Some 1,183 students biked to school on Monday in Northeast Ohio. That set a daily record in the six-year old Bike to School Challenge. Monday's numbers were a third higher than on the first day of the week-long challenge last year.
The challenge is held in the communities of Bay Village, Medina and Rocky River and is supported by local retailer Scott Cowan, owner of Century Cycles stores in Rocky River and Medina.
"It is an awe-inspiring sight to see hundreds of bicycles parked in front of these schools. It sends a powerful message about the huge impact youth can have on the community with the simple act of riding a bike," said Cowan. "Everyone involved with the program is just thrilled with the response on the first day and is excited for the coming weeks."
