May 12-16 is bike to work week in the Triangle. This year’s Bike to Work Week is part of the SmartCommute Challenge, a non-profit campaign that works towards cleaner air in the Triangle area. Anyone can participate in Bike to Work Week and there are no fees for any of the events going on around the Triangle.

On Friday, May 16th, the Capitol Ride is at 9 AM. Anyone can register for the event, which begins across from the Legislative Building in downtown Raleigh. Riders will ride 1.15 miles around the Capitol Building and down Fayetteville St. The ride will last about 15 minutes and the roads will be open to traffic during the ride. After the ride, riders can meet for Bike to Work Week Breakfast at the ride meet location.

We can all benefit from cleaner air!