One of our favorite Colorado bloggers has recently begun her adventures in bike commuting after a recent move to Denver. Check out her review of Xtreme Sports ID, another great safety tool for bikers, runners, and surfers. Be sure to take a look at her contest to win a kids size Xtreme Sports ID band. Check out Xtreme Sports ID here and the rest of Tali’s awesome blog here! Thanks Tali!
Back in the Saddle
We’ve all heard the saying “It’s just like riding a bike” but commuting via bike…it’s not just like riding a bike. Well at least not like I remember it when I was young. Back in the day I would ride all day long with my friends and nobody worried about whether or not they would make their destination on time, if they would be too sore the next day, if it was safe, or if they would look presentable after the ride. As adults these are things we worry about and they often discourage us from bicycle commuting. After a few weeks of commuting by bike I have learned a few things that may help you give bike commuting a try or improve your experience.
The Safety Factor
Safety goes beyond wearing a Helmet though for the record I have to say it WEAR YOUR HELMET. A helmet does no good left at home or attached to your pack. Put it on your noggin. Helmets save lives! Okay, that being said even with helmets accidents happen. It’s a grim topic but people do get injured and in a time of emergency you don’t want medical professionals guessing if you have allergies, insurance, or who to contact. I was lucky to find the Xtreme Sports ID bracelet. Upon purchase, $8 initially and $5 annual renewal, you register the bracelet online and input all of the information that is needed during a medical emergency. Even better it’s not like the metal bracelets that bring images of “I’ve fallen and I can’t get up” to mind. The bracelets are a light weight plastic, come in a variety of colors and sizes, and are so comfortable you can leave them on while you sleep and in the shower. They feature the medical alert symbol, an 800 number, and your personal ID number so your information is easily retrieved. I recommend the bracelets for more than just biking. If you’re a solo outdoor enthusiasts you can use the online tool to send a message to your emergency contacts and let them know where you are going and when you expect to return. They’re great for any sport or even for kids to wear daily in case of an emergency or separation. Want to win a child’s size bracelet?
Read the contests section below for details.
The Contests – Deadline for Entry is June 1
Xtreme Sports ID (Child’s size): I have a pink marble bracelet to give away. Perfect for the little one who’s curiousity has them wandering off or a child with allergies.
Email me at Contests@mycupcakemafia.com with Xtreme in the subject line. Include your name and contact information. Include a brief story about your best bike commute experience (that will be shared on Cupcakemafia.com) and your contact information.
