This October, we're celebrating Metro Boston’s riders who identify as women, and the many more who are interested in cycling. Learn more about how you can get involved.
Every day, thousands of women living in Metro Boston choose to ride a bike - whether it be to run an errand, meet a friend, or simply get outside. This October, we're celebrating Metro Boston’s riders who identify as women, as well as the many more who are interested in cycling. We’ll be sharing rider spotlights, tips and tricks, our favorite routes, hosting a community ride, and more!
We're encouraging Metro Boston’s riders who identify as women to join us for a group ride along the Neponset River Greenway. Whether you are an expert cyclist or haven't hopped on a bike this month -- this ride is for all levels of experience.
Starting location: Mattapan T Stop station (found here, on the Bluebikes system map)
Date & time: Saturday, October 27th, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
About the ride: Join Bluebikes and Roxbury Rides for a leisurely group ride and networking with other women from the Metro Boston area. The ride will begin at the Mattapan T Stop station, and go along the Neponset River Greenway.
The ride will break for brunch and networking at Lucy's Tavern in Dorchester. After brunch, the group will ride back to the Mattapan T Stop station.
Bluebikes will be providing free passes to anyone that is interested in attending. RSVP for the event today*.
*Must RSVP in order to be eligible for a free Bluebikes pass. Helmets will be provided for all riders that RSVP for the event.
All month long, we'll be featuring women that bike Metro Boston -- sharing riding tips, favorite routes around Metro Boston, and more! Check out some of the spotlights below to learn more about women and why they bike in Metro Boston.
| Sarah Recently moved to the Boston area and new to Bluebikes. “I’ve visited the area before, but Bluebikes has helped me explore and discover new parts of Cambridge and Somerville I never knew existed.” Read the full feature, here. |  |
| Michelle Resident of Roxbury, and owner of "Roxbury Rides". “Roxbury Rides encourages Black and Brown People to use biking as a form of exercise, transportation, and fun! I teach people how to bike and I have various biking events in Roxbury and North Dorchester.” Read the full feature, here. |  |
| Jess “My advice to women is to stick with it because the benefits far outweigh the risks. I look back and wonder what my life would be like now if I had let my fears prevent me from trying something new and trying something that was more efficient, healthier and made me happier. " Read the full feature, here. |  |
| Mikayla Marketing Associate, Bluebikes “My favorite thing I have worked on since becoming part of the Bluebikes team has been our expansion events. I have loved being able to get out into new places and getting the community excited about this new transportation option." Read the full feature, here. |  |
| Karen “Don't be afraid! Biking around Metro Boston is safe and easy, just remember the Rules of the Road. Other tips I've found helpful: wear bright colors, reflectors or lights that you can attach to yourself/bag." Read the full feature, here. |  |
| Lindsey “Don't be afraid! Biking around Metro Boston is safe and easy, just remember the Rules of the Road. Other tips I've found helpful: wear bright colors, reflectors or lights that you can attach to yourself/bag." Read the full feature, here. |  |
| Erin “I tried Bluebikes for the first time in mid-September. I was tired of relying on other forms of transportation, so I walked down the street and purchased a ride. I was hooked! Riding Bluebikes cut my commute time in half." Read the full feature, here. |  |