Cycling Without Age
Free trishaw rides for seniors and people with disabilities in Davis. We connect riders with trained volunteer pilots to ease social isolation and share the joy of the wind in your hair.
Program goals
- Provide opportunities for seniors and people with disabilities to enjoy cycling in Davis. Connect seniors with volunteers to reduce social isolation (Ida Bryan Memorial Fund / Davis Community Church).
- Provide opportunities for volunteers (including bike-riding seniors) to offer rides to others. Make greenbelts and parks more available to people with mobility limitations (YSAQMD grant).
- Develop partnerships with Davis Senior Center, Yolo Healthy Aging Alliance, Yolo Hospice, faith-based organizations, Rancho Yolo and senior residential facilities.
Ride with us
Types of rides
- Intended for pleasure rides (not appropriate for appointments)
- Coffee shop · ice cream, yogurt or other treats
- Outing along a greenbelt, park, UCD Arboretum or other location
- See neighborhood holiday decorations
- Approximately 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., 7 days/week if enough volunteers are available
- Scheduled for 1-hour blocks of time
- Rides are cancelled for poor air quality, high heat or wind
Rider registration
One-time sign-up to register for the program: name, address, phone, ride preferences. Once registered, we'll contact you to schedule a ride.
Pilot with us
Volunteer pilots
No strong cycling skills are required — the electric-assist motor allows anyone to pilot the Chat. Training is provided, including practice rides, route recommendations, and working with seniors. Volunteer shifts are 1–2 hours for a single ride.
The Chat trishaw
Dutch design for safety and comfort. Two seated passengers with seat belts; footrest lowers for no-step entry, hood for sun and rain protection, and an electric-assist motor.
Part of a worldwide movement
Cycling Without Age began in Copenhagen in 2012 and now spans 2,500 chapters in 51 countries and 24 US states, with 3,500 trishaws, 35,000 trained cycle pilots and 1.9 million+ people served. Guiding principles: generosity, slowness, storytelling, relationships.
Read our impact story → · On a Roll: Davis Cycling Without Age →
Request a ride
For yourself, a parent, a resident or a friend. One-time registration, then we call to schedule.
Become a pilot
No strong cycling skills needed. Training and practice rides provided; shifts are 1–2 hours.
