On a crisp autumn morning in Montclair, New Jersey, a vibrant scene unfolded as children, clad in helmets and backpacks, gathered with their parents for a communal bicycle ride to local elementary schools. Volunteers in orange safety vests ensured everyone was ready before the group embarked on their 5-mile “bike bus” route. As the procession moved through the neighborhood, more families joined, swelling the group to over 350 participants. Older students chatted with friends, while younger ones focused on pedaling. Cars respectfully yielded to the long line of cyclists, and as the journey progressed, families peeled off toward their respective schools. This weekly ritual, which began three years ago as a small initiative by a handful of parents, has now become a cherished tradition and a viable commuting option for many families.
From a few to more than 350, children and parents ride together to school as a ‘bike bus’
