May is National Bike Month and that means it’s time for Bike to Work Day and the Team Bike Challenge. This year’s celebration of bicycling as a fun and viable means of transportation will be May 17. Interested in riding more than just one day in May? Sign up for the Team Bike Challenge. See adjacent story for more details.
By Jonathan Keller
Published: April, 2007
The work of countless volunteers will come to fruition as all nine Bay Area counties host commuters on bikes. Signing up as a participant in Bike to Work Day not only helps event coordinators measure participation in the event, it also means you’ll be eligible for the chance to win a bike or other prizes. No spandex is required — it’s perfectly fine to bicycle in business attire. So break out that old cruiser, pump up the tires, go to 511.org
and register for your chance to win, and get excited about riding to work on May 17.Energizer Stations
Placed at strategic locations throughout the Bay Area, and manned by eager and enthusiastic volunteers, Energizer Stations will be your main stop for handouts, free snacks and drinks and encouragement on your May 17 ride to work. Find out where energizer stations are by visiting 511.org.
Bike to Work Day is being organized by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the Bay Area Bicycle Coalition, local biking organizations and hundreds of volunteers.
Why ride to work?
• Saves money on gas and parking
• Zero emissions and no oil run-off
• Invigorating morning workout
• Reduces auto congestion
• Good for cardio health
• No sitting in traffic jams
• It is a lot of FUN!!!!!!!!!
