Bike Trains

Bike trains are one of our favorite methods of commuting as a community. Bike trains are led by adults – one to lead the train and one to bring up the rear – as they accompany a group of students pedaling together to and from school. Whether it is a few neighbors gathering together or a larger group meeting at a central point, bike trains are an outstanding option for all ages! 

Benefits of a Bike Train

Here are a few reasons why we love bike trains: 

• You can skip the carpool line and reduce traffic congestion around schools.

• Studies show that children who exercise are more focused and do better in school. (need a good link to a study, I’ll ask Jackson)

• Students and parents who might be intimidated by navigating the route to school alone will enjoy the camaraderie and safety of a group ride.

• It’s fun! Bike trains are an easy and family-friendly way  to build and enjoy a like-minded community.

Commute Options can help school administration or a parents’ group plan a bike train to start in a predetermined location convenient to students. We will design the route so the train will pass by several “stations” – stopping places convenient for more students to join the train. 

Bike trains are easy to promote through flyers, emails, posters, and social media posts. Our resources are available to help you:

• Plan a route 

• Invite participants  

• Outline a code of conduct 

• Explain the way a bike train works

• Suggest what to do if a student lives too far away to join 

• List the train “stations” 

• Remind parents/students of the dates, code of conduct, and the route 

If you are interested in hosting a bike train, let us know! We’ll be glad to help.