13th annual Norfolk Bike Month begins in May

Kevin Cheek
·2 min read

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — The City of Norfolk invites you to celebrate the 13th annual Norfolk Bike Month this May as we shift gears into warmer temperatures and nicer days.

Norfolk was recently named a bronze-level bicycle friendly community by the League of American Bicyclists. The organization recognized the city for its efforts and progress toward better cycling and safer streets.

The city reminds motorists to:

  • Share the road with cyclists. Bikes are allowed on City of Norfolk streets whether in a bike lane or not.

  • Keep a distance of at least three feet when passing a cyclist on the street. It’s the law!

  • Watch out when opening car doors when parked on a city street.

  • Follow the posted speed limits. Speeding can have fatal consequences for both motorists and cyclists.

The city reminds cyclists to:

  • Follow the same rules of the road as a vehicle. Stop at stop signs and yield to pedestrians. Bike with the flow of traffic.

  • Wear a helmet! Helmets are mandatory for those 14 years of age and younger.

  • Be Seen! Wear bright clothing in the dark and use a white headlight and red taillight at night so others can see you.

  • Use the bike lanes if available. If you must ride on a sidewalk, be courteous to pedestrians. Riding on sidewalks is prohibited downtown.

  • Park responsibly at designated parking corrals or bike racks. Do not park in front of building entrances and do not block sidewalks or pedestrian access.

Hampton Roads Transit reminds riders that you can take your bike on transit. Every HRT bus has a bike rack that holds two bicycles, and you can walk your bike onto The Tide light rail and ferries.

Bike to Work Week is celebrated May 13-19 with Bike to Work Day on Friday, May 17.

For more information on Norfolk Bike Month events, city-wide biking information, safety tips and other resources click here.

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