Santa Clarita’s Trek Bike Park has a standout piece in its Public Art Collection: Mike Burke’s “Trek Park Bike Rack – BMX Tribute.” Installed in 2023, this painted steel sculpture combines large BMX handlebars and a seat, doubling as both a functional bike rack and an ADA-compliant seat. The number 23 on the piece commemorates its creation year and the 50th anniversary of BMX racing, which started in Southern California in 1973.
Mike Burke, an artist from the Reno/Tahoe area, is known for his functional metal sculptures. As a co-founder of the Reno Bike Project, he integrates security and aesthetics into his designs, making his bike racks both practical and visually striking.
Watch the behind the scenes of Burke installing this dynamic piece at the Bike Park in this SCVTV video.