O.C. Bike to Work Week begins today

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Today is the first day of Bike to Work Week sponsored by the Orange County Transportation Authority. O.C. residents that pledge to ride their bike to work at least one day before Friday can win some nice prizes.

The Prizes:

  • 2 night stay at the Hilton, Anaheim
  • Gift certificates for $50 to the Irvine Spectrum, Tustin Marketplace and Fashion Island
  • 7-Day Metrolink tickets
  • Jax gift certificates worth $100
  • Lunch for two at Palm Terrace Restaurant and Lounge, The Island Hotel
  • The OCTA website has a few facts about what cycling can do for one’s health:

    Gear up for a healthy body!

  • Cycling 4 miles a day reduces the risk of coronary heart disease by 50%.
  • Regular cyclists enjoy a fitness level equivalent to being 10 years younger.
  • New bicycle commuters can lose more than 10 lbs. during their first year of bicycle commuting.
  • I challenge everyone reading to get out of your cars and onto your bikes at least one day this week.

    To pledge, click here. To speak to an OCTA Bike to Work representative, call 714.560.5573.