Exercise Your Commute
Walking or bicycling is a great way to combine exercise with getting to and from work. If you can, put on your walking shoes or bicycle helmet instead of hopping in the car. If you live too far away to bike or walk the entire distance to work, think about combining riding your bike or walking with riding the bus.
Are There Maps Available?
This Downtown Pedestrian Guide (619 KB PDF) shows the locations of convenient services such as restaurants and drycleaners, and can help you connect with transportation choices that support your walking lifestyle - public paths, bus routes, bike racks, and Zipcars.
Bicycle maps can help you determine the quickest and safest way to get to and from work while riding your bike. Check out the maps below to help plan your next ride.
- Bike Bellevue 2003 Map (1.8 MB PDF)
- Bellevue sub-area bike maps:
- City of Kirkland Parks, Facilities and Trails Guide
(425-828-1217) - City of Mercer Island Trails Guide
(425-236-5300) - City of Redmond Bicycle Map
(425-556-2861) - City of Seattle Bike Maps
(206-684-7583) - King County bicycle maps (pdf files) or call (206) 263-4700
What Resources Are Available For First-Time Riders?
Biking to work for the first time can be both an exhilarating yet intimidating experience. Prior to setting out on your first ride, talk with some experienced riders and plan your commute. Check on the links below to see resources that can help create a customized commute for you, as well as connect you with experienced bike commuters.
Cascade Bicycle Club Commuter Classes – Cascade Bicycle Club offers free classes hosted at your work site about biking to work.
Cascade Bicycle Club Commuter Message Boards – Online guidance about how to get started bicycle commuting, finding the best commute routes, and more!
Washington State Commute Bicycle Commute Guide – A Step by step guide in preparing to become a bicycle commuter.