Gear & Equipment

You don't need wear spandex to start walking or bicycling. All you need is a bike, a pair of good shoes, and some good gear to help you out.

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Walking Gear You don't need fancy gear to start walking. See what it takes. More»	Bike Gear You don't need expensive equipment to start cycling, but there are some things that could make your ride easier. More»
Choosing a Bike Before you purchase a new bicycle, take a moment. Think hard. How will you ride your new bike? More»	Fitting Your Bike Trust us, your bicycle needs to fit your body or you're in for an uncomfortable ride. Height, weight, and riding style all factor into a bicycle's fit. More»
Bike Maintenance Flat tires and crappy brakes don't make for a great ride...but they're preventable. Check your bike at the beginning of your ride to avoid mechanical brake-downs (oh, we're so funny). More»	Request An Ambassador Request an Ambassador for guidance on gear and equipment. More»

Rudy Ellis

Speaking out for transit
I spread the word to other people about what we can do so buses and trains serve as many people as possible.

Forecasters say by 2030...

Forecasters say by 2030 the Twin Cities area will be home to nearly a million more people than in 2000. Yowza, we better be smart - more transit-oriented development, more pedestrian and bicycle facilities, and more courtesy all around.

Bike Walk Twin Cities

Gear & Equipment

Walking Gear

Bike Gear

Choosing a Bike

Fitting Your Bike

Bike Maintenance

Request An Ambassador

Gear & Equipment

Forecasters say by 2030...