Chicago is one of the most bicycle friendly cities in the US.

Every summer, the Mayor’s Office of Special Events holds Bike to Work Week. Check out all the events and activities of Bike to Work Week. One of the highlights of the week is the Bike to Work Challenge. You don’t have to live or work in Chicago to participate.

I’d be willing to bet that many of you live within a few easy miles from your workplace and you’re a perfect candidate to give it a shot. Go at a nice easy pace and you’ll arrive refreshed but not all sweaty. Bring your clothes in a backpack or alternate driving and riding days and bring your clothes the day before. Here’s a great guide to help you learn how to bring your clothes and make sure they look good, arrive fresh and sharp, and even how to avoid the dreaded helmet hair. The Bolingbrook Park District has even put together this map outlining the bike trails, paths, and bike friendly streets in the area.

You can even get your coworkers involved and challenge them to accumulate miles and riding days. You can also get your workplace into the Bike to Work Challenge. It’s free.

If you give it a try, let me know how you did.

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