April 2nd 2009: We have a meeting initiated by Roger Swanson with Santa Monica Community Services to discuss a response to the aggressive policing during Critical Mass Rides. Read all about it here. The main thesis was: Group rides are a unique tool to allow a reluctant and timid cyclist to increase his/her cycling abilities. They are a valuable form of bicycle encouragement. Support and sponsorship of city wanted. The city implement its bicycle friendly policy by providing bicycle education and organize, co-organize, support and sponsor group rides in the community.