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New Classes At The Big Blue Bike Barn

July 17, 2019

The Big Blue Bike Barn

Things are heating up at the Big Blue Bike Barn as we start not one, not two, but three new classes to help bike riders of all stripes build their confidence over a series of five sessions. Reserve your spot now!* Roll Models: Mondays, July 22 – August 19 3:30pm – 5pm It’s good to…  read more

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The Big Blue Bike Barn Gets a Green Boost

August 30, 2018

We’re happy to announce that Bike Newport received $10,000 from Rhode Island Foundation to ensure green infrastructure at the upcoming Big Blue Bike Barn. The work will include adding solar, collecting rainwater and fabricating furniture from locally sourced wood. Modeled on the successes of the Red Shed in Olneyville, our new Bike Barn will dramatically increase the…  read more

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Gears and Beers

August 20, 2018

Newport Craft and Bike Newport presents Gears & Beers. Join us for this event at the brewery Tuesday, August 28th from 6-8pm.   Enjoy a fresh brew (or cocktail) while everyone shares skills and talks bikes. In this session we’ll cover the basics of how to fix a flat tire. Bring your bike if you’d like to learn…  read more

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Complete Smart Cycling Class – Please join us.

August 9, 2018

The Rhode Island Bicycle Coalition (RI Bike) is organizing a Complete Smart Cycling Class via Bike Newport and would love for you to join us on October 7th, 8-5pm The Complete Smart Cycling Class is a very helpful overview about riding with traffic for everyone – and pre-requisite for Instructor Training. Everyone who attends this class will…  read more

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It’s Getting Darker Earlier – Fall Back and Light Up!

November 2, 2016

FALL BACK and LIGHT UP! Bicyclists are Reminded to be Visible at Night Local bike shops help with equipment discounts. As the clocks fall back, cyclists need to light up. Daylight Savings Time ends on Sunday, November 6th. As darkness arrives earlier, cyclists are reminded to take extra precaution riding at night. White lights on…  read more

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Make the switch to everyday biking: Transportation Cycling Workshop on 10/17/15

September 29, 2015

It’s time to make the switch to everyday bicycling. We’re here to help. Are you a recreational rider who’s ready to ditch the car for everyday commuting and errands? Do you ride on trails or bike paths on the weekends but need some support in making the transition to riding with traffic? Are you just getting…  read more

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Bike Safety and Maintenance Classes: Gain Confidence on the Road and in the Garage

September 17, 2014

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

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Pedal, Stretch, Breathe

July 9, 2014

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

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12 New League Certified Instructors!

June 11, 2012

Congratulations to Newport’s League Certified InstructorsThanks to the generosity of supporters at our successful winter fundraiser, 12 local bicycle advocates participated in a three-day intensive training with the League of American Bicyclists  – to become League Certified Instructors. We’re now ready to teach bike skills, traffic safety, smart cycling and road sharing workshops to students of all…  read more

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Certified Instructor Training: a few spaces left

March 4, 2012

FREE LCI TRAINING ($350 VALUE): Bike Newport is sponsoring LAB bicycle educator training for 15 Newport cyclists/advocates.  This intensive comprehensive class is taught by the League of American Bicyclists and results in nationally-recognized LCI (League Certified Instructor) certification to teach bicycle skills and safety classes.  http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/education/seminars.php Our goal is to have an advocate/instructor base with the…  read more

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Bike Class: How to Ride in Traffic / Nov 8-12

October 26, 2011

League of American Bicyclists (LAB) 3-part Class How to Ride in Traffic 3-part class: Cost $45 Space Limited REGISTRATION REQUIRED Please RSVP ASAP to info@bikenewport.me Taught by LAB certified instructors Wed 11/9 6-8pm at Newport Public Library Program Room Thurs 11/10 6-8pm at Newport Public Library Stride Room Sat 11/12 10a,-3pm Location TBA Course Description:…  read more

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Bicycle Survey and Community Workshop

September 27, 2011

Click here for the Bicycle Survey for Newport Residents Great news!  On Wednesday, October 5, the Newport City Council is convening a Community Workshop on Bicycling at 6:30pm at City Hall. This Workshop is an opportunity for residents to share their ideas, experiences, concerns and vision related to bicycling in Newport. In preparation for the…  read more

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