The GEARs Bike Commute Workshops are a great first step towards bike commuting. They are also a place for seasoned bicyclists to learn more, share what they know about commuting with new riders, and find out who in their workplace is interested in biking to work.

Topics covered include:
* Safe and legal riding
* What you need to know about lights and rain gear
* Carrying stuff - including clothes, groceries and kids
* What to do about your hair
* Route planning and maps

The informative presentations are followed by time for questions and discussion. Presenters also spend time offering route-planning assistance on a one-on-one basis after the presentation. Workshops are led by GEARs volunteers.

During the Bike Commute Challenge in September and early October, these workshops are offered for free to Eugene-area workplaces.

September 10th; 12 pm -1pm, byo lunch
Eugene Public Library - Tykeson Room

September 17th; 12 pm -1pm, byo lunch
LTD - 3500 E. 17th Avenue, off Glenwood Blvd in Glenwood

September 24th; 12 pm -1pm, byo lunch
University of Oregon, Outdoor Program Resource Room - 37 Erb Memorial Union (basement)

October 1st; 12 pm -1pm, byo lunch
Eugene Public Works & Maintenance

October 15th; 12 pm -1pm, byo lunch
Eugene Public Library - Tykeson Room

November 11th; 12 pm -1pm, byo lunch
Invitrogen - Health & Safety Day

Please contact Paul Adkins at paul@eugenegears.org