Bike to Work

Bike to Work is a campaign led by the League of American Bicyclists and Shimano. In the Shimano commuter challenge, a veteran bike commuter brings a rookie along for a day and submits a story about the experience for a chance to win two new Shimano bikes. The Bike to Work website contains an array of information, including:

• Which Bike is Right for Me: this section explains the pros and cons of commuter, road, mountain and lifestyle bicycles to inform individuals who are considering purchasing a bicycle.
• Participating Cities: find out if your city participates in Bike to Work events
• Commuting Information: learn basic information about hydration and nutrition, the rules of the road, route selection and services provided by your local bike shop.

Shimano and the League of American Bicyclists have also created a bicycle commuter manual, The Bicycle Commuter Manual: the How's, Why's, and Simple Pleasures of the Two-Wheeled Commute. The guide covers bicycling benefits, selection, clothing and hygiene issues and suggests a number of other resources. Visit the Bike to Work website for more information.