Winter Bike To Work Day This Week In Denver

DENVER, CO -- What would make you ride your bike to work in the middle of winter? How about 35 free breakfast stations with breakfast burritos, pancakes, coffee, hot cocoa, beer, giveaways and more?

Friday, Feb. 9 is "Winter Bike to Work Day" in Denver. The Denver Regional Council of Governments' (DRCOG) Way to Go program wants to encourage commuters to keep riding on two wheels all year round.

"If you're new to winter bike commuting or just need a little encouragement to keep it up when the mercury drops, this is the day to make it happen," said a statement from DRCOG.

Where can you find the breakfast goodies? Check out this map.

"Much like our summer Bike to Work Day, Winter Bike to Work Day is about raising awareness of the benefits of bike commuting," said Steve Erickson, director of communications and marketing for DRCOG in a statement. "During the winter months, you'll find that it takes just a few small adjustments to your normal bike commute to help save money, time and stress all year long."

Those adjustments come primarily in the form of clothing. A warm pair of gloves, a light wool hat and layering should cover the basics. If there's snow or ice on the ground, avoid mishaps by using slower speeds and maintaining an upright position at all times, especially when turning. Check out DRCOG's videos on How to Dress for Winter Biking and Tips for Winter Riding for more info.

Ready to give it a try? Commit to ride at winterbiketoworkday.org. The Denver region joins thousands around the globe taking part in International Winter Bike to Work Day, celebrating the money-saving, calorie-torching, stress-busting adventure that is winter bike commuting.

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