Mass began as a loose, passionate group of cyclists reclaiming the streets with joy, defiance, and unity—riding for recognition, and for liberation. There was no leadership. No structure. Just a...

Voices of the Ride: Napo

Napoleon "Napo" is a legendary figure in the Los Angeles Critical Mass community, riding LACM since 1999 and serving as a dedicated ride marshal from the early 2000's. With roots in cycling that trace back...

Voices of the Ride: 306 Cycling

The discussion highlighted their passion for cycling, their role as volunteers during Critical Mass events, and emphasizing the importance of safety and community engagement. The crew members spoke about their love for exploring the...

Voices of the Ride: Lit Riderz

This vibrant bike club has made a significant impact across Southern California. Captivating audiences with their unique dazzling LED light show while entertaining thousands of cyclists with music as DJ's on wheels.

Voices of the Ride: The Kim Brothers

The Kim Brothers are a vital part of the Los Angeles Critical Mass community, providing essential back-end support at every event. Above is a video featuring Peter Kim, one of the twin Kim brothers, as...

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The Champion Ride: November 2025 we rode 28 miles

November’s Critical Mass became the motherlode of all LA Critical Mass rides—28 miles of endurance, community, and celebration across metro Los Angeles. Spanning 28 miles across metro Los Angeles, November’s Critical Mass became the motherlode...

Los Angeles Critical Mass is riding to the San Fernando Valley

This Friday, Los Angeles Critical Mass is rolling deep once again — this time heading north into the San Fernando Valley.

Rolling With Heart: LA Critical Mass Lights Up Halloween October 2025

Uniting community, creativity, and compassion on Halloween wheels In a powerful show of unity and compassion, riders departed from our Koreatown meetup point and pedaled en masse to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, transforming the city...

Los Angeles Critical Mass: September 26th, 2025 Ride Recap

A Night of Unity, Heritage, and Motion On Friday, September 26th, Los Angeles Critical Mass gathered once again to celebrate movement, community, and culture—this time in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month. The evening began...