| Benefits of Biking to Work |
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More Washington area commuters are finding that biking to work is an enjoyable and economical form of transportation. As Paul Ryan, a lawyer at Clark Construction in Bethesda says, you get fit, get fresh air, and burn off stress. Other benefits include:
- Economic - It's inexpensive.
- Health - You can commute to work and stay in shape. A five-mile, one-way commute burns 300 calories round-trip for a 130-pound woman.
- Environment - More bikes mean less traffic congestion and less pollution.
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| Bethesda Bike Rack Locations |
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Click here to find a bike rack near your employer.
| To Bethesda from |
Distance (miles) |
Time (minutes) | | Cabin John |
4.2 |
20 | | Chevy Chase |
2.0 |
9 | | D.C. (Dupont Circle) |
7.1 |
34 | | Friendship Heights |
2.0 |
9 | | Glen Echo |
3.7 |
18 | | Kensington |
4.0 |
20 | | North Bethesda |
4.5 |
22 | | Potomac |
7.4 |
36 | | Rockville |
7.8 |
37 | | Silver Spring |
4.5 |
22 | | Takoma Park |
6.0 |
29 |
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| | Distances are approximate. Your exact starting point could lengthen or shorten your trip. Time is based on an average speed of 12mph. Distance is estimated by using the end destination: 7700 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814 |
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| Getting Started |
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If you are thinking about trading in four wheels for two, here are some recommendations for getting started:
- Try a practice run on the weekend.
- Find another person to ride with you.
- Begin gradually with just one day a week at first.
- Bike to the Metro or put your bike on a Ride On bus.
- Contact the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) at www.waba.org to help you find the best commuter route for you.
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| Equipment |
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You will need the appropriate equipment for bicycle commuting. Here is a list of the essentials:
- Bike helmet
- Lights
- Horn/bell
- Bicycle lock
- Basic tool kit
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| Metro and Ride On Bike Requirements |
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Bike-'N-Ride on Metro and Metrobus
Ride On Bike Program
For more information, contact Tom Robertson at TRobertson@bethesda.org or 301-656-0868 x30. |
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| Resources for Bikers |
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Ride the City-DC Metro
Bicycle Routing from Commuter Connections
Bikely
Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) |
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