Hey riders, did you know the ConnectSmart app can help you plan your rides as you cycle throughout the Greater Houston region? Cyclists always earn rewards when using ConnectSmart’s bicycle navigation feature, but in celebration of Bike Week, we’re increasing the rewards for every cycling trip from May 13-17th!
ConnectSmart is unlike any other mobility app, with cycling features you haven’t seen elsewhere. Only ConnectSmart’s biking routes prioritize Houston’s High Comfort Bike Lanes. As you plan your bike trip, ConnectSmart ranks bike routes on a scale between one and ten based on how bike friendly or comfortable they are. The higher the “Comfort Score'', the more separation and protection you’ll have from vehicles on the road throughout your trip.
In addition to earning rewards by using ConnectSmart, you can log your rides in the Love to Ride app to record your ride for the Bike Month Challenge!
Don’t have a bike of your own but still want to join the challenge? ConnectSmart has teamed up with BCycle so you can find a bikeshare rental station and see what’s available in real time! Our app even allows you to combine different modes so you can bike to catch the light rail in one seamless trip.
Don’t forget that May 17th is the official Bike to Work Day so make sure to track your trip in ConnectSmart to earn those Bonus Rewards for cycling. If you’re looking for some cycling fun, below is a list of cycling events happening around town:
Houston Art Bike Parade & Festival at Macgregor Park in Third Ward May 11th 10:00 a.m.-1 p.m.
Bike to Work Day at Terry Hershey Park’s Gazebo in the Energy Corridor May 17th 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Bands, Badges & Bikes at Northshore Park in the Woodlands May 18th 5:30-7:30 p.m.
19th Annual Houston Heights Bicycle Rally & Scavenger Hunt at 1800 Heights Blvd June 1st 8:00 a.m. & June 2nd 3:00 p.m.
So let ConnectSmart be your travel buddy on your next cycling adventure and be safe out there!
Download the ConnectSmart app on Google Play or the Apple Store today and enjoy your ride!
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