Video: More than 1000 miles logged during first week of Bike Commute Challenge

Just one week into the month-long Bike Commute Challenge, Lewis & Clark community members have already logged more than 1000 miles.

“September is an amazing month to bike in Portland,” said Matthew West, network and systems administrator and 2009 Bike Commute Challenge team captain. In this video, Matthew shares his enthusiasm for commuting by bike and invites anyone with a bicycle to give the Bike Commute Challenge a try.

Do you have stories to share?

The Source wants to post stories and photos from the Lewis & Clark bike commuting community.

• What motivated you to start commuting by bike?
• What motivates you to pedal up Palatine Hill—a 500 foot climb in elevation?
• What do you see on your commute up to Palatine Hill that you may not otherwise see if you were driving a car?
• Are there any tips you would like to share with non-bike commuters to convince them to join this cause?

Send your responses to source@lclark.edu.