This Biketober, Turn Your Rides into Double Rewards with ConnectSmart!

Fall is finally here in Houston—cooler weather, crisp air, and the perfect excuse to trade four wheels for two. October is officially Biketober, and from October 6 through October 19, 2026, every validated cycling trip taken with the ConnectSmart app earns you 2X ConnectSmart Coins, redeemable for gift cards. Whether you are commuting to work, trail riding in the Heights, or meeting up with local cycling groups, now is the perfect time to pedal through the Bayou City. 

How to Claim Your Rewards

1. Download ConnectSmart from your app store on an iOS or Android phone.

2. Plan & Ride: Use the app to plan a cycling trip anywhere in the greater Houston area.

3. Earn Double: Complete your rides between October 6 and October 19 to get double the Coin rewards in your in-app Wallet.

4. Get a Gift: Purchase a gift card with your Coins in the Rewards section of your in-app Wallet!

Events to Check Out This Biketober 

Your everyday or occasional rides can add up to big savings with ConnectSmart. Here are some of Houston’s top cycling hot spots this October. See the Critical Mass Houston calendar for an extensive list of bike rides:

• Biketoberfest: Ride and happy hour at the Ion in Midtown on October 1st at 4:00 p.m.

• Crucial Matter: Casual late-evening social rides through Downtown and Midtown corridors, such as the Tour de Taco Ride on October 2nd at 7:00 p.m. or the Raspa and Elote Ride on October 16th at 7:20 p.m.

• Clutch City Cruisers: Ride from Market Square Park in downtown every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

Plan your Biketober routes today. Download ConnectSmart and start earning double on your fall rides!