Bike Your Drive — Cycling and Bicycle Commuting How-To Advice

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Winter Cycling

The mercury’s dropping, but that’s no reason to put your bike in cold storage.

Tip #1 for year-round riding: Steer clear of cotton. Wear wool or synthetic layers instead.

Tip #2: Don't overdress! You should feel slightly cold before you start pedaling.

Get more cool-weather cycling tips from a seasoned bike commuter.

How-To Cycling Videos

Learn from the best as REI staff guide you through bicycle commuting, bike helmet-fitting and basic bicycle repairs.

How to Bike Commute

How to Fit a Bike Helmet

How to Fix a Flat

Bike Parts 101

Before you slide into the saddle, check out our interactive bicycle parts guide and glossary.

Cycling Facts: Did You Know?

5 reasons to bike your drive

The average person loses 13 pounds their first year of commuting by bike.
40% of all car trips in the U.S. are made within 2 miles of home.
60% of the pollution created by autos happens in the first few minutes of operation, before pollution control devices can work effectively.
Just 3 hours of biking per week can reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke by 50%.
The U.S. could save 462 million gallons of gas a year by boosting bicycle trips just half a percentage point: from 1% to 1.5% of all trips.

Information courtesy of Trek Bicycle Corporation.

Learn how we calculated
these estimates.

Download the Free Bike Your Drive iPhone App

Track your bike mileage, CO₂ offsets and more—in real time!

Download the free Bike Your Drive iPhone app.

The Pre-Ride Bike Inspection

Has your bike been gathering dust? Before you take it out for a spin, be sure to give it a quick pre-ride bike inspection.

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Expert Advice: How To Choose Commuter Bike Gear

Bike more, drive less. And be prepared for anything. That's the bike commuter's creed. From bicycle to clothes to tools, get ready to bike your commute.

Learn how to choose commuter bike gear.

Take a Biking Class

Learn from the pros. Many REI stores regularly host in-store classes where you can learn to fix a flat, adjust the brakes and more. Find a bike class near you.

To get started biking or polish your skills, take a class with the experts at the REI Outdoor School.

Get Your Bike Ready to Ride

Need a hand with bike tune-ups and repairs? Many REI stores offer bike shops staffed by expert technicians. Check for bike shop services at your local REI store.

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REI Bicycle Friendly Community Grant Program

The REI Bicycle Friendly Community Grant program—a joint effort between Bikes Belong and the League of American Bicyclists with grant support from REI—is helping communities nationwide to boost bicycling. From car-free celebrations to bike share programs, nonprofit groups are making life better for bicyclists. Read more about the REI Bicycle Friendly Community Grant program.

Commuting by Bike: The Green Bike Project

Imagine reducing car commutes by 60%. Novara Bikes and REI have teamed with King County, Washington to do just that. The Green Bike Project is getting folks out of their cars and onto their bikes — including award-winning, fully equipped Novara bikes!

Other cities and employers around the world are considering the Green Bike Project model as they work to encourage bike transportation.

Learn more about the Green Bike Project.

Take Your Dream Bike Ride With REI Adventures

From Tuscany to Vietnam, REI Adventures cycling trips are for cyclists of all interests and abilities. Enjoy great scenery and make cultural connections amid the camaraderie of a small, like-minded group.
See our 2009 cycling trips.

For active trips closer to home, choose an Active Weekend with REI Adventures. Each outing is a fun way to try out a new activity or reconnect with a favorite.