Ever wondered what happens after you drop off a bike at Bike Newport? Spoiler alert: It begins a new chapter. Every donated bike gets a second (or third… or fourth!) chance to do what bikes do best: connect people, foster freedom, and spark some joy. Curious to know how bikes make it from your garage… read more
Action Alert: NAVSTA Compatible Use Study Public Forum
Public Workshop: NAVSTA Newport & Aquidneck Island Compatible Use Study With the Aquidneck Island & NAVSTA Newport Compatible Use Study nearing completion, this is an opportunity to offer public comment on the draft plan. This public workshop will discuss the strategies to address better support the quality of life on the Island and throughout the region,… read more
Get Your 10-Spot Ride 2026 Tickets
Pedal Newport’s Hidden Gems: Food, Music & Secret SpotsAugust 29, 2026 Bike to 10 unique Spots featuring local cuisine, live performances, and Newport’s most enchanting private spaces. This favorite Newport summer experience returns on Saturday, August 29th! On the 10-Spot Ride you’ll pedal around historic Newport, the “City by the Sea”, to ten lovely locations… 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 with the line of bike lights piercing the evening twilight and the drumbeat of waves lapping on the rocky shore. Our monthly Full Moon Rides – Sponsored by AARP Rhode Island have returned for the 2026 season. These scenic… read more
Update: Newport’s Bicycle Friendly Community Status
The League of American Bicyclists has renewed Newport’s status as a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community. The renewal of Newport’s Bronze designation, first awarded in 2013, is an affirmation of the City’s efforts to become safer and more accessible for people to ride bicycles. Bike Newport and the City of Newport collaborated to submit the application for… read more
Sneckdowns: What Snowy Streets Reveal
The slushy remains of snowstorms are messy and troublesome for everyone. Roads are icy, sidewalks are narrow, and public transportation is strained. Yet, while snow covers much of New England, the traffic patterns in the snow are revealing exactly what is needed and used by cars, and what is NOT – and we should be… read more
Sign up for the Daffodil Ride 2026
NEW DATE: Meet: Touro Park | 9.00 am | Saturday April 25th. Ride starts at 9:30am(Bellevue Avenue between Mill and Pelham Streets) Register for free. Donations encouraged. $10 pp suggested to help plant more bulbs in the fall. Decorate your bike, wear yellow and join other daffy riders for an easy 4-mile ride… read more
Winter Activities at the Bike Garage and Annex
Bike Newport is buzzing all winter long – and it’s a great time to learn new skills and take care of your bike! From hands-on repair nights and welcoming learning spaces to discounted shop services and free e-bike classes, there’s plenty happening at Bike Newport’s Bike Garage and Annex this season. Come join us! Community… read more
Residents Advocate for Improved Road Safety
Residents of Admiral Kalbfus Road in Newport brought their neighborhood safety concerns to the State House on January 7, 2026. Admiral Kalbfus Road is a residential street in Newport that is frequented by drivers, pedestrians and cyclists, and also Class 7 trucks weighing over 25,000 lbs. The Newport City Council, supported by residents of the… read more
GEM (Gender Equity Mechanics) Nights
A bike mechanics night for women, trans-femme, and nonbinary folks who feel comfortable in women-centered spaces. Gender Equity Mechanics (GEM) is a time and space to talk about bikes and biking, learn how to work on them by watching and doing, or to just come hang out and take a breath. GEM is a supportive atmosphere for sharing, learning,… read more
20% off Your Winter Tune-Up – Schedule Now!
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! Grab your slot in the schedule for… read more
Thanks for Supporting the Movement!
Thanks to 238 awesome supporters, we reached and exceeded our vital end of year fundraising goals and can roll into 2026 with confidence in our ability to deliver on our prorities. Thanks to all who donated – and to all who contribute in myriad ways to healthy transportation progress – for our communities, economies, and… read more
Thoughts From A Partner
The following are comments shared by Mary Vieira, Principal of the Paul W Crowley East Bay MET School, at our 2025 Mingle & Jingle Holiday Gathering at Rough Point Museum. Our guests were mesmerized by Mary’s words. We hope you find them inspiring as well. When Bari asked me to share my perspective tonight as… read more
Bike Newport Holiday Gifts!
Give joy. Spark adventure. Power a community that rides! This season, make your gift do more. With a gift from Bike Newport, you are fueling safer streets, cleaner air, and a more connected community where more people can ride with confidence. Here are a few favorites that make the holidays brighter and move our mission… read more
Holiday Bike Giveaway 2025 ❤️
On Saturday, December 6 th, we welcomed dozens of children and families to our Big Blue Bike Barn for our annual Holiday Bike Giveaway. This is truly one of our favorite days of the year! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bike Newport (@bikenewportri) Lovingly restored bikes were matched with elementary school… read more
Island-Wide Discussion: E-Bikes
With Portsmouth’s formation of a Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) in September, Aquidneck Island now boasts a BPAC in all three municipalities – an important accomplishment for improving road safety island-wide. The three BPACs can now meet to discuss shared priorities and practices on the island. Bike Newport is facilitating this effort through the… read more
Night Bright: Sparkling Evenings with Conexión Latina!
As the days get shorter, Bike Newport is keeping the lights on so you can make the most out of your wintery, two-wheeled adventures this holiday season. See and be seen! Wednesdays through the end of December, from 3:30pm-5:00pm, our Community Educator, Gail Ruscetta, will be spreading the light along with helpful information. We’re outside… read more
Volunteers Prepare Kids Bikes for the Holidays
The holiday season is about giving, joy, and the simple things that make us smile—like the joy of riding your very own bike! Each year, Bike Newport collects, lovingly restores, and donates more than 100 bikes for community kids – and distributes them on one special fun-filled day. The Holiday Bike Giveaway takes place in… read more
Earlier Sunset, Change Your Mindset
Chilling weather and lessening daylight means that winter is upon us. Early winter means Thanksgiving dinners, holiday gift lists, and New Year’s resolutions. And for those who brave the cold year-round on foot an on bikes, it also means getting around in the dark. New hazards come when the light is gone earlier. So, lights… read more
First Person: Freedom on Two Wheels – Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll
Despite the wind doing its best to steal hats and ruffle spirits, Sunday’s Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll proved once again that there’s something magical about claiming roads for people to bike, walk, roll, and stroll – even for just a few hours.
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