ACHD Commuteride and local transportation and public safety partners joined forces on Wednesday, October 8 to celebrate bike safety this October. As the days get shorter and darker, we are working together to ensure anyone who needs bike lights and other safety items can get them - for free!
Thank you to everyone who helped make Ridebright 2025 a success!
ACHD Commuteride extends our gratitude to all the community partners, volunteers, and participants who came together to “light up the night” across Ada County. Your energy and support helped share the importance of visibility, safety, and connection for people walking and biking in our community. We appreciate your continued partnership in making our region brighter, safer, and more sustainable each year.
A special thank-you in text to our participating partners, including: Boise Bicycle Project, Boise State Cycle Learning Center, Boise Police Department, City of Boise, and Valley Regional Transit.
Tips for Riding in the Dark
Illuminate your ride: Use a white headlight and a rear reflector (or better yet, a red tail light) when riding in the dark. Try rechargeable batteries and keep your bike lights charged. Reflective tape or stickers for your bicycle and gear are also a great investment. Grab a friend and photograph each others’ bikes from a distance to see how visible your really are.
Assume drivers don’t see you: Veer on the side of caution and don’t assume that a driver can see you, even when you have the right of way. Give traffic an extra look before crossing at intersections.
Dress brightly: Wear reflective materials and/or bright-colored attire (high visibility helmet, jacket, shoes, and gloves are all items you can buy at your local bike shop).
To find more information about bicycle safety and other resources, click here!
