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For Bikers, Spring is their Season

May 02, 2024

Get Ready to Ride: Bike Month is Here!

Spring is in full bloom! The days are longer, tulips are popping up, and if you have allergies, you might be sneezing a bit more. But there's good news for cyclists: the warmer weather means it's time to get back on the road. May is National Bike Month, and there's plenty to be excited about for bike enthusiasts in Massachusetts.

What is Bike Month?

National Bike Month, established in 1956, is all about celebrating the joy of cycling, promoting its health benefits, and encouraging more people to give it a try. A key part of this celebration is Bike to Work Week, which will take place from May 13 to 19 this year. Bike to Work Day is on the Friday of that week, May 17th.

What's Happening in Massachusetts for Bike Month?

Massachusetts is a wonderful place to be if you love biking, and Bay State Bike Month, hosted by MassBike, has a full schedule of events to keep you moving. If you're looking for group rides or ways to get involved, this is your go-to resource.

Here are some of the events you won't want to miss:

Wednesday, May 1: MassDOT and Safe Routes to School are hosting Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day, encouraging kids and parents to bike or walk to school.

Sunday, May 5: National Ride a Bike Day. For those for whom biking to school or work may not be possible, jump on one over the weekend and join the fun!

Friday, May 17: Boston's Bike to Work Day is at City Hall Plaza from 7:00 to 9:00 AM. Join a convoy of cyclists heading into Boston from various locations and enjoy a free breakfast and coffee at City Hall Plaza. It's a fantastic way to meet fellow riders and learn more about biking in Boston.

Extra special plans for Bike Month

Throughout May and June, Transportation Management Association (TMA) Directors and Commuter Services Program Managers will be visiting member/client locations to host bike safety checks for employees and residents. We will be joined by our partners at Urban Adventours, Abby Velo, Landry’s and Quad Cycles. Check with your local TMA Director or Commuter Services Program Manager to find out when these events are happening at your workplace or residential building.

But that's not all! This year, Transportation Management Associations and private clients managed by TransAction Associates are hosting Bike Month Mania with the theme "Say Hi to Your Bike for Me." It's a fun way to celebrate Bike Month and connect with other cyclists in your community. Participate in our Bike Month Challenge by logging your bike trips throughout May and June for a chance to win fantastic prizes.

For more information about these events, check out the Bike Month Mania website and subscribe to the newsletter. Let's make this Bike Month the best one yet!

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