NORFOLK, Va. — May is Bike Month, and TRAFFIX Commuter Options, in conjunction with Hampton Roads Transit (HRT), is ready to help you learn more about the region’s cycling resources with events and activities throughout the month.
Take Your Bike on Transit
With bike-ready buses, The Tide light rail and Elizabeth River Ferry, HRT can get you where you want to go without the hassles of driving and parking – saving you money while getting exercise.
HRT passengers are encouraged to take their bicycles on any mode of transit at no additional charge. Every HRT bus has a bike rack for two bicycles on the front of the bus and riders can stow their bikes before boarding. For light rail and ferry, just walk on your bike and look for bike storage racks.
To learn more about riding HRT with your bike, including a video with step-by-step instructions for all three modes of transit, please visit https://gohrt.com/2024/04/may-is-bike-month/.
Bike to Work Week will be celebrated May 13-19, with Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 17. It’s a great time to get out of your car and change your commute for a day.
Learn About Cycling at Community Events
TRAFFIX is participating in several community events throughout May to encourage people to ride bicycles and get together with other cyclists.
Look for the TRAFFIX team at these upcoming events:
May 1: Fifth Annual Norfolk Bike Expo. Hosted by TRAFFIX and HRT, this free bicycling showcase is the go-to place to learn about cycling, trails, road riding, cycling social groups and all things bike-related, along with raffles and prizes. 5-7 p.m., Slover Public Library, 235 E. Plume St., Norfolk.
May 1: Proclamation Ride. Hosted by the City of Hampton, this casual, 5-mile ride leaves City Hall for a 45-minute cycle through downtown. 6 p.m., City Hall, 22 Lincoln St., Hampton.
May 3: Bike Night at the Zoo. The TRAFFIX team will be at the zoo from 3-5 p.m. prior to the family friendly, after-hours ride through the zoo from 5-8 p.m. Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St., Norfolk.
May 5: Chesapeake BikeFest. Grab your bike and enjoy 8 miles of paved trails and great family-friendly bike activities. 1-4 p.m., 1246 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake.
May 15: Bike VB. Come ride through the Virginia Beach Oceanfront with a self-guided tour riding through the VB Trail, ViBe District, and the Old Beach neighborhoods organized by the city’s Parks and Recreation Department. 5:30-7 p.m., Virginia Beach.
May 17: Bike to Work Day. With pit stops in downtown Norfolk and Portsmouth, 7-9 a.m. At Harbor Park ferry dock, Norfolk; Eastern Virginia Medical Center, Norfolk; High Street, Portsmouth.
May 17: Healthy Portsmouth Lunchtime Bike Ride. Annual 2-mile ride around Olde Towne and Park View to enjoy waterfront views and historic homes. Noon to 1 p.m. Ride begins and ends at Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion, 16 Crawford Circle, Portsmouth.
May 28: Norfolk Cycle Sisters Taco Tuesday Ladies’ Ride. Meet at East Coast Bicycles, 1910 Colley Ave, Norfolk, 6:30 p.m.
May 29: Social Cycling Norfolk. This event combines a bike ride across the South Norfolk Jordan Bridge with a ride on the Elizabeth River Ferry. Meet at Slow & Steady Bikes and Goods at 6 p.m., 2406 Colley Ave., Norfolk.
Win an Electric Bike from Pedego
Thanks to Audacy and Pedego Electric Bikes Norfolk, you can win your very own electric bike. Here’s how:
Visit www.instagram.com/gotraffix
Like the pinned post at the top of the feed
Follow @gotraffix @pedegonorfolk and @audacy
Download the ConnectingVA app at www.gotraffix.com
Comment on the pinned post and tag two people you’ll go on a bike ride with your new electric bike.
Must be 18 years old to enter. The giveaway sponsored by Audacy and Pedego Electric Bikes Norfolk will run through May 19. Winner will be contacted by the @gotraffix account to arrange receipt of e-bike.
Hampton Roads Transit’s mission is to connect Hampton Roads with transportation solutions that are reliable, safe and efficient and sustainable. Join us to be part of a winning team. Learn more about career opportunities at gohrt.com.
Every HRT bus is equipped with a rack for two bicycles.