Bicycles are good for business
- People who bike to work tend to be more productive employees and healthier than those who drive.
- Customers who arrive by bicycle free up limited parking spaces for cars in retail areas. Many businesses are trading one customer for 10 by converting single car parking spaces into on-street “bike corrals” that can accommodate 10 or more bicycles.
- Customers who arrive by bicycles spend more than those who drove cars.
- Cycling may even become the new golf as business networking rides are becoming more popular.
Business Membership Benefits
Your business can become an organizational member of the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin. Whether you are a business owner, employee or customer, the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin can help you find the resources you need.
- Evaluate bike parking needs
- Develop business specific encouragement programs
- Start a bike to work group
- Provide free maps and safety materials for employees
- Connect you with other bike friendly businesses in your area.
Email us or call 608-251-4456.
Links to self-help resources:
- League of American Bicyclists Bicycle Friendly Business program
- Bike to Work Week
- Scott Get Up and Ride Commuter Challenge
- Federal Bicycle Commuter Benefits pre-tax deduction guidelines
- Milwaukee Business by Bike
