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City of Glendale - News
Where to Ride
The new Glendale Bike Map is now available
Your two-wheeler’s raring to go, but you still need a good route. No need to worry. Glendale’s new bike map is ready to guide you on your bicycle journey.
Featuring a combination of street and off-street paths throughout Glendale, the map has descriptions of the City’s newest linear park paths at Skunk Creek, Thunderbird Paseo and the Grand Canal. It also displays more than 63 miles of on-street bike routes and bike lanes.
On the Map
As an added measure, the map offers information on safe bicycling, Arizona bike laws and using bikes on buses. You’ll also find contact information for local bicycling clubs and organizations.
The cover artwork is by artist Taliah Lempert, who specializes in drawing and painting bicycles, and it highlights different sections of the map. Click here to view the map online (PDF) or call the Transportation Department at (623) 930-2940 to request to have one mailed to you. Maps can also be found at City of Glendale libraries and many local bike shops.
Tips for the Road…or Trail
Valley Metro offers the following bicycle safety tips for safe riding:
- Ride on the right side of the road.
- Wear a helmet that fits snug on your head with straps that are comfortably tight under the chin.
- Stay where cars can clearly see you.
- Obey the rules of the road.
- Stay alert. Keep a lookout for children, car doors opening unexpectedly and cars exiting driveways.
- When riding at dusk or in the dark, be sure to use reflectors, a headlight, and a taillight.
- Wear brightly colored clothing.
- Make eye contact with motorists to make certain they have seen you.
- Drink enough water to stay hydrated.
- Prevent and protect your bike from theft by locking it up. Take a picture of it and keep your receipt and bike serial number in a safe place.
- Keep your bike well maintained. Check tires, wheels, lights, brakes and handlebars before each ride.
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