Biking & Micromobility

Biking to work, school, and other destinations is a safe, fun, accessible and environmentally friendly alternative to driving. Biking can help you bypass traffic jams and competitive parking lots, and give you direct access to transit and other important destinations in your daily routine. In addition to reducing your environmental footprint, bicycling is an excellent form of cardiovascular activity, making it an incredibly healthy way to get around!

More recently - as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic - The bicycle has proven itself a resilient, and desirable mobility option as New Yorkers across the state turned to cycling as both a means of social distancing and a practical alternative to more crowded transit options.

The page below contains a wealth of information for potential cyclists, including Key Safety tips, Bike Commuting Basics, Multimodal Integration Opportunities, Micromobility (like bikeshare) opportunities and regional resources from across New York State.

Select your region below to find local services, maps, and information. Resources may include:

• Bikeshare: A short-term bicycle rental service that’s great for connecting to transit or making a quick trip around town.
• Bike parking: Many local transit agencies offer bike parking at transit hubs, making multimodal trips more convenient.
• Bikes on transit: Many transit agencies allow you to take your bike onboard, making it easier and more convenient to combine bike and transit trips.
• Bike routes: New York offers many great local and regional trails and routes for commuting or a leisurely ride.
• Scooter-share: a short-term scooter rental service that’s great for connecting to transit or making a quick trip around town.
• Electric moped sharing: short-term moped rental service.