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Riding a bicycle in the Texas heat gets a bad rap! Pessimists predict spontaneous combustion for the outdoor recreationist upon contact with the afternoon sun, or warn of an unattractive transformation into a sweaty puddle of bad hair and permanent shirt stains after the mildest of exertions.
In contrast to the disbelievers, we at Bike Austin believe that being outside in the heat is no big deal, and we want to show the world that anyone can ride a bike on the Hottest Day of the Year. With proper clothing, hydration, and an open mind, we believe going by bike to the park, to the pool, a cafe, or for ice cream (esp. for ice cream) is completely do-able, fun, and preferable for cyclists at all levels. No training needed.
Please mark your calendars for the Hottest Day of the Year Ride and Benefit Party and save your spot here:
www.eventbrite.com/e/hottest-day-of-the-year-ride-benefit-party-tickets-12183664669?aff=es2&rank=0
Meet up at East Side Pedal Pushers (1414 E. 5th St, across from Plaza Saltillo) at 1:30 PM.
(www.eastsidepedalpushersaustin.com/contact.html)
Wheels down at 2 PM.
The 15-mile leisurely bicycle ride will include stops for:
swimming pools!
ice cream!
tasty beverages!
food!
Please bring water, sunscreen, water, goggles, floaties, squirt guns--you get the idea! Some beverages and treats will be provided, but please bring money for dinner and any food stops.
If you have to miss the ride, you are invited to attend the Bike Austin Hottest Day of the Year Benefit Party. The ride will end at the benefit party location, Alta's Cafe, 74 Trinity St.
(http://altascafe.com/hours-location/), where we are planning some special festivities for our supporters. Suggested donation at the door $5.
A growing number of people commute to their workplaces every day by bicycle. And on the city’s Bike To Work Day on Friday, May 16, they will be joined by Austinites discovering for the first time how fast, easy, and healthy it is to travel by bike from home to work and back.
Bike Austin is partnering with local businesses to set up “fueling stations” across the city to greet and educate Bike To Work participants during both morning and evening commutes.
The mission of Bike To Work Day is to attract new bicyclists to commuting while rewarding those who already use their bikes to commute. Commuters improve our community by decreasing traffic congestion and reducing air pollution. Cycling commuters also arrive at work in better health and more alert. This year’s event is going to be extra special.
For more information about a fueling station near you, please visit biketoworkaustin.org.
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