May is National Bike Month, promoted by the League of American Bicyclists and celebrated in communities from coast to coast. Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling — and to giving biking a try. Here’s what we’re up to at Bike Newport. We’d love you to… read more
Sign up for the Daffodil Ride 2024
Updated start time due to weather Meet: Touro Park | 2:30pm • Ride start 3:00pm | Saturday April 20th(Bellevue Avenue between Mill and Pelham Streets) Register for free. Donations encouraged. $5 pp suggested to help plant more bulbs in the fall. Decorate your bike, wear yellow and join other daffy riders for an… read more
East Main Road: Read Our Report and Attend the Public Hearing
The East Main Road Briefing Book has been prepared in response to the questions posed by the Middletown Town Councilors and the public, and in preparation for the Public Hearing on Monday, April 15th. The Middletown Town Council has called for a Public Hearing “on the Proposed East Main Road Configuration modifying the current four (4)… read more
Update: East Main Road Public Hearing
updated 4/11/24 The discussion taking place regarding Aquidneck Island’s East Main Road is about safety measures that can be implemented as part of the upcoming repaving. Are the lane changes that will improve safety right for East Main Road? The Middletown Town Council will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, April 15th to hear from… read more
Ahead of the Curve: Cambridge Street Design From the 1990s to Today
Ride Island Speaker Series: Free and Open to the Public Tuesday, April 30, 2024 6-7:30pmInnovate Newport | Conference Hall513 Broadway, Newport, RIFree and Open to the Public Register at Eventbrite. Today, the City of Cambridge is far ahead of the curve with many streets reflecting current day best practices for traffic calming, pedestrian safety, separated… read more
Magaziner Introduces Bill to Support Bicycle Safety Education
Thanks to our own US Representative Seth Magaziner of Rhode Island, there is a House bill introduced in Congress to support federal funding of bicycle safety education programs – thank you Representative Magaziner! We pledge to work with Rep Magaziner and his staff to see that the BIKE (Biking Instruction, Knowledge, and Education) Act receives… read more
Full Moon Rides: the Ocean Loop by Sunset and Moonrise
Newport feels a lot different at night, especially in the silver glow of a full moon. A line of bike lights pierces the evening twilight. The drumbeat of waves lapping on the rocky shore. Mansions emerge before us, their majestic architecture lit up beyond their walls and hedges. Our monthly Full Moon Rides – Sponsored… read more
We’re Hiring: Bike Mechanic
Do you know a talented and personable bike mechanic looking for a great new gig? We’re looking for full time help at The Annex. bikenewportri.org/annex-repairs-rentals Our Bicycle Mechanic will support our Service Manger – as part of a team that delivers top-notch professional service in our full-service bike maintenance and repair shop. People bring their… read more
The Top 5 Reasons to Support Bike Newport for 401Gives
Thanks for contributing to Bike Newport! 401Gives is an important opportunity for Bike Newport to secure broad-based support for our programs and initiatives. We’re grateful to you for riding along with us, cheering us on, and empowering our many works by contributing during 401Gives. Thank you! Our 2024 401Gives campaign has ended, but if you… read more
MORE INFO on Middletown’s Consideration of a Road Diet for East Main Road
On Monday, March 4th, Bike Newport Executive Director, Bari Freeman, addressed the Middletown Town Council regarding the opportunity to improve road safety on East Main Road during the 2024 repaving project. She was representing the Aquidneck Island project “Ride Island” * of which Bike Newport is a lead partner, together with Grow Smart RI, Toole Design Group, and van Beuren Charitable Foundation.
Join Bike to Work Day in Newport!
May 17th is National Bike to Work Day and Bike Newport is celebrating! Are you ready to give up the stress of sitting in traffic and other frustrations of your daily car commute? It’s time to ditch the car and hop on a bike! This is the day to give biking to work a… read more
Join Our Mallorca Adventure Tour!
Discover Mallorca with Bike Newport October 14-19, 2024 Bike, hike and paddle through this beautiful Mediterranean island with Bike Newport accompanied by expert adventure guides as well as Bike Newport’s senior staff. Mallorca astounds with picturesque routes, dramatic scenery and Mediterranean autumn weather. You will be spoiled with an unrivaled cultural experience and culinary delights!… read more
E-Bike Safety Education
With the increase in E-Bike popularity, the need for safety education and training is essential and classes are needed. To help support the safe and responsible use of e-bikes, Bike Newport has developed a 3-part program based on People For Bikes E–Bike Smart course. Some of their videos that we recommend watching are available online here. If you are… read more
East Main Road Safety on Middletown Council Docket
East Main Road safety improvements, including protected bike lanes, are on the docket for the Middletown Town Council on Monday, March 4th, 2024, at 6:30pm at Middletown Town Hall, 350 East Main Road.
Newport’s E-bikes will be debated in State House
Let’s be honest: E-bikes are fun. E-bikes are fast and powerful. They’re easy to park, and you can pedal for miles without breaking a sweat. E-bikes are the perfect transport for getting around Newport, as long as riders are safe and savvy on the road. Plus, using an e-bike instead of a car reduces traffic… read more
10-Spot Ride: Grab Your Tickets While They Last!
Where will the 2024 10-Spot Ride take me? That’s the question participants have asked for the past three years, right up until the moment they start this 10-stop bike ride through Newport’s incredible homes and gardens, experiencing the best of food and music all the way. On the morning of August 24 they’ll wonder: What… read more
Advocacy Alert – Speak Up Against Bus Cuts
Come to a Public Hearing This Month on the Future of RIPTA Transit, biking, and walking are primary components of a healthy multimodal system that makes it possible for people to get where we need to go safely, affordably, and reliably – with the best outcomes for our personal and professional lives and for our… read more
Winter Tune-Up Specials – 20 % off – Schedule Your Appointment
There’s no better time for your bike tune-up and no better place to get it! Bike Newport’s Annex offers:– the most qualified mechanics– the best availability and service– as a 501c3 nonprofit, the money you spend supports bicycle advocacy and education– and we’re offering an awesome winter discount! We have available slots on our schedule… read more
Cycle Friends Newport
Join us! Cycle Friends Newport is a community of people who enjoy riding bikes together, and learning how to maintain them. We focus on good health and well-being, safety, and friendship, and we invite new and beginner riders to learn how to take care of their bike, bike safety skills and getting comfortable on a bike.… read more
We’re hiring a Bilingual Greeter
Do you know someone positive, pleasant, enthusiastic, outgoing and bilingual who is looking for a cool job? We’re looking for such a person to be our Greeter and Administrative Assistant. This new member of our team will often be the first person our visitors meet, will help run our bike rental program, and will support all… read more
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