Cold Air, Warm Coffee: Boulder’s Winter Bike Day Is Back
❄️ Pedal Through the Chill, Boulder-Style
Happy Wednesday, Boulder! 🌞
Winter in Boulder doesn’t slow us down—it just adds a few extra layers. This week is all about showing up, bundling up, and doing something that feels very Boulder before most people finish their first cup of coffee. Read on to see how the community turns a cold morning into a full-on celebration.
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🚴 Winter Bike to Work Day
When: Friday, February 13, 2026
Time: 7:00–9:00 AM
Where: Multiple locations across Boulder
Presented by: Community Cycles
Winter Bike to Work Day is a worldwide celebration—and Boulder shows up every single year. Whether you’re a daily winter commuter or just feeling brave for one morning, this is your excuse to hop on your bike and join the fun.
Why people love it:
🥐 Free breakfast at stations around town (7–9 AM)
☕ Coffee + camaraderie with fellow winter warriors
🗺️ Choose-your-own route and hit as many stations as you can
🏠 Work from home? No problem—ride before logging on
Extras happening this week & beyond:
🛠️ Free Bike Classes
Fix a Flat — Feb 11, 5:30 PM
Winter Bike Commuting — Feb 18, 5:30 PM
💡 10% off bike lights all February (front + rear)
🥾 Boulder End-to-End Walk — Feb 14 (join for part or all of the 15 miles)
📍 Breakfast Station Map to plan your ride and stack the snacks
Pro tip: Some riders make it a friendly competition to see how many breakfast stations they can hit. No judgment. Only carbs.
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🧤 Final Spin
Winter Bike to Work Day is peak Boulder energy—community-first, slightly chilly, and fueled by free food. Even if you only ride once this winter, this is the day to do it. Text a biking buddy, dust off the gloves, and we’ll see you out there.
Keep the recs coming, keep voting, and if there’s a place you’re convinced belongs on the next list, just hit reply. I really do read every single one.
See you Friday 👋
— Ben
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