Best of Philly Spotlight: How to Cycle in the CityFrom dodging potholes and SEPTA buses to being a mindful group rider, here's how to make your bike commute a breeze. Philly is a huge biking city, but navigating those pot holes, janky sidewalks, and SEPTA buses can make cycling a bit stressful. That’s why we turned to Carl Drexler, leader of Philly Full Moon Ride (aka this year’s Best Cycling Club). So be aware: Don’t pull up on the right side of SEPTA buses, where riders enter and exit. Illustrations by James Yates>> Click here to return to Best of Philly 2026Published as “How to Cycle in the City” in the August 2026 issue of Philadelphia magazine.