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Join us at our Bike to Work Day popups – May 19

Spring (and first summer) has come early in Pittsburgh, just in time for Bike to Work Day 2023. If warmer temps don’t say we should be hopping on our bikes more often to ride around town, we don’t know what does! Bike to Work Day is the perfect time to give bicycle commuting a try, so join in the fun and bike to one of our AM or PM Cafés in four Pittsburgh locations!

On your way to work, swing by Oakland or Downtown between 7:00am – 10:00am. Later in the PM, swing by Sly Fox or Spirit for snacks and a happy hour drink on the house. It’s all happening on May 19th! Get the full schedule here and read on for more details on how to be a confident bike commuter and why it’s such a great choice to start replacing car trips on your daily commute to work.

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Why Bike to Work?

  1. It’s Good for You
    • Movement in your day is one of the main ways to complete the stress cycle and to feel good mentally and physically. It helps to clear the mind, as well as keeping our hearts and muscles strong! Activate your muscles, heart, and lungs as you roll through the Pittsburgh streets (and hills) with a breeze on your face.
  2. It’s Good for the Earth
    • Cycling is better for our Earth, as it reduces carbon footprints, reduces air and noise pollution, and cuts down clogging our streets with traffic.
  3. It’s Good for your Wallet
    • Commuting by bike saves you money in more ways than one! It’s less cash that you have to spend on gas (and we all know it’s not getting any cheaper), you’ll have less wear and tear on your vehicle, and parking is free for bikes! Save $$$ and the planet!
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Prepare for Bike To Work Day

  1. Be sure to have your route ready.
    • You’ll want to know how you’re getting around town, to one (or more!) of our Cafés, and to work. BikePGH’s brand new Pittsburgh Bike Map No. 9 is about to hit the streets! In the meantime you can see Map No. 8 here, or check out our video on How to Plan Your Bike Route! Knowing your plan will help you feel more confident and will provide a more enjoyable ride. Google Maps is also a great resource and usually has construction detours listed – be sure to choose the cycling option!
  2. Pack the things you need for your ride and your day.
    • Just like planning your route, you’ll want to check the weather and your schedule for the day ahead. Is it calling for rain? Don’t forget a rain jacket and cover for your bag. Is it going to be warm and full sun? Don’t forget your sunglasses, sunblock, and maybe a change of clothes for work if you think you’ll get sweaty. Planning to work from home the next day and need to bring your computer home with you? Be sure to bring extra storage on your bike or a bigger backpack to carry everything. Here is a helpful guide with tips and tricks for a successful commute.
  3. A-B-C Quick Check
    • So your route and your gear are ready, let’s check your bike! Check out this video for how to do an ABC Quick Check on your bike to make sure your Air, Brakes, and Chain are ready to rock and roll for your Bike to Work Day Commute!
    • No Bike? No Problem! POGOH is offering FREE 30-min rides all day long for Bike to Work Day! Here are some Riding Tips from POGOH.
  4. You’re Ready to Ride!
    • Strap on your helmet and cruise on down to one of our Cafés! Upgrade or renew your BikePGH membership and receive bonus gifts for supporting our mission to make our streets safe, accessible, and friendly to people who bike and walk.

Not a member of BikePGH? We need you to add your voice! Bike Pittsburgh works to protect the rights of people who walk and bike, and to promote the vision of making Pittsburgh a safer and more enjoyable place to live.

Support BikePGH – Get Bike Swag

Did you know BikePGH has 3,400 members? Join or upgrade your membership this May and receive bonus gifts when you visit us on Bike to Work Day. Sustaining Members provide BikePGH with a dependable base of revenue used to sustain our work in advocacy, education, and community programs. As a sustainer–monthly or annual–your contributions are ongoing and remain active until you say otherwise. 

Join us and support fellow bicyclists and pedestrians get to where they need to go. Not to mention, the bonus gifts, member benefits (save $$$ at local bike shops), and that awesome feeling you get from supporting safer streets for biking and walking.

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