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May is National Bike Month, and from May 11-15 in particular, cyclists are encouraged to bike to work. If you live close enough to where you work to be able to make your way on two wheels, now's the time to ditch the excuses and get some fresh air. It really is an incredible way to start your morning, even if you do get to work a little sweaty and breathless.

TODAY’S SOUTH SOUND BIKE WEATHER: Showers and a chance of thunderstorms. Heavier showers may contain small hail or ice pellets. Highs in the lower to mid 50s. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph.

BEFORE YOU HEAD OUT: Washington State Bicycle Laws

BIKE TO WORK WEEK TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTY: Details regarding the Bike to Work Week Commuter Challenge, Bicycle Commuter Guide and events calendar are at PierceTrips.com.

BIKE WEB SITE OF THE DAY: Bicycle Alliance of Washington

TODAY’S RECOMMENDED BIKE ATTIRE: Novara Lifeline Full-Finger Bike Gloves

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