LET’S ROLL!
MARCH 2012 WEBINAR
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OVERVIEW
• This is how WE roll
• Bike Laws, Travel Time, Routing
• Bikes & Equipment, Safety, Cyclist feedback
• Valley Bike Month
• Resources
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THIS IS HOW WE ROLL! Tazmine Loomans
Matt Eisele
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•Commutes 9 miles each way •Glendale to North Phoenix •Cycling +/- 1 year
• Commutes around 5 miles daily • Office = coffee shops, parks,
client sites • Cycling +/- 2 years
WHY COMMUTE BY BIKE?
Taz 1. Saved $745 in 1 year
2. Avoided 295 pounds greenhouse gasses
3. Burned 41,600 calories
Matt 1. Saved $1,341 in 1 year
2. Avoided 531 pounds greenhouse gasses
3. Burned 112,320 calories
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THIS IS HOW WE ROLL!
Sources: 1. American Automobile Association, Your Driving Costs 2011;
2. www.ShareTheRide.com; 3. www.Livestrong.com
TIPS FROM CYCLISTS What’s the biggest advantage?
• One advantage is the smug feeling I
get when I bike by the gas station. I only have to gas up my Tahoe every 5 or 6 weeks! Steve B., 4.5 miles
• “More time for family/self by NOT having to go to a health club after I get home.” Brian F., 15 miles
• “It’s fun and keeps you in the present moment.” Mike S., 15 miles
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ARIZONA BICYCLE LAWS
• http://azleg.gov/ArizonaRevisedStatutes.asp search for “bicycle”
• Same rights and responsibilities as motor vehicles
• ARS 28-735 – “Three-foot law” – Motorists must allow 3 feet clearance when passing bicyclists
• Ride as far right as practicable. Move left to avoid debris, pass another cyclist, make a left turn, or if too narrow to share the lane
• Ride no more than two abreast on roadways
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MORE ARIZONA BIKE LAWS
• White front headlight visible from 500 feet & red rear reflector visible from 300 feet required dusk to dawn
• No “clingons”
• One rider per seat
• Parents responsible for their kids’ behavior
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ESTIMATING TRAVEL TIME
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“My bike commute is 8 miles and
takes me about 40 minutes. In the
winter I do it in my work clothes; in
the summer I wear bike clothes and
ride a more efficient bike.” Jonce W.
CHOOSING A ROUTE
• Ideal bike route is almost never the same as your driving route
• Practice on a weekend to gauge timing and directions
• Don’t forget parks, canal banks, green belts!
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CHOOSING A ROUTE
• Printed maps available to order or download at http://publications.app1.valleymetro.org/ - Regional, Tempe, Mesa, Glendale
• Google Maps – click the “bike” icon before you click Get Directions
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RIDE THE RIGHT BIKE
• Fat Tire Flyer or Road Racer
• Size matters
• Buy the best you can afford
• Bike Shop vs. Big Box
– Great AZ Bike swap April 14 in Mesa Details at www.azbikefest.org
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MUST-HAVE EQUIPMENT
• Helmet – Reduces chance of brain injury by 88%
• Water – Bottle or backpack
• Lock – Buy a good one
• Headlight & rear reflector – required dusk to dawn
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NICE TO HAVE
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Win bragging rights! Be the first to name this item and its use.
CYCLISTS RESPOND What surprised you about bike
commuting?
• “It became easier the more often I did it!” Brian F., 15 miles
• “I arrive at work feeling not exhausted, but exhilarated!” Maureen D., 13 miles
Beside your bike, what’s your most important commuting tool?
• “Panniers.” Mike S, 15 miles
• “A rack with saddle bags instead of a back pack. It lowers your center of gravity and is easier on your back.” Robin R., 6.5 miles
• “My light rail pass.” Jonce W., 8 miles
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SAFE CYCLING
• Ride on the right – with traffic
• Be predictable – Signal turns, act like a car
• Be visible – Light, bright, reflective
• Be attentive – No head phones or ear buds
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TIPS FROM CYCLISTS
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• “You don’t have to do your whole commute by bike. If you’re not sure of your abilities, pick a halfway point and take a bus or car to or from there.” Brian F., 15 miles
• “Don’t be afraid to start!” Jonce W., 8 miles
• “The right clothes make you more comfortable. There’s a reason for those padded spandex shorts!” Dawn C., 12 miles
• “Give it time, always follow the rules of the road - they apply to both motor vehicles and bicycles.” Eric P., 10 miles
“I leave a pair of shoes at work.” Reed K., 17 miles
WHAT ARE THESE?
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THINK INSIDE THE BOX!
• Bike lockers protect from sun, theft, vandals
• Lockers are first come – first served
• Bring your own lock
• Don’t leave items overnight
• Connect to transit – Go to www.valleymetro.org, search Bike Locker for a list
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FRESHENING UP
• Clean sweat doesn’t smell – Shower before you leave home
• Slow down last 5-10 minutes riding
• Ziploc bag + baby wipes + alcohol = instant shower!
• Consider driving to work and leaving clothes, accessories & toiletries for the days you bike
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• Rides
• Safety rodeos
• Art tours
• Classes & Summits
• Bike to Work & School Day
• Details at www.valleymetro.org/bike_month
VALLEY BIKE MONTH
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Events valley-wide, including:
• Wednesday, April 18
• Group rides in Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Phoenix!
• Details at valleymetro.org
• Contact VM Business Services to set up an event of your own.
BIKE TO WORK DAY
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• 15th Annual – Sunday, April 22
• Self guided rides to Chase Field. Design your own or join a group!
• Discounted D-Backs tickets support Rack Em Up program
• T-shirts, prizes, safety activities!
• Riders 12 & under walk the warning track before the game
GREAT BIKE CHASE
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FREE BIKE VALET! • Free, attended bike
parking at ALL D-Backs home games in April
• Summit at Copper Square, 310 S. 4th Street
• Selling and renting luxury condos in the urban heart of Phoenix - ask for a tour!
• Opens 2 hours before game; closes 1 hour after
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www.summitatcoppersquarehoa.com
• Register and track trips at www.sharetheride.com
• ANY cycling April 1 – 30 counts!
• Prizes include tune ups, equipment, Desert Botanical Garden passes, hotel stays, and
• Free!
WIN FREE STUFF!
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JUMP IN!
• Valley Metro: Valley Bike Month, bike maps, bike locker locations, lunch & learn sessions www.valleymetro.org, [email protected]
• Arizona Bicycle Club – Group rides, forums, newsletter: www.azbikeclub.com
• Coalition of Arizona Bicyclists – Classes, advocacy: www.cazbike.org
• City Bike Coordinator: Many cities have a designated point of contact. Email [email protected] to find yours
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