Biking-Walking

Biking and Walking Resources

• Bicycling the Scenic Byways of the Adirondack North Country
• Herkimer-Oneida Counties Transportation Council Bicycle and Pedestrian Tail Network Guide
• NY State Bicycle Touring Routes
• Parks and Trails New York
• TrailLink by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy
• The Pedestrian and Bicycle Information Center (PBIC) is a national clearinghouse of pedestrian and bicycle information about health and safety, engineering, advocacy, education, enforcement, access and mobility.
• Bicyclesafe.com features tips on how to avoid being hit while biking.
• Bicycle Riding for Boomers offers “tons of advice on bicycling from a boomer’s perspective.”
• Utica Bike Rescue promotes bicycling as an effective and sustainable form of transportation and as a cornerstone of a clean, healthy, and safe community.  They provide refurbished bicycles, bicycle safety, and bicycle maintenance programs focusing on children, students, refugees, and households with lower incomes.

Walking Benefits

Walking is the simplest way to get around. It’s unexpensive, pollution-free, and great exercise!

How many times do you get in a car to go somewhere that is less than ½ mile away? If you can’t walk all the way to work or to the store, perhaps you could you drive part-way and walk the rest of the way. Take a few extra minutes, walk, and help yourself and the planet!

Bicycling Benefits

Cycling is a healthy exercise that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, it is a low-cost, convenient way to get around, do errands, and spend time with a friend or family.

Bicycle Safety

1. A helmet is essential protection for all bicyclists; riders aged 13 and under are required by law to wear a helmet.
2. Adults should ride on the right side of the road with traffic unless on a bicycle path and follow the rules of the road. Obey all stop lights and signs, and steer clear of vehicle blind spots and opening car doors.
3. Always wear bright, reflective clothing, and make eye contact with drivers at intersections. Bicycle lights and reflectors are required by law after dark.

Tips on Getting a Bicycle

1. Ask around: Don’t be surprised if a friend or family member has an unused bicycle that might fit your need!
2. Local bicycle shops offer many options, or you could try Utica Craig’s List or subscribe to Utica Freecycle. 
3. Utica Bike Rescue provides refurbished bicycles, bicycle safety, and bicycle maintenance programs in a variety of ways, focusing on children, students, refugees, and households with lower incomes.

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