Riding a bike can better health and save money

Problem: fuel and vehicle costs on the hike.

Solution: commute around the city on a bike.

Want to learn more?

Peddle over to the fourth annual Bike Springfield "Follow The Leader" event Saturday at Jordan Valley Park and get in on a full cycle of activities.

Along with traditional bike rides — the Family Fun Ride and Bike Springfield — the event, sponsored by the Springbike Bicycle Club and the city, adds on a new dimension this year, says coordinator Bruce Adib-Yazdi.

"In conjunction with Safe Kids Weeks we'll have a Bike Check-Up station, a Bike Rodeo, a free kids' helmet give-away and information a safe cycling routes in the Ozarks," he explains.