Clip on those helmets and lace up your tennis shoes. It's National Bike to Work Week, and San Antonians are gearing up to celebrate Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 16 across the Alamo City. Change the date to "this Friday" in the NL.

What's Bike to Work Day?

As the name suggests, the occasion highlights and celebrates alternative (and green) modes of transportation by encouraging locals to bike to work. It's part of a larger initiative — National Bike Month — which takes place during May.

Where do I ride?

You can ride your bike to work along a safe path, or bring your trusty two-wheeler to the downtown area to hit one of 12 Energizer Stations. Each station will offer educational materials, breakfast items, and the chance to win some prizes during your morning commute.

Looking to join a group of cycling enthusiasts year round? Give these local cycling groups a try.

Take a look at the Energizer Stations throughout downtown San Antonio. | Graphic by Alamo Area National Bike Month

San Antonio's approach to cycling

The city's Bike Network Plan — which was approved earlier this year — provides a framework for how San Antonio can improve its bike and pedestrian system over the next 20 years. The plan includes recommendations like adding protected bike lanes to East Commerce Street + Rhapsody Street.

City Council also recently approved the creation of the Multimodal Transportation Commission. The new commission will provide recommendations on policies affecting cyclists in addition to drivers, pedestrians, and transit users.