Outdoor Connections
Virtual Bike Month: Bike BINGO Cards
Published May 17, 2021
There are now three BINGO cards you can play. You have until May 31st to BINGO by completing five activities in a row – vertical, horizontal, or diagonal. Share on social media with #bikedaytonbingo to be entered to win a cool bike prize package.
Tips for using your bike as transportation, from Bike Miami Valley
Published May 17, 2021
Thinking about using your bike instead of driving can be intimidating, but Laura from Bike Miami Valley breaks it down and shares tips to help make the transition. Drive Less, Live More!
Wright Cycle Company, part of the Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
Published May 17, 2021
Park Ranger Ryan gives us a seek peek at the Wright Cycle Company located here in Dayton at 22 S. Williams St.
Bike Miami Valley: Bicycle Advocacy for the Miami Valley
Published May 12, 2021
Learn about Bike Miami Valley from their Executive Director, Laura Estandia. Learn more about how they advocate, promote, and create for better cycling, as well as how to get involved.
Braking Tips with Mike’s Bike Park
Updated May 12th, 2021
Mike from Mike’s Bike Park gives some braking tips to make sure you’re using proper technique and stopping effectively. You also get a sneak peek inside this awesome park which is a great place to be on a rainy day!
Family Bike Riding Tips
Updated May 12th, 2021
It’s family ride time! Randy shares some tips for a successful family bike ride for our 2021 Virtual Bike Month. Bottom line: It’s about the kids.
How to Reach Tadmor by Bike
Updated May 12th, 2021
Have you been to the “ghost town” of Tadmor in Taylorsville MetroPark? This location makes for a great trailside stop as you ride along the Great Miami River Trail.
Welcome to MetroParks Mountain Biking Area (MoMBA)
Updated May 12th, 2021
Park Manager, Randy Ryberg, tells you everything you need to know about MetroParks Mountain Biking Area (MoMBA). With nine miles of mountain biking trails, there’s ways for little ones and the most skilled mountain bikers to ride. Weekend rentals are available in case you don’t have gear. Visit our mountain biking page to learn more.
Bicycle Museum of America
Updated May 12th, 2021
Take a tour of the The Bicycle Museum of America with Museum Coordinator Ryan Long as he shares the highlights of this 800 bike collection. The museum is extensive as it includes an incredible array of bicycle history from early bikes for transportation, military, racing, recreation, famous bikes, and much more. It is located in […]
Link Bike Share Overview
Updated May 12th, 2021
Link: Dayton Bike Share has been providing transportation around Downtown Dayton since 2015. Chris tells you how you can ride a pedal or electric assist Link Bike on your next trip as you “drive your bike” around town while you Drive Less Live More!
