Bicycling is an inexpensive exercise that offers a quiet, energy efficient mode of transportation.  By riding your bike you:

• Reduce air pollution in Merced County.
   
• Save money. Based on an hourly wage of $10.00, a motorist must work 300 hours per year to pay for his or her annual commute.  A bicyclist only has to work about 30 hours per year to operate his or her bike.
   
• Reduce traffic congestion.  Think of all of the places you can ride to instead of driving.  Consider taking your bicycle the next time you go to the grocery store, to the gym, to the post office or to work.
   
• Get exercise while commuting.  If you cycle 6 miles to and from work instead of driving, taking about 30 minutes each way, you could burn 15 to 20 lb. of fat each year.  Riding at your own pace, you'll feel invigorated for work and release tensions of the day on your way home.