May is National Bike Month, and there’s no better time than now to dust off your bikes, join in the celebrations, and embrace the cyclist in you! Whether you’re a seasoned biker or just starting out, there are plenty of ways to get involved and show your support for a more bike-friendly community.
Why Celebrate Bike Month?
National Bike Month is all about celebrating the power of the bicycle and promoting cycling as a mode of transportation that’s not only fun but also beneficial for the environment and your health. By choosing to bike, you’re helping to reduce traffic congestion, improve air quality, and enhance your physical fitness.
How to Get Involved
- Go Biking: Simply going out and riding your bike can be a joyful and empowering experience. Whether it’s a solo ride, with family, or joining a community group ride, every mile cycled contributes to the cause and your personal well-being.
- Volunteer: FABB and other local groups will be hosting or participating in special events such as Bike to Work Day during Bike Month, and your help would be much appreciated! Volunteering can be a rewarding way to meet other cyclists, learn more about biking advocacy, and make a tangible impact in your community.
- Join Advocacy Groups: Consider joining FABB or a national bike advocacy group. We and our fellow bike organizations work tirelessly to improve biking conditions and promote cyclist rights. Your membership or involvement can strengthen these efforts and lead to more bike-friendly policies.
- Participate in Events: Look out for key events like Bike to Work Day and Bike and Roll to School Day. These events are not only fun but also demonstrate the viability of biking as a daily means of transportation. Participating can also show policymakers the community’s strong support for cycling infrastructure.
Celebrate All Month Long
National Bike Month isn’t just about a single day or event—it’s a whole month dedicated to the joy of cycling. So, challenge yourself to use your bike more often than usual, try new routes, or even commute to work by bike. Encourage friends and family to join you and spread the word about the benefits of biking.
This May, let’s pedal towards a healthier lifestyle and a more sustainable future. By biking more, volunteering, joining advocacy efforts, and participating in community events, we can all contribute to making our communities better, one ride at a time.
Join the movement this National Bike Month and help transform our streets into welcoming places for cyclists of all ages. Let’s ride together towards a brighter, greener future!
