Friday’s Bike to Work Day was the largest of its kind in the region’s history. Over 11,000 riders registered for the event.

Jay Mallin created this excellent video showing the throngs of riders and asking their reasons for cycling.

Did you bike to work Friday? How was your ride?

Matt Johnson has lived in the Washington area since 2007. He has a Master’s in Planning from the University of Maryland and a BS in Public Policy from Georgia Tech. He lives in Dupont Circle. He’s a member of the American Institute of Certified Planners, and is an employee of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation. His views are his own and do not represent those of his employer.