Bike Month

Happy Friday, Cola. Did you know that May is National Bike Month? Next month, try biking to work, a park, or even to a baseball game. Not only does it save you money + serve as a healthy alternative to driving (and healthy for the environment), but it is also a great way to explore new parts of Cola.

To kick-off the month and get the community involved, the City of Columbia is hosting events with local partners around town for the entire month. There are events for every type of rider, so you won’t need to be Lance Armstrong to take part in these rides. 🚲

Here are some National Bike Month #MustDos:

Bike Month Kick-off + Sprocket Launch | May 1 | 6 p.m. |📍 Cola Town Bike Collective, 711 Elmwood Ave. | Start National Bike Month off right at the city’s kick-off, where the Sprocket app for local bike routes will launch.

Tour de Taco | May 5 | 5-7 p.m. |📍 Cycle Center, 1001 Harden St. | Celebrate Cinco de Mayo + burn off the extra margarita calories by joining a bike ride with stops at local restaurants.

CycloFemme | May 12 | 12-3 p.m. |📍 7601 St Andrews Rd. | It’s Mother’s Day and Global Women’s Bike Day. Celebrate with a guided bike tour for female riders, open to all ages.

Preservation Bike Ride | May 19 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. |📍 Washington and Main St. | Local preservationists will lead a tour through downtown Columbia while discussing the history + planning of the city.

Bike, Bowl, Bocce + Beer | May 22 | 6 p.m. |📍 The Grand, 1621 Main St. | Ride to Main St. with friends and enjoy a night with fun games.

Mayor’s Bike Ride | May 29 | 7 p.m. |📍 City Hall, 1727 Main St. | Join the Mayor and City of Columbia staff to ride through the city + discuss new street designs and bike planning.

Bike to a Ball Game | May 31 | 6 p.m. |📍 S.C. State House North Lawn | Avoid trying to find a parking spot at Segra Park by riding there. The first 25 riders who arrive get free berm seats.

See the full list of events here + read these safety tips for beginners.

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