Start Biking
- Contact the Employee Transportation Coordinator (ETC) at your company to let them know your interest in joining the Green Bike Project.
- Read the Project Rules (on pledge form)
- Complete and sign the Pledge Form and Liability Waiver; return them to your ETC
- Sign up and take a bike safety class as one becomes available
- Pick up your bike; if you are unsure of the fit, take it to any REI store in King County for a fitting
- Get a lock and a helmet
- Check out your commute route (a great source of information are the other cyclists at your worksite).
- Register your commute prior to beginning the Green Bike Project
- Start Biking
Here’s a list to help you prepare for your Green Bike commute:
Tools
- Multi tool: Topeak Mini 9 Multi-Tool
- Tire Levers: Pedro's Tire Levers
- Pump: Topeak Road Morph Pump with Gauge
- Tubes: 26x1.75, make sure you get the tubes with whatever valve stem your pump fits
Rain Gear
Lights
- Light for seeing: NiteRider MiNewt Mini-USB LED Bike Light
How to carry stuff
- Panniers: Ortlieb. They have many versions but this is standard. Ortleib Backroller panniers
- Rack/Trunk: http://www.rei.com/product/764699
Additional
- Rearview Mirror: Mirrycle Mountain Bike Mirror
Remember to Log In to record your commutes
