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Knoxville Regional Bicycle Program
"The Knoxville Regional Bicycle Plan envisions a convenient, efficient transportation system where people can bike safely to all destinations."
Bicycling is a great way to get around town. It saves money, improves air quality and is good exercise. The purpose of the Bicycle Program is to integrate bicycling into the transportation system. The program works with all City and County departments within the TPO boundary to implement the Regional Bicycle Plan.
Nationwide, communities are realizing they cannot build their way out of congestion. They must look to other solutions, such as transit, carpooling and bicycling. A healthy transportation system provides safe, convenient choices. Improving bicycling conditions provides alternatives for the increasing numbers of citizens who can't afford, don't want to or are physically unable to drive motor vehicles.
Bicycling is the healthy transportation choice. Regular exercise helps prevent heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, colon cancer, depression and many more diseases. Obesity has increased at alarming rates, even in children. Bicycling to work, school or for errands, is an easy way to make exercise a part of your daily life.
NEWS
Bike to Work Day
May 16th
Bike commuters can join one of several guided commutes, and can stop at one of two locations to receive tokens of appreciation. More information >> Street Skills for Bicyclists Class: Bicycling Essentials
June 14
8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Blount Mansion
200 W. Hill Ave. (between Gay St. and State St.)
Must pre-register by June 12th.
More information >>
New Bike Knoxville Blog!
Kelley has started a new blog to help keep you informed of local biking events. Check it out! >>
Bike Racks
Does your favorite store lack bike racks? Print off these handy cards, fill in the name of the business and sign, then deliver to the store manager. You can let Kelley know which business you've taken them to so she can follow up with the managers.
Knoxville-Knox County Bicycle Maps
Download or request a copy >>
Bike Commute Guide
Are you interested in biking to work or school? Check out our handy dandy commute guide for tips on clothing, cleaning up at work, biking in traffic, and much more!
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