Bicycling
A Healthier Commute
Bicycling is an efficient, low-cost commute alternative that increases safety, improves health, relieves traffic congestion, and reduces pollution. Biking is good for both you and your community!
Commute.org provides a variety of services and programs to support bicyclists:
- $100 reward for bicycling to work
- free bike safety workshops
- coverage of bicylists under the Guaranteed Ride Home program
We also celebrate National Bike Month throughout May, with Bike to Work Day (changed to Bike to Wherever Days for September 2020) and the month-long Bay Area Bike Challenge on the Love to Ride Platform*. Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition and San Francisco Bicycle Coalition offer plenty of resources, programs, and events to support bicycling in the region.
*These events have been rescheduled due to COVID-19. We look forward to celebrating Bike to Wherever Days in September 2020.
Spring 2020 Bicycle Education Webinar Series
Commute.org partnered with Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition (SVBC) to produce a 5-week series of webinars focused on bicycling. The experts at SVBC offered valuable information on topics such as safety tips and bike commuting to help you feel more confident as a rider. Check out the recordings below if you were unable to join us.
April 22: Bike Safety and Rules of the Road
April 29: Finding the Best Bike for You - Tips for Any Budget
May 6: Bike Commuting
May 13: Family Biking - How to Bike Safely with Adults and Kids of Any Age
May 20: How to Haul Anything by Bike
Other Resources:
San Mateo County bike maps
"Biking in San Mateo County" English & Spanish brochure (courtesy of County of San Mateo Office of Sustainability)
"Safe Bicycling in San Mateo County " handbook
511.org bicycle access guide