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Holiday Bike Giveaway 2025 ❤️

December 11, 2025

Children enjoying a bike ride and outdoor activities at Bike Newport event, promoting cycling, community events, family fun, and active transportation in Newport, Rhode Island.

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

Related posts in Community, Education, Holidays

Island-Wide Discussion: E-Bikes

December 10, 2025

Electric bike riding safety tips for Newport bicycle enthusiasts.

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

Related posts in Advocacy, E-bikes

Volunteers Prepare Kids Bikes for the Holidays

November 14, 2025

Bike repair workshop with students assembling bicycles at Bike Newport, Rhode Island, community cycling event, emphasizing bike maintenance, safety, and local bike culture in Newport.

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

Related posts in Events, Holidays, Volunteer

Earlier Sunset, Change Your Mindset

November 3, 2025

A cyclist locks bicycle at night with bike lights on, near a fence, wearing helmet and gear, illuminated by streetlight, in an urban setting for Bike Newport.

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

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First Person: Freedom on Two Wheels – Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll

November 3, 2025

Children riding bikes and scooters on a sunny street for outdoor recreation and family activity in Newport, Rhode Island.

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.

Related posts in Community, Events, Group rides

First Person: Detroit Bike Advocacy Workshop

October 27, 2025

Group of cyclists riding together on a city street in Newport, promoting bike safety and community biking events.

The League of American Bicyclists recently hosted a Bike Advocacy Training Workshop at Wayne University in Detroit, Michigan. From October 7th to 9th, I joined more than 40 other bike advocates from across the country to listen, learn, and ride together. These workshops take place twice a year in select cities that are models of active transportation innovation. 

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Bike Newport is Honored by Newport’s Public Education Foundation

October 26, 2025

Celebrating bike advocacy and community with Bike Newport recognition award at local event.

It’s a great honor to be selected by the Newport Public Education Foundation as the 2025 Noreen Stonor Drexel Unsung Hero – for promoting healthy, active lifestyles among Newport youth through initiatives that teach life skills while instilling community values and environmental responsibility. The extraordinary experience began in June when we received a letter of…  read more

Related posts in Advocacy, Education

Newport Mansions is Encouraging Visitors to “Get There By Bike!”

September 27, 2025

Bike Newport public transit bus promoting cycling tours in Newport, Rhode Island for eco-friendly transportation.

Be on the lookout for this “Get There By Bike” message on the back of RIPTA’s Newport Trolley. This free hop-on hop-off City loop – aka Route 67 – serves popular tourist destinations including the Newport Mansions, the Cliff Walk, and Salve Regina University.  The message, featuring people on bikes visiting The Elms mansion, is…  read more

Related posts in Destinations, Get There By Bike, Mansions

Bike Newport To Be Honored at “An Evening For Education”

September 23, 2025

Children cycling on a bike safety training course at Bike Newport, promoting bike safety and skills for youth cyclists.

On Thursday, October 23, 2025, the community will gather for the annual Evening for Education: in support of Newport’s Public Education Foundation and celebrating the people and organizations who make Newport’s schools stronger, brighter, and full of possibility. The location is Innovate Newport at 513 Broadway. Bike Newport is very honored to be the 2025…  read more

Bike to the Beach 2025: Pedals, Purpose and Smiles

September 14, 2025

Eleven Bike Newport riders team ready to ride the 'Bike to the Beach'.

Team Bike Newport sets off in Woonsocket on their 110k/62mi “Metric Century” On September 13th, Riders from New England and beyond rolled into Newport’s King Park at the end of  the annual Bike to the Beach charity ride. The event brings together seasoned cyclists, new riders, and supporters — united not just by the love…  read more

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