Check out this video by the New Century Technology Council and Creative Connector's group 81 Reasons to Connect on all the great amenities the region has to offer, including a growing bike culture and expansion of bike amenities. Guest appearance by the Starbombers and RIDE Solutions program director Jeremy Holmes talking about livable communities.

All the bike lanes and greenways in the world don't contribute to making a community bicycle friendly if no one is out riding them. Already, the Roanoke Valley sports miles of paved greenways and natural trails for cyclists of all skill levels, advocacy and social groups like the Blue Ridge Bicycle Club, Bike Walk Virginia, and RIDE Solutions, and a growing inventory of on-road accommodations.

RIDE Solutions wants people to explore what's already out there, to contribute to a healthier and more active community by encouraging citizens to explore the Valley's natural amenities and historic neighborhoods at a slower pace. It's also about having fun - for most of us, learning to ride a bike was our first taste of freedom and speed, and we hope that everyone in Roanoke will become reacquainted with the pure joy of riding a bike!

Bikeroanoke.com is maintained by RIDE Solutions to encourage bicycling as a transportation and recreation option.

To learn more about your entire range of transportation options, visit the RIDE Solutions website and explore carpooling, walking, public transit, and telecommuting. If you're a bicycle commuter, take advantage of our Guaranteed Ride Home program to make sure you never get stuck in an emergency.