Bicycle Friendly Business

Planet Bike| Gold Level

Business Highlights: Planet Bike boasts nearly 100 percent commutership throughout the year.  The business supports their commuters by offering extensive facilities - a shower, bike maintenance shop and tools, and secure covered bike parking.  Planet Bike is conveniently located adjacent to streets with bike lanes and on a bike route system. The company offers extensive support of Bike to Work Week including "Bacon on the Bike Path" their signature event, along one of Madison's most heavily traveled commuter paths. The company gives, not only bacon, but donuts, fruit, coffee and juice to bike commuters. The business sponsors many races and cycling events in Madison and around the country, including CX racing, mountain bike races, recreation rides, Safe Routes to School, and a bike team.

Most Compelling Statistic Regarding Bicycling: Planet Bike has given over $900,000 and countless product to grass-roots bike advocacy groups around the country.