National Bike Month 

We may have had a mild winter, but the weather was still a bit too cold for bicycling … unless you’re a die-hard, veteran rider, that is. But novice and veteran riders alike can celebrate the sunny, warming weather and participate in National Bike Month. 

Why bike? Because bicycling …

• Provides exercise for your body and mind
• Saves you gas money … and parking money, and insurance money, and car-maintenance money
• Slows your pace so you can stop and smell the spring roses 

Why not bike? We’re not sure, but just in case you are still hesitant, let’s debunk some biking myths.  

Get Behind the Wheel

Chicago’s Bike 2015 Plan  

The Bike 2015 Plan is the City of Chicago’s vision to make bicycling an integral part of daily life in Chicago. It recommends projects, programs and policies for the next 10 years to encourage bike riding as transportation. Learn more. 

Chicagoland cycling events 

• Cheer on our fellow Rooseveltians at Bike the Drive, Sunday, May 27
• Friends of the Parks McDonald’s L.A.T.E. Ride, June 30/ July 1
• Chicago Triathlon, August 24 to 26
• And many other opportunities for active transportation 

Resources

• Pre-ride safety tips and inspection
• Bicycle maps: Chicago bike maps / League of Illinois Bicyclists maps
• Bicycle rentals / Bicycle shops
• Suburban Chicago cycling information 

Have more questions? Looking for more information?

Visit rei.com for videos, articles and expert advice. 

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