
Raleigh has proclaimed May as Bike Month! The League of American Bicyclists started National Bike Month back in May of 1956. The goal is to promote riding, raise visibility of cyclists, and get more people out of their car and onto their bikes!
Grease up your chain, pump your tires, roll up your right pant leg, and hop on your bike--it's Bike Month in Raleigh! Enjoy the ride!
2012 Raleigh Bike Month Poster ![]()
More information about regional bike month activities.

Raleigh is launching a bicycle benefits program to reward bicycle friendly businesses and individuals and to promote safe cycling and sustainable options. Supporting businesses will be offering specials and discounts to cyclists who show their bicycle benefits helmet sticker. Go to any of the Bicycle Benefits Business Members in Raleigh to purchase your $5 helmet sticker, or go to www.bicyclebenefits.org.

We want to know about your commuting experiences! All profiles will be featured and eligible for prizes throughout bike month! Go to our Bicycle Commuter Profiles page to download and submit your profile today!

Friday, June 1, 6:00pm
Urban Design Center, 133 Fayetteville Street
Come out and see how the five winning artistic bike rack designs have transformed into real, functional pieces of art. You'll have an opportunity to meet with the designers, the fabricator, and our RaleighRacks sponsors. Go to www.raleighracks.com for more information.

Wednesday, May 9
The firstever National Bike to School day is coordinated through the League of American Bicyclists. Local events across the U.S will encourage childeren to safely bike to school. To get involved, go to www.walkbiketoschool.org

Monday, May 7, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Napper Tandy's, 126 North West Street
Join us for a night on the patio! We'll be showing cycling themed documentaries introduced by local film-makers and the classic feature film, Breaking Away. Films start at 7:45pm, so roll in early to get your food and drinks!

Tuesday, May 15, 5:00pm 18 Seaboard Avenue, Suite 100
Mingle with bike commuters and cyclists and learn about Raleigh's new bicycle benefits program!

Wednesday, May 16, 7:00am
North Hills, 4300 Six Forks Road
Celebrate National Bike to Work Week by joining fellow cyclists on a commute from North Hills to downtown Raleigh. An REI tech will be on hand and water bottles, water, power food, and REI coupons will be available. Helmets, waivers, and registration required. Go to http://tinyurl.com/2012pnp to register today!

Wednesday, May 16, 7:00pm
The Ride of Silence will begin in North America and roll across the globe. Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways. The Ride of Silence is a free ride that asks cyclists to ride no more then 12mph, wear helmets, follow the rules of the road, and remain silent during the ride. Go to www.rideofsilence.org for event information in the Triangle.
Friday, May 18, 9:00am
Halifax Mall, 200 Block of Lane Street
Join Triangle cyclists as we roll from Halifax Mall and enjoy a slow paced, short ride around downtown Raleigh. The ride will showcase the proposed location of the Raleigh Union Station and will promote cycling as a valid form of transportation. Flyer.![]()

Saturday, June 2
National Trails Day is a celebration of trails launched by the American Hiking Society in 1993. The event increases awareness about trails and recognizes the hard work and support of many people and partners, including volunteers, land agencies, and outdoor minded businesses. It's a day to introduce people to the many benefits and joys of trails. Go to www.americanhiking.org to find an event near you!
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