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Newport’s Traffic Garden is Coming Soon!

September 14, 2023

Traffic Garden ribbon cutting event graphic

Bike Newport is creating Rhode Island’s first “Traffic Garden”, located in the parking lot of the former Maher Center on Hillside Avenue – adjacent to beautiful Miantonomi Park. Please join us for a ribbon cutting celebration on Saturday, September 30th, from 2-4pm. Imagine a mini streetscape just for bikes—bright, colorful, and exciting. A Traffic Garden…  read more

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Please Support our Team Biking for Autism

September 13, 2023

Bike Newport will have more than a dozen cyclists biking for Autism in this year’s Bike to the Beach ride, and we need your support to meet and surpass our team’s $10,000 fundraising goal. Our team will ride a metric century (62 miles) from Woonsocket to Newport, helping the New England Bike to the Beach…  read more

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By the Hundreds They Came for the Car-Free Fun

September 12, 2023

More than 400 residents of Aquidneck Island and surrounding communities rolled in on the morning of Saturday, September 9th to enjoy three glorious hours of car-free enjoyment along the scenic coastal route through Island Park & The Hummocks in Portsmouth, RI. The Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll was hosted by Bike Newport and Island Park…  read more

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Highlights from Summer Bike Camp 2023

September 7, 2023

Group portrait of Summer Bike Camp 2023

“I love the holistic aspect of the camp program. Campers are learning so many different invaluable pieces of information. The campers learn not only bike safety, bike maintenance and repair, but how to access a wealth of resources within our community all while enjoying fresh air and getting exercise. I love the partnerships and exploration…  read more

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10 Stars for the 10-Spot Ride 2023!

August 31, 2023

Family smiling with their bikes at the 10 spot ride. The stern of the Oliver Hazard Perry tall ship in the background

⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ 🚲 ⭐️ The annual 10-Spot Ride on Saturday, August 26th, 2023, was a thrilling celebration of bikes, the local community, music, delicacies, and more! We welcomed 300 people on bikes to a variety of properties from downtown patios…  read more

The Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll

August 30, 2023

The Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll invites families, children, and people of all ages and abilities to walk and bike along beautiful Park Ave and The Hummocks in Portsmouth, RI… and to enjoy this 2-mile expanse of coastal road free from motor vehicles. Enjoy the beauty of Island Park and The Hummocks … outside, on…  read more

Get Ready for the 10-Spot Ride 2023

August 16, 2023

photo collage of people enjoying the 10 spot ride event venues

Newport’s most anticipated summer bike event is back! Saturday, August 26, 2023, 11am – 4pm. Ride to 10 beautiful private “Spots” around lovely Newport for live music & local food. It’s a magical combination that you simply must experience: 10 beautiful locations revealed on the morning of the ride, 10 great restaurants offering tasty bites…  read more

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We’re Hiring a Marketing and Communications Manager

August 2, 2023

Poster image with summer bike campers in safety gear. Text: We're Hiring! Marketing and communications manager, Spread the word!

Do you know an energized bike-friendly communications expert? Someone who has a creative and feisty command of social media? an excellent writer, handy with photos and graphics? someone who likes to make the case for things they believe in? We’re looking for that person! This new member of our team will be creative and experienced…  read more

Reporting in from Newport Folk Fest 2023

July 31, 2023

Wow! We broke a record this year with Friday cyclists numbering over 1,600, crushing the prior mark by some 400 bikes! And we held steady through Saturday and Sunday, despite the threat of storms on Saturday – which thankfully held off until everyone was safely home. In all, we parked nearly 5,000 bikes during the…  read more

Ditch the Car and Bike to the Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals

July 20, 2023

*Check back on this page for updated details to come Did you know that up to 1800 people ride bikes to Newport Folk Festival each day? Wow! That’s the highest percentage of bikes to any music festival in the country! Join the movement and be part of reducing the stresses of motor vehicles on our…  read more

Senator Whitehouse Visits The Big Blue Bike Barn

July 19, 2023

Our summer campers and staff had a real treat when US Senator Sheldon Whitehouse visited Bike Newport’s Big Blue Bike Barn this week. Campers learned more about the connections among biking and carbon reduction and climate, and Senator Whitehouse heard why our kids love biking and Summer Bike Camp. Everyone agreed – including the Senator…  read more

Newport Folk Fest 2023 recap video

July 18, 2023

Ready Riders – Confidence-Building Rides

July 11, 2023

Are you looking to build confidence on a bike? Join the Ready Riders Confidence Building Ride group with Bike Newport, where we meet weekly to address concerns, plan rides, overcome obstacles, and boost our confidence. This inclusive group welcomes all levels, whether you’ve never ridden a bike before or haven’t been on one in years.…  read more

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Austin and Julien: A Tale of Friendship and Community Impact at Bike Newport

June 26, 2023

Within the walls of Bike Newport’s community bike garage, Austin and Julien, two talented and enthusiastic individuals, have forged a strong bond of friendship while honing their skills and giving back to their community. Their journey from youthful participants to now educators and mechanics-in-training is an inspiring story we’re happy to share. A Journey Begins…  read more

Pedaling with Pride: A Colorful Recap of The Newport Pride Ride

June 26, 2023

pride 2023 recap

The Newport Pride Ride was an incredible event that united the community to celebrate love, diversity, and unity. Despite the uncertain weather forecast, we had a great turnout and are thankful for all those who joined us for The Newport Pride Ride! Celebrating Pride with Newport Pride and Newport Out The Newport Pride Ride was…  read more

Newport Pride Ride: A Celebration of Unity and Diversity on Wheels

June 16, 2023

Dozens of cyclists in festive attire waving

Newport, Rhode Island’s vibrant city, is known for its scenic beauty, rich history, and inclusive community spirit. In a beautiful display of unity and celebration, Newport Pride and Bike Newport have joined forces to organize the highly anticipated Newport Pride Ride. This annual event brings together individuals from all walks of life to participate in…  read more

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Celebrating the Contributions of Our Bike Newport Interns

June 16, 2023

At Bike Newport, we believe in the power of collaboration and the invaluable contributions of our interns. They bring fresh perspectives, enthusiasm, and a passion for positively impacting the cycling community. As we bid farewell to our interns from the last cycle, we thank Angel, Mary Ellen, and Georgia for their exceptional work and dedication.…  read more

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Elliot’s Ride for Everyone 2023: A Memorable Celebration of Inclusive Cycling

June 13, 2023

On Saturday, June 10th, 2023, Newport experienced a morning of pure delight with Elliot’s Ride for Everyone. Participants of all ages came from near and far to roll and stroll along 3.5 miles of Newport’s iconic ocean coastline. The scenery was captivating, with stunning rocky shores, majestic residences, serene coves, lagoons, and salt marshes. The…  read more

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Donate Your Old Bicycles to Bike Newport

June 8, 2023

Whether for transportation, recreation, fitness, or carbon reduction – let’s together help everyone have access to bicycles! You donate the bikes, we restore and distribute them – it’s an awesome partnership. And you can also be part of the repair/restoration process – read on. The Power of Donating Bicycles Donating your bicycles to Bike Newport…  read more

Celebrating The Big Blue Bike Barn: Empowering Community and Cycling Fun

June 5, 2023

We thank everyone who joined us at The Big Blue Bike Barn Celebration. The event showcased the vibrant and caring community of people and agencies that partnered with Bike Newport to make this one-acre outdoor campus possible. Transformed from a vacant lot, the Bike Barn has evolved into a thriving community space for the growing…  read more

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