Bicycle

Bicycle commuting is is a movement that is growing in popularity locally, nationally and internationally.  Commuters who travel by bike start their day off with physical activity that burns calories, wakes up muscles, sharpens mental focus, improves mood and leads to higher productivity – all while being lighter on the wallet and environment than typical auto-oriented commuting.  Philadelphia already has the highest percentage of daily bicycle commuters (1.8%) out of the 10 largest US cities, and are number 10 out of the 70 largest US cities.

Many people, however, remain uncomfortable about biking to work due to concerns about the weather, safety, physical fitness, or proximity to bicycle infrastructure (like bike trails).  Commuter Connection PA provides many resources to help address these concerns, and increase awareness of safe, healthy bicycle commuting practices.  On this webpage you will find maps, brochures, posters, blogs and links to helpful and informative webpages that will help you to get started with a healthier, more sustainable daily commute!

Posts:

Bicycle Infrastructure, Bicycle Safety, General Tips, Simplify Your Commute, Hot Weather Cycling,  Rainy Day Riding

Pamphlets:

Bicycle Locks, Types of Bikes

External Links:

• Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia – Philadelphia’s largest bicycle advocacy organization.
• Bike to Work Challenge – Greater Valley Forge TMA’s annual program to encourage bicycle commuting.
• Bikes Belong – National Organization that keeps you up to date on bicycle facts, news and information.
• Bike Score – Walk Score’s rating of urban bikeability.
• Commute by Bike – A fantastic resource for people getting started with bicycle commuting.
• BikeyFace – An artist’s humorous perspective on the trials, tribulations and satisfactions of bicycle commuting.
• People For Bikes – National bicycle advocacy organization.
• National Bike Registry – The best way to get your bicycle back after a theft.  Register Now!
• MapMyRide – Keep track of where you go and howmany callories you bur with this handy webpage/app combo.

Get started with your own multi-modal routine by filling out our  general questionnaire on Survey Monkey!

Wondering how to get to work via two or more modes of transit?

Fill out our Bimodal Commuting Questionnaire so we can create a personal commute map for you!