We’re looking for Public Artists: The Bike Barn build will take place all through the spring – with container and garden prep, education space construction, trail cutting, and the pump track build! There’ll be lots of community engagement and opportunities to help out – including with public art. We’re looking for muralists to help inform… read more
Rhode Island Waves
Rhode Island Waves (RI Waves), is a statewide road safety campaign that targets all road users. The goal is to improve safety at crossings by encouraging everyone – pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists – to wave and confirm they’ve been seen. The campaign features recognizable Rhode Islanders doing the wave and is being funded by the… read more
STIP Amendment Update
No. We’re not out of the woods yet. Amendment Recap: On January 25th, RIDOT announced the proposed “Major Amendment #11” to the State Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP), which included drastic cuts to an already underfunded state budget for bicycle infrastructure. The all-volunteer RI Bicycle Coalition orchestrated statewide information for citizens and legislators regarding the content of… read more
Pick Your Ride with Clean Ocean Access
Your mission should you choose to accept it is to become part of Newport’s ‘Bike-Ridin’, Litter Pickin’ ninjas.’ Nothing beats doing some good for the local environment while riding your bike! So, join Clean Ocean Access and Bike Newport on Saturday, April 27th from 10:00am to 12:00pm for a cleanup with a difference. We’ll be riding the Ocean Loop and… read more
Big Blue Bike Barn Plans Just Got BIGGER!
(Newport, RI) There’s an exciting project sprouting on the north side of Miantonomi Park, and it just got even more exciting. The campus of Newport’s Big Blue Bike Barn – due to open this Spring – is getting a lot bigger, making room for berms and waves of dirt and grass optimized for even more healthy… read more
Letter to the Public: Major Amendment to the TIP
Dear Friends, Thanks to all who are following the situation with the DOT recommendation for a “Major Amendment to the TIP” aka Major Amendment #11. This amendment proposes major reduction to Transportation Alternative Program (TAP) funding to make up for shortfalls in pavement and bridge funding. TAP funding is the primary source for bicycle, pedestrian,… read more
We’re on the last lap and we’re almost there!
This year you helped us with these fun numbers: 5000+ bikes parked at Newport Folk Festival 1300 Visits to our Bike Garage 428 bikes restored and distributed in the community 300 sets of helmets, lights and bells distributed 38 Ladies Nights participants 7 Beginner Cyclist Classes 3 Basic Instructor courses 2 40ft containers purchases and… read more
Paths for everyone: why it matters.
Think of a memorable walk you’ve had. Picture a cycle ride you enjoyed with your family or friends. I’m guessing that these weren’t on or alongside a busy road. We all need places to walk or cycle, scoot or wheel, away from the noise, fumes, stress and danger of traffic. Somewhere where we can teach… read more
Imagine being able to ride over the bridges!
This summer we had the first Bridge Bike Shuttle to get you over the bridges with your bike. Imagine the day when we won’t need that because you’ll be able to pedal yourself over the Narragansett Bay. As you can imagine we’re THRILLED to be talking about this prospect and excited to be part of the discovery process. To… read more
Bikes + Coffee = LOVE!
Perfect seasonal gifts! Wake up, y’all! Check out what’s brewing for your morning caffeine. Bike Newport has teamed up with Empire Tea and Coffee to bring you – BICYCLE BLEND! Pick up your “medium-light, sweet and nutty with notes of caramel and chocolate” (YUM!) at Bike Newport or Empire AND enjoy it from your very own… read more
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