It's time to dust off your bikes, pump up your tires and join your neighbors and co-workers in bicycling for work, school, shopping, recreation or training this May during the Sacramento region's annual May is Bike Month campaign. This is the twelfth year that volunteers, businesses, public agencies, and bicycling enthusiasts will partner to promote bicycling for all types of trips.

 

In addition to the health benefits of bicycling, you can also pedal to avoid traffic congestion, save money on gas, help reduce air pollution, and enjoy the beautiful May weather.

 

Participate by pledging miles at Mayisbikemonth.com, ride your bike for any reason and then log those miles on the website to earn virtual badges and a chance to win prizes. Challenge your friends and colleagues to a mileage contest on Facebook or by email. Or challenge yourself to ditch your car and ride your bicycle to all your destinations. "Like" May is Bike Month on Facebook (facebook.com/mayisbikemonth) to find out about events, post photos and receive bike-related updates.

 

The Placer County Transportation Planning Agency will be hosting a Bike to Work Day event on Thursday, May 19th in Auburn. Breakfast treats, rewards, and a chance to win prizes will be waiting for bicycle commuters at the Placer County Finance Administration Building entrance at 2954 Richardson Drive between 6:15 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. If you are looking for someone to ride with, visit Mayisbikemonth.com and select Pedal Pools under the Resources menu.

 

After you register for May is Bike Month, be sure to pick up your t-shirt at the Placer County Transportation Planning Agency office at 299 Nevada Street in Auburn.

 

Throughout the month, there will be weekly prize drawings; individual, group and employer challenges; rallies; awards; safety clinics and organized rides.

 

Visit Mayisbikemonth.com for information about events, a bicycle trip planner, and safety information for kids and adults.