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Dykes on Bikes: Women bikers made a bold move 50 years ago, changing Pride parades forever
By Karina Nova at ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC)
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
When the San Francisco Pride Parade kicks off Sunday, Dykes on Bikes will be at the front, just like they have been for the past 50 years after a group of women made a bold move.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The presence of Dykes on Bikes at the front of the San Francisco Pride Parade is a testament to the city's history of embracing diversity and promoting inclusivity. For five decades, this group of women bikers has been a staple of the parade, and their bold move 50 years ago paved the way for future generations of LGBTQ+ individuals to express themselves freely. As the city continues to evolve, the legacy of Dykes on Bikes remains a powerful symbol of the progress that has been made, and the work that still needs to be done, in the pursuit of equality and acceptance. The fact that they will once again lead the parade on Sunday is a reminder of the significant role that San Francisco has played, and continues to play, in the LGBTQ+ rights movement, and the city's commitment to providing a platform for marginalized voices to be heard.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 News (KGO-TV, ABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? When the San Francisco Pride Parade kicks off Sunday, Dykes on Bikes will be at the front, just like they have been for the past 50 years after a group of women made a bold move.
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