Walk into our Recycle & Reuse Center on Tacoma's Martin Luther King Jr. Way, and you'll notice something right away: LOADS of discarded bikes. That wobbly-wheeled mountain bike someone dropped off last week might become tomorrow's commuter bike, complete with a rack, fenders, and a basket. Those loose bolts, brake parts, and cables in our sorting bins are just waiting for their next bike to call home. This is the circular economy in action, and we believe it's a powerful forc

Why Voting YES on Prop 1 Matters for Our Community If you’ve taken a ride or a walk down the J Street Bike Boulevard, you’ve experienced firsthand what smart, community-focused infrastructure investments can do for Tacoma. What used to be just another residential street is now a safer, lower-stress corridor connecting neighbors from Hilltop and beyond to schools, local businesses, transit, and healthcare. The J Street project didn't happen by accident, it was made possible th

Everything You Need to Know About Washington’s E-Bike Rebate Program and Our Developing Lending Library. Big news for Tacoma! The long-awaited WE-Bike rebate program has officially reopened as of March 30, 2026 . With renewed funding from the Washington State Legislature, it’s easier than ever to get on an electric bike. At 2nd Cycle, we are hard at work preparing to support this movement. From being a participating rebate shop to launching a community lending library, here

We all know that feeling. There’s the moment of pure joy: the wind in your hair, the efficiency of getting across town under your own power, the connection to your neighborhood that you just don’t get from inside a car. But then, there is the other reality. The adrenaline spike of a close pass on a high-speed arterial. The "bike lane" that abruptly ends, dumping you into mixed traffic. The feeling that our streets were not built for us to survive on, let alone thrive on. We l

As we come to the end of 2025 and look ahead to what’s next, I’ve found myself feeling deeply grateful. Grateful for the people, the partnerships, the trust, and the countless small moments that, together, made this year one of real movement and meaning for 2nd Cycle. This year reminded me again why this work matters. Bikes are at the center of what we do, but what we’re really building is access, confidence, and connection. Everything we took on in 2025 was grounded in our b

At 2nd Cycle, our mission has always been to make cycling more accessible, inclusive, and empowering for everyone in our community. We love being a space where people can come to learn, share, and ride but lately, we’ve been hearing something again and again: “I want to ride more, but I don’t know where to find good information.” Whether it’s learning the rules of the road, finding a local group ride, or knowing where to start when fixing up an old bike, there’s a lot of inf

Before pick of winner of our employee bike build At 2nd Cycle, we’ve always believed in giving bikes a second life, whether through...

The New J Street Bike Boulevard is Here! We’re thrilled to celebrate a major win for Tacoma’s cycling community the completion of the J Street Bike Boulevard (Neighborhood Greenway)! This newly engineered, two-mile route stretches from North 3rd Street to South 27th Street, creating a safe, designated space for people biking, walking, and rolling through our city. Even better? It now gives us at 2nd Cycle a clear, comfortable route right to our door. Why This Matters If you’v

Bike Waiting to get built up At 2nd Cycle, we believe in the power of the bicycle not just as a tool for transportation, but as a vehicle...

From keeping our events running smoothly to making sure kids get to experience the joy of riding a bike for the first time, we truly...

At 2nd Cycle, we believe that bikes are more than just a mode of transportation — they are a powerful tool for building community,...

Everything You Need to Know About Washington’s New E-Bike Rebate Program (and How 2nd Cycle Can Help!) Big news for Washington residents:...

At 2nd Cycle, we believe in building a world where the joy of bike riding is accessible to everybody. OUR MISSION To demystify and...

Looking for fun in the new year What the Heck Is the Shitty Gritty? A Tacoma Alley Cat Adventure I’ve been getting a lot of questions...

As we step into 2025, we’re reflecting on the remarkable strides we made in 2024, a year of growth and impact guided by our 2024–2027...

I’ve been getting a lot of questions lately about two exciting events we have coming up at 2nd Cycle – the Kidical Mass Ride this...

Step Back in Time with 2nd Cycle's Annual Gala: Bike Stories – Pedal Through the Ages! We're excited to invite you to this year's Bike...

Summer Update: Celebrating Our Achievements and Looking Forward Hello, 2nd Cycle Community! We’re thrilled to share all the amazing...

At 2nd Cycle Community Cycle Center, we believe in the power of pedal-driven adventures to unite communities, foster camaraderie, and...

Spring has sprung, and with it comes a flurry of exciting bike events to celebrate the joy of cycling in Tacoma! 2nd Cycle is thrilled to...