Bike Month 2017

Your Guide to Bike Month in Baltimore!

Bike Month is celebrated in cities across the country and, simply put, it's a whole month dedicated to the tons of reasons we love to bike! From joining a group ride, to learning about Bikemore's advocacy work, or trying out biking to work — May is the month to join in! Check out the full calendar of Bike Month events here


Can't decide which event(s!) to attend?

Thanks to our thriving biking community, there are more than 35+ events happening — that means something is happening almost every single day of May! And we know, with so many choices it's hard to decide, so we thought we'd help you out: 


Which events is Bikemore hosting?

Some of the events during Bike Month are organized by us here at Bikemore, and lots more are organized by volunteers and members of our community. Here are the ones we're hosting — they're all great opportunities to meet and chat with Bikemore staff and learn about how you can get involved in making Baltimore a more bikeable city.

Bike to Market Day at JFX Farmers Market
Sunday, May 7, 2017 | 7am - 12pm | JFX Farmers Market
We'll have a free bike valet, raffle, and giveaways for anyone who gets to the market by bike!

Bikemore Annual Members Meeting
Tuesday, May 9, 2017 | 7pm – 9pm | R. House
Join us to review our accomplishments from the past year, get a preview of what's to come, and share with us what you care about most.

Cyclofemme Ride
Sunday, May 14 | 11am – 2:30pm
Join the women of Bikemore for a social ride celebrating all that is great about being a woman who rides in Baltimore, as CycloFemme rides happen concurrently in cities around the world. 

Bike to Work Day: Bikemore Maryland Ave. Stop
Friday, May 19th | 7am – 9am | Bikemore
Stop by on your morning commute for free coffee, bike safety checks, and a chance to talk about the future of bicycling in Baltimore with Bikemore’s staff.

Bikemore + North Barclay Green Community Ride
Thursday, May 25 | 6pm - 8pm | North Barclay Green Community Center
Join Bikemore and North Barclay Green Community Center for a social ride and celebration! Kids and adults welcome as this is a social, no-drop ride.
 

Why donate to Bikemore during Bike Month?

Just by looking at the calendar, you can tell that here at Bikemore, we do a whole lot with just a little! Throughout the month we'll be highlighting programs we run and projects we've worked on to give you an inside look at Bikemore's work. We'll share what we've accomplished with the resources we have, and how much more we can achieve with your support. 

Plus, we consider a member anyone who has donated to Bikemore in the past year — and all members will receive a free beer ticket at our Annual Member's Meeting! 


→ Be sure to check the full calendar for the 35+ bike events going on throughout May! And don't forget to tag us in your photos from #bikemonth events on social media: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram.

Bike to Market Tip #1: Carrying Groceries by Bike

What's Bike to Market?

Bike to Market mixes two important aspects of a thriving sustainable city: sustainable transportation and local fresh food. This spring and summer we're partnering with the Maryland Farmer's Market Association to make it easier than ever to ride your bike to the market — demonstrating the ease of doing daily activities on bike, the value of supporting local growers, and of course, the joy you can have doing it!

We'll have three Bike to Market events, each at a different farmers markets. At each we'll provide free bike valet so you can safely and easily leave your bike while you shop, and have giveaways and a raffle for anyone who rides. And we'll be sharing our favorite tips and ideas along the way! 

First up — we'll be biking to the... 

Baltimore Farmers Market and Bazaar (JFX)
May 7th, 7am - 12:00pm

The Baltimore Farmers’ Market and Bazaar is the city’s vibrant hub for a truly local and supportive experience. Drawing crowds in the thousands, bringing together vendors and customers from all over the state, launching small businesses, and providing good local food for the community, all make for an amazing Sunday morning in Downtown Baltimore.

And if you're coming from the North, a group ride to the market will be leaving from Charmington's at 9:30am! Perfect for folks newer to city riding or those just interested in traveling as a pack, and no need to RSVP — just show up! 


How do I carry groceries on my bike?

The best set up for carrying groceries depends on your bike, how far your riding, how much you're carrying, and personal preference. Here are a few of our favorite tips and trips for carrying groceries on our bikes.

 
Messenger bags and backpacks, that one you probably already have in your closet, work well for short trips and smaller loads.

Messenger bags and backpacks, that one you probably already have in your closet, work well for short trips and smaller loads.

Bungee chords or a net can help make sure you don't lose any veggies if you hit a bump in the road.

Bungee chords or a net can help make sure you don't lose any veggies if you hit a bump in the road.

Panniers and rear racks are great for larger and heavier loads, and for those times you get caught in the rain.

Panniers and rear racks are great for larger and heavier loads, and for those times you get caught in the rain.

You can use front baskets with or without a front rack, depending on what kind of basket it is, and they're perfect for carrying small loads.

You can use front baskets with or without a front rack, depending on what kind of basket it is, and they're perfect for carrying small loads.

Baskets that attach to a back rack are the perfect size for reusable grocery bags, and they usually fold down so you can always keep them on your bike. 

Baskets that attach to a back rack are the perfect size for reusable grocery bags, and they usually fold down so you can always keep them on your bike. 



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