For Bike to Work and School Week (May 27-June 2, 2019), we are featuring a number of community members who are champions for cycling, whether it be to work, school, or commuting around town.
Today we'll meet Esther McIntyre, a grade 6 student at Morfee Elementary.
Why do you bike to school and what do you like best about biking?
It’s the fastest way to get to school! I think it’s a safer form of transportation than driving (beyond the fact that I’m in grade 6 and can’t drive!). Visibility is better – both people being able to see YOU biking with your helmet on, and you can see everything that’s going on around you when you are biking, more than you would see in a car.
What do you think your community needs in order to make it easier for more people to bike to work OR school?
We could use a few more bike racks in town, and some more sidewalks for the young bikers to bike on safely.
What type of bike do you ride?
My mom’s as I grew out of mine. I’d like to get a mountain bike.
Any biking tips you’d like to share?
An important thing for safe biking is to be aware of your strengths and limitations, and it’s good to know what gears you feel comfortable riding in.
A big thank you to Esther for sharing some really helpful insights, and a shout out to Moe Hopkins, NH Support Worker, for connecting with Esther!
If you haven’t participated in Bike to Work & School Week before, why not make this your year? We’d love to hear about your experiences riding in your home community.
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