Bike group speaking out after criticism on social media

If you were around Santa Cruz this weekend you may have seen a massive group of bicyclists riding around the city.

Hundreds of people of all ages gathered for a group ride organized by SE Bikes.

And while the ride aims to promote community and getting outdoors, some people in Santa Cruz say they had a negative experience when encountering the group.

Organizers say while not everyone in the group follows the rules of the road, they hope it does not shine the group as a whole in a bad light.

A smaller group meets up every Wednesday at the Lighthouse on Steamer Lane in Santa Cruz for a shorter ride.

They encourage anyone with questions or interest in biking to join them for a ride.

Santa Cruz police say they did receive at least one report from someone who encountered the group over the weekend.

Hear from some of the bikers on KION at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.