Bike Pittsburgh's Best Kept Secrets
Tired of sitting in traffic? Try biking instead! But if you need a pep talk to get on the road with all those cars, we're here to help. We're bringing back executive producer Mallory Falk's conversation with Ted King-Smith, education manager at Bike Pittsburgh, where he's explaining how cyclists can smoothly navigate the city. Plus, he's sharing what bikers and drivers need to know to safely share the road.
Want to put Ted's tips into practice? Bike Pittsburgh is hosting OpenStreetsPGH this Sunday, and they're shutting down roads to car traffic Downtown and in the South Side. The City Cast Pittsburgh crew will be there handing out fun swag, so come say hi!
**This episode originally aired on September 24, 2025.
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Warmer weather is on its way, which means it's the perfect time to break out your bike and start taking leisurely rides around Pittsburgh's trails or even commuting on two wheels. But if you aren't sure where to start or are intimidated by car traffic and our hilly streets, we're here to help. Executive producer Mallory Falk is chatting with Ted King-Smith, education manager at Bike Pittsburgh, about how cyclists can smoothly navigate the city. Plus, he's sharing what bikers and drivers need to know to safely share the road.
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