On National Bike to Work Day, get a free bicycle check-up in Old City

Biking to work can improve your health and lessen your carbon footprint

A cyclist rides west on JFK Boulevard in Center City Philadelphia, Nov. 2, 2016.
Thom Carroll/PhillyVoice

National Bike to Work Day is coming up on Friday, May 17. The day draws attention to the benefits of cycling – from saving money to improving health.

If you're someone who regularly uses a bike to commute to and from work, you may want to stop by Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Old City on the holiday.


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For the seventh year, local bike shop Keswick Cycle will have mechanics on-site providing free bicycle tune-ups to anyone who rides by.

Stop by between 7 and 9 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. or 5 and 7 p.m.

There will be snacks and drinks from Red Owl Tavern, too, and a raffle to win a new Fuji bike. Raffle tickets will be $2 each or three for $5, with all proceeds going to Kimpton partner No Kid Hungry.


Complimentary Cycle Check-Ups

Friday, May 17
7-9 a.m., noon to 2 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. | Free
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
433 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106


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