Commuter Connection PA

Check out our latest blog post on a recent agreement between SEPTA and the City of Philadelphia that could help support TOD in the city!

Amtrak has begun testing its new baggage cars in the Northeast Corridor! The baggage cars will feature locking bicycle racks down the whole length of the baggage cars - allowing the cars to accommodate as many bike or as much luggage as is needed! Check out their blog post below for more information!

Smart Growth America ranked Philadelphia as the 14th most walkable metro in the country, and said we are being held-back by poorly maintained infrastructure. What do you think can improve walkability in the city?

More lanes create more demand, create more pollution, create more disease. Break the cycle and cycle (or walk) to work! You'll enjoy cleaner air, a healthier lifestyle, and spend less time waiting for the world to move.

Do you Salmon? Not sure what Salmoning is? Bicycling has its own, distinct lingo regarding safety and best practices. Check out this helpful lingo guide from NPR, and visit CommuterConnectionPA.Org for more on bicycle commuting!

Commuter Connection PA found a Postal Service truck, a Frito Lays delivery truck, and an Ambulance parked in the bike lane at 38th and Spruce in front of a "No Stopping, Any Time" sign, and Tweeted them to the Philadelphia Parking Authority. Do the same, and help #UnblockBikeLanes. What have you found parked in the bike lanes around the city?

Warm weather is here! Follow these six simple suggestions to make sure you're prepared. Be sure to check out our other cycling and commuting guides in our photo album, or on our webpage at CommuterConnectionPa.Org.

Night service is coming to the MFL and BSL - well, at least on the weekend. The new service is set to start on June 15th. Read more on Philly.com, and give us your thoughts on the expanded service.

Ever get unwanted advice? Ever share some? We've all been their, either as beginners or as experienced riders - but it's often best to let people enjoy their ride and learn at their own pace. Share your favorite tips with us or send your most pressing questions on how to improve your multi-modal commute!

Great article on Bike to Work Day. If you celebrated it today - we salute you! If not - you can and should bike to work any day. http://m.washingtonpost.com//america-forgot-about-bikes-n/

Bike sharing is coming to Philadelphia, and should make multi-modal transit easier than ever. What do you think of the coming system? How can we make sure Philadelphia's is the best in the country?

How do you lock you bike up? Do you secure both wheels? The seat? Just your frame? Properly locking your bike is the most important part of ensuring you have a ride to work.

DVRPC, the City of Philadelphia, SEPTA and their partners are launching CyclePhilly - a mobile app to help you track your bike routes. The app can help cyclists time their commutes and trips around the city, and data gathered through the app will be used to improve bicycle infrastructure across the city. Check it out!