TheScooterScoop

That’s right folks! If you’ve been letting the scoot collect dust during the work week, tomorrow’s the day to change that.

Motorcycle and scooter riders’ 16th annual commuting day is Wednesday, July 18th. Participation in the yearly demonstration is estimated to triple the number of riders on the road. Motorcycle and scooter groups and organizations actively encourage riders to commute by cycle on this day. On Ride to Work Day, motorcycle and scooter commuters seek improved employer recognition and support for this form of transportation and increased public and government awareness of the positive value of riding.

Adding more motorcycles and scooters to everyone’s daily commute makes urban parking easier and traffic flow better, according to Ride to Work, a non-profit advocacy organization. Studies have also shown that across the same distances, motorcyclists reach their destinations faster than those using automobiles. Many motorcycles and scooters also consume less resources per mile than automobiles. “Riding to work on this day is fun and shows the positive value of motorcycling. For many people, riding is a socially responsible form of mobility that saves energy, helps the environment and provides a broad range of other public benefits,” stated Andy Goldfine, this year’s event organizer.

Don’t worry, helmet hair goes great with a shirt and tie or knee-high dress suit. I may work from a home office but I’m still gonna get my scooter on the road for lunch. I hope you’ll do the same! Heck, send in a photo of you in your work duds with your 2-wheeler and we’ll let the world see ya!