May 26th is the start of Bike to Work Week. Are you ready YYJ & YVR? Here is our best tips to get you out riding your bike in Style!

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ULTIMATE GUIDE
TO RIDING TO WORK
URBAN RIDERS

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The best tips and tricks to
INSPIRE YOU
to get on your bikes & ride
on to a
HAPPY,
HEALTY Enjoyable

3. Top 4 reasons
why you should ride!

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It’s healthy, fun & makes your
commute to work enjoyable

5. Fresh air is invigorating and a
side benefit is the exercise.
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No traffic jams and free parking.

7. Lastly, there’s nothing like the
freedom you feel while riding a bike;
you can explore the city and ride at
your pace.
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8. HOW TO
BIKE TO WORK
Have you discovered yet the sheer
joy and freedom you feel while
riding a bike? If planned right, not
only will you beat traffic
congestion, save money on
parking, but you’ll also arrive
happier, healthier and ready to
tackle your day.
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TOP MYTHS
ABOUT RIDING A BICYCLE

10. Cycling everyday is a normal
activity for millions of
people.
Myth
#1
Cycling is just for
sport

11. Ride your way!
Dressing for your
destination isn’t
possible!
Myth
#2

12. Myth
#3
You must Wear
unflattering rain gear to
keep dry

13. You must ride
everywhere
Ride your way!
Myth
#4
like a speed demon
while on bike!

14. So, you’ve got the bike

15. how to
BIKE TO
WORK
Now we need to get
you out on your bike
and here’s how:
✓ WHAT BIKE DO I NEED?
Ideally, you will want a bike that is
comfortable, has fenders, a chain guard
and a rear rack.
✓ WILL I NEED SPECIAL GEAR?
Dress for your destination. Almost anything
you have in your closet is suitable to riding
on your bike.
✓ HOW WILL I CARRY MY
STUFF?
First decide whether you would
prefer to carry a backpack or
have the bike do the carrying for
you. If you are new to riding,
panniers may be your best
choice. I personally enjoy the
freedom of having nothing over
my shoulder or on my back. I’m
a pannier or basket girl.

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BIKE TO
WORK
✓ DO I KNOW THE BEST ROUTE TO
TAKE?
Take a look at your city’s bike map or use
Map my Ride. The key to a successful
ride to work is to be prepared. Before
your first day of cycling to work find a nice
quiet route from your home to your office.
Ask a colleague or a friend to meet up
with you so you can cycle together. This
may help bring up your confidence for
riding on your own.
✓DO I KNOW HOW LONG IT
WILL TAKE TO RIDE TO WORK?
Understand the time it will take
you to get there and plan your ride
accordingly. Make it enjoyable and
take your time. Ride along quiet
streets and venture out for longer
rides as you become more
confident.

17. Final parting thoughts…
REMEMBER, you don’t have to wear
unflattering rain gear to ride your bike.
Just about ANYTHING you have in your
wardrobe WILL WORK on a bike.
CYCLING ISN’T JUST FOR SPORT so you
don’t have to cycle to work like a speed
demon. Take it easy, smell the roses, enjoy
and have fun!
Bike to Work Week is just around the corner; I hope to see
you out there!

18. Photo credits
• Slide 1 & 2: Note To Self
• Slide 3 & 17: Curitiba Cycle Chic
• Slide 4: Hungarian Cycle Chic
• Slide 10: Velo Family Diaries
• Slide 11: Bike Bike
• Slide 12: Happy Rainy Days
• Slide 2 &13: Ottawa Velo Vogue
• Slide 14 & 18: Amsterdam Cycle Chic
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