365 Things to Do in Memphis #137: Ride Your Bike to Work (or Play)

And what better day to do it than on National Bike to Work Day?

This year's Bike to Work Day is on Friday, May 18. Participating is easy – all you have to do is ride your bike to work. Or, if you aren't going to work on Friday, just ride your bike somewhere.

Here are a few things to know before you bike to work:

- Memphis has added tons of bike lanes to city streets, so if you're a newbie commuter, check out this bike lane map to plan your route.

- If your commute is too long to do solely on your bike, MATA is offering free rides to cylists on Friday. They've got bike racks on all of their fixed-route buses. Here's how to use them: 

- Your entire office can get involved in Bike to Work Day, especially if you live downtown. The Downtown Memphis Commission is having a contest to see which company has the highest participation in Bike to Work Day.

- Stash a change of clothes for work in your bag and don't forget to wear a helmet. You'll need your brains when you get to the office.