Commuting by Bike? Come to our Clinic for Fun and Safe Commuting in NYC. Bike NY and Eastern Mountain Sports

Bike NY and The Bike Shop at Eastern Mountain Sports Soho Present Bike Commuting 101
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.

Bike Commuting 101 is an inspiring presentation covering the many benefits of bike commuting. While no riding is involved, the class provides oodles of information on ways you can make your bike commute more comfortable, more efficient, and safer. And giveaways! No pre-registration is required.

Year-round, our Bike Commuting presentation is available to work groups to help get employees started as bike commuters. 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

Note: No bicycling is involved in this seminar.