Happens on Thursday, May 15, 2008

We all know that global change happens on local, incremental levels -- especially in the face of sluggish systematic change. Which is why Bike to Work Day is bigger than it appears on the surface.

I spent some formative years in Amsterdam where bikes ruled with their own roadways. If I could design a master plan for our own streets, it would be that. Maybe we'll get there before we're all siphoning gas with straws.

In the meantime, have a bit of fun in the context of two-wheeled advocacy. Bike to Work Day gets people off four wheels and embracing the paradigm of two wheels, two feet. Last year, the bicycle crowd outnumbered cars on Market Street.

Be a part of the May 15 event -- here's how:

• Most important, ride your bike to work
• Check out the map of Energizer Stations around town where you can fill up on coffee and snacks
• Celebrate at the Bike Away From Work Party at the Rickshaw Stop (6-10p). (See Rickshaw Stop on a Map of SF Live Music Clubs).

Go to the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition website for more information.

^{Image Courtesy of San Francisco Bicycle Coalition}