Bike Commuting Resources

YOUR LOCAL BIKE SHOP

We operate Cosmic Bikes in Jefferson Park, Chicago. Our roots in Chicago's bike history are strong: we’ve been promoting lifestyle and utilitarian cycling since the prehistoric era (1994 to be exact), when we opened the first bicycle shop in the region focused on transportation, long before it was the fashionable thing to do. However, there are plenty of wonderful, locally owned, independent bicycle shops throughout the city, and ideally you should find one that is conveniently located to help with your cycling needs on a regular basis. Here are some ideas for how to find the right shop.

ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT

Based in Chicago (and originally named Chicagoland Bicycle Federation) the Active Transportation Alliance is a non-profit advocacy organization that works to improve conditions for bicycling, walking and transit and engage people in healthy and active ways to get around. Their work includes lobbying for and helping develop safer biking facilities in Chicago, installing bike racks, publishing cycling maps, and organizing Bike The Drive, one of the largest biking events in the US, to name a few.
The also offer a Crash Support Hotline for victims of traffic collisions.

Bike Lane Uprising promotes safe cycling by tracking bike lane obstructions, and developing ways to help prevent future hazards.

Ride Illinois is a non-profit organization working for bike-friendly roads and trails, favorable legislation, and education for cyclists and motorists.

LEGAL

Freeman Kevenides Law Firm is a personal injury law firm representing & advocating for bicyclists, pedestrians and vulnerable road users.

FOR PARENTS

Chicago Family Biking Community is an online community of parents who share street-tested, first-hand advice on getting around Chicago with children in tow. Here you’ll find first-hand tips on anything from locking up cargo bikes, riding with kids, finding and choosing gear, and hand-me-down or used equipment for sale for your family and kids.