^two bikers sport their “I Biked to School Today!” stickers Did you know that children who start the day by walking or biking to school are engaged in the physical activity that contributes to a healthier lifestyle, a better outlook, higher self-esteem, improved independence, and, ultimately, better performance in school? Starting today, October 27th, students at Newport’s… read more
Fall Back and Light Up!
We hate to say it, but daylight saving’s time is just around the corner. It will get darker a lot earlier, but that’s NO reason to stop cycling and every reason to make sure you’re WELL-LIT! On the weekend of Nov. 1st-2nd, head to Newport Bicycle, Ten Speed Spokes, or Pedal Power Bicycle Shop. to “Fall Back and Light… read more
Bike Safety and Maintenance Classes: Gain Confidence on the Road and in the Garage
Did you know that the number one reason people don’t bike is a lack of confidence riding with motorized traffic? This oft-cited 2009 report by the Portland Bureau of Transportation split up the general population into four types of cyclists: less than 1% were “Strong and Fearless” , 7% were “Enthused and Confident”, 60% were “Interested but Concerned”, and 33% were… read more
Bike for the Stars: StarRide14
Three years ago, volunteers of the Star Kids Scholarship Program organized the first StarRide; a bike event for families and friends around the Ocean Drive area of Newport, RI. Routes were designed for all ages and abilities, ranging from 3 miles to 35 miles. Star Kids, Star Kids supporters, friends and families had a great… read more
Mark your calendars for three off-island rides with Bike Newport
Mark your calendars now! Keep summer going and legs pumping by adventuring with Bike Newport to some of the best bicycling destinations in New England.Note: RSVP is REQUIRED for all rides at least one week prior. RSVP on Facebook, email us, or call (401) 619-4900. Monday, Aug 25th: Cape Cod Rail Trail (play hooky from… read more
Pedal, Stretch, Breathe
All cyclists know the feeling of weightlessness that can accompany a great ride. When the saddle drops away and your pumping legs become wings propelling you forward on gusts of fresh oxygen. You travel shimmering, Donnie Darko-style through time and space – not even potholes or ruts can shake your balance. This experience of effortless action is a state… read more
Picture Perfect Day: Elliot Kaminitz Father’s Day Ride 2014
It was a picture perfect day on June 15th, 2014, when 200 riders and 40 volunteers came out to celebrate Father’s Day, to honor the life and passion of Elliot Kaminitz, and to ride together in celebration of more, better and safer cycling. Scroll down for a gallery of beautiful photos by fab photographers Meg Heriot… read more
Be part of the annual Father’s Day Ride
What better way to spend the morning of Dad’s day than a family-friendly bike ride around Newport’s Ocean Drive and celebration at Fort Adams? The 2nd annual Elliot Kaminitz Father’s Day Ride has plenty of options for the whole family: 6, 10, and 25-mile bike routes. The 6-mile route will be coned and police-escorted. Riders must be comfortable riding… read more
Bike Newport Receives the 2014 Smart Growth Leadership Award
On Friday, May 23rd, at the Power of Place Summit at the RI Convention Center in Providence, Bike Newport was honored with the 2014 award for Outstanding Leadership in Smart Growth, presented by Grow Smart RI. We were joined by our partners and supporters to accept the award. Shown here: (l-r) Scott Wolf, Executive Director… read more
Bike to Work Day 2014 Wrap-up
Bike Newport’s Liza Burkin reveals the unique Bike Friendly Business of the Year Award – a Gilded Penny Farthing by artist Howard Newman – and presents it to Laura Murphy (l) and Jan Doda (c) of the Preservation Society of Newport County. NEWPORT’S 4TH ANNUAL BIKE TO WORK DAY was another rollicking success! Widespread local media coverage leading up… read more
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