Our Mission
Bike to the Sea connects communities to the Northern Strand Trail.
Our Vision
Bike to the Sea envisions a culture of care and respect for The Northern Strand Trail, the cities and towns and neighborhood it serves, and for the people of all ages and abilities who wish to use it for transportation, recreation, and joyful outdoor experiences.
History of Community Trail Creation and Advocacy
One of the first bicycle trips made in the 1890’s by the Malden Bicycle Club was to Revere Beach. 100 years later Bike to the Sea continues the tradition, but has extended its mission to provide a shared-use space for all types of activities. Founded in 1993, Bike to the Sea, Inc. (B2C) is a charitable, non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation that promotes bicycling and bicycle safety in communities north of Boston, including Melrose, Medford, Everett, Malden, Revere, Saugus, and Lynn.
The Northern Strand Trail runs along the former route of the Saugus Branch Railroad, which operated passenger service from 1853 to 1958. It is 11.5 miles in length. Currently, the trail begins behind the Encore casino in Everett and one day it will go all the way to Assembly Row in Somerville and onto Boston. It heads north to Malden, then east, the trail travels past the locations of the old Maplewood and Linden rail stations to the spectacular vistas of Rumney Marsh in North Revere and Saugus and ends at the Lynn waterfront. In near the future, it will further extend to Nahant Beach by use of a separated cycle track.
Comprised of over 200 members, B2C holds regular social and pleasure rides to destinations such as Revere Beach and Nahant Beach. The largest ride of the year is “Bike to the Sea” held at the end of June. Over 100 families and friends join us for a ride to the beach escorted by local bicycle police. Funds raised at B2C Day have been donated to develop a preliminary design and cost estimate for the community trail and an aerial survey as well as for ongoing maintenance and advocacy. B2C volunteers regularly participate in local bicycle fairs held by the schools, Junior Police and the Kiwanis. Members also promote safer streets for bicyclists, better parking at MBTA stations and bicycle commuting to Boston. B2C works with MassBike, Rails to Trails and East Coast Greenway.
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Our Bike Kitchen
With an opening in the Spring of 2024, The B2C Bike Kitchen is a community space that holds weekly “shop hours” to provide people with bike stands, tools, and cheap or free spare parts to fix their bikes. One or more volunteers staff the shop hours to keep track of tools and equipment and offer pointers. We also provide refurbished adult and children’s bicycles upon availability. Located at 158 Canal St. in Malden.
Latest News
- We Want to Hear From You for Design Upgrades to the B2C Bike Kitchen!
Take the B2C Bike Kitchen Seating and Landscaping Design Visioning Survey! Through a generous Arts and Architecture grant from Association EBN, the B2C Bike Kitchen located in Malden, is looking to engage the community in - We are a 2026 MassTrails Grant Program Grantee!
Bike to the Sea received a $19,307 MassTrails grant to create a wayfinding and safety signage plan for the Northern Strand Trail, improving navigation, trail access, and safety from Everett to Nahant Beach. - New Golden Gears Program catered to riders ages 50+
Exciting news! 🚲 With support from AARP’s Community Challenge Flagship Grant, MassDOT is launching Golden Gears—a new bikeshare education and activation program designed to help adults ages 50+ feel confident using bikeshare across the Commonwealth. - B2C Bike Kitchen Closure
The Bike Kitchen will remain CLOSED July 1-4 due to the Extreme Heat Warning in place. We plan to reopen it again on Wednesday, July 8th at 5pm. - B2C Bike Kitchen in Operation this week!
Bring your bicycle down to the B2C Bike Kitchen this Wednesday, 6/3 or Thursday, 6/4 from 5pm to 8pm or Saturday, 6/6, from 10am to 1pm, conveniently located on the Northern Strand Trail at 158
