Bicycling increases well-being by decreasing stress, boosting brainpower, and improving physical health. The League of American Bicyclists promotes safe streets, uniting communities, and creating a healthier planet with more happy people. National Bike Month focuses on the mental and physical benefits of bicycles.
During May, explore your community while biking with friends and family, then share your experiences using #BikesUnite and #NationalBikeMonth.
Biking Safety And Maintenance
Check brakes, tire pressure, reflectors, seat position and stability, and chain durability and placement before kicking off. Wear protective gear, such as a helmet, every time you ride. Children should wear appropriate clothing along with padding. Make sure socks, pant sleeves, and shoe laces aren’t at risk for catching in the peddles, chain, or spokes.
Take Bicycle Safety extremely serious and ensure your family is well informed before going on a bicycle ride. Review rules of the road and general bicycling etiquette with children before they leave the driveway.
Celebrate
Mild weather paired with clear sidewalks and roadways create the ideal environment for riding bicycles. Take a bicycle ride and share what you enjoy most on social media.
Typically, Bike to Work Week and Bike to Work Day are held during National Bike Month. Due to recent events, Bike to Work Week will be September 21 – 27, 2020. Bike to Work Day will be Tuesday, September 22, 2020.
The National Center for Safe Routes to School hosts Bike to School Day, which is a little different this year. In many places, school is cancelled for the remainder of the year. Social distancing is also still in effect. Check out how to participate in Bike to School Day and National Bike Month events this year.
If you participate in biking activities this year and become injured while biking due to someone else’s negligence, it is important to hold those liable accountable. Not only is it the right thing to do, it also creates safer roads for everyone.
The Merdes Law Firm has been helping injured Alaskans for more than 30 years. It’s who we are. And while we hope you never need us … We’re here if you do. ~ Ward Merdes
Source: “National Bike Month” by the League of American Bicyclists
