Turn Your Commute Into Something You Actually Enjoy
What if your commute didn’t feel like a chore? For Week 2, we’re challenging you to Bike to Work or School and share your ride with a selfie that shows how biking can transform everyday travel.
Why It Matters
Biking to work or school isn’t just good for you, it’s good for your community.
- It improves health and reduces disease risk
- Saves money on gas and parking
- Reduces traffic congestion and emissions
In fact, regular bike commuting can significantly reduce risks of serious illnesses and improve overall fitness (bicycle.org). Biking shows demand for biking so keep on pedaling.
Protected bike lanes and connected networks can increase cycling rates dramatically, some studies show up to 1.8x higher ridership where protected lanes are installed. (Nature)
Plan Your Route
If you dont have a route planned, reach out to GMTMA, we can help get you moving. You can check out these maps to help with route planning too.
👉 https://gmtma.org/biking/
Look for:
- Bike lanes
- Trails
- Lower-traffic streets
A good route can make all the difference in how safe and comfortable your ride feels.
Ride Smart, Ride Safe
When biking in traffic: Being visible and predictable is critical.
- Follow the same rules as drivers
- Ride in the same direction as traffic
- Use hand signals
- Stay visible with lights and bright clothing
Show Us Your Commute 📸
Take a selfie:
- At your workplace or school
- On your route
- With your bike parked and ready
Upload your photos here: https://gmtma.org/biking/bike-month/upload/
Your photo helps tell a bigger story: biking isn’t just recreational, it’s a real transportation option worth investing in.