Course: Bike Commuting 101
- When
- May 8, 2008 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Where
- Hostelling International-New York
891 Amsterdam Av. (at 103rd St.)
Manhattan - Cost
- Free
- RSVP
- None
- More Info
- Bike New York
- Notes
- No bicycling is involved in this seminar.
If you live within 10 miles of your workplace, bicycling is a great way to get to work. It's fun, great for your health, less expensive than most other alternatives, and is frequently the fastest way to commute. Presentation time: Approximately one hour.
Course Content
- Selecting a bike
- What to wear (helmets, bike clothes, being visible)
- Gear for carrying cargo, riding after dark, and bad weather
- Choosing the best route
- Parking and locking your bike
- Taking care of your body during and after the bike commute
- Co-workers' perceptions of cyclists and bike commuters


