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Statewide Bike and Transit Advocates Make Plea to TAC

November 20, 2022

The following was reported in its entirety by John Flaherty of Grow Smart RI: Thank you to the nearly two-dozen people who spoke up before the State Transportation Advisory Committee (TAC) Thursday evening, November 17, 2022. There was a diversity of voices heard loud and clear making the case to fund and prioritize implementation of…  read more

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Your Feedback is Needed on Transportation Plan

May 18, 2022

Let’s Keep Newport Moving! The City of Newport wants our feedback. The City has released proposed recommendations for the Newport Transportation Master Plan and they are interested in our feedback. Please visit the survey and interactive webmap and encourage friends and family to do the same. By sharing feedback, we can build a collective vision…  read more

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Black History Month and Bicycling

February 6, 2021

Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month we looked into the archives to share these incredible stories with you. Learn about soldiers on bikes, female cyclists’ cross -country adventures, and one of the world record holders who set the record for the fastest bicycle mile! Katherine T. “Kittie” Knox Kittie Knox, courtesy USA Cycling In 1890, when the…  read more

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The Bike Newport t-shirts are back!

October 8, 2019

Bike Newport tshirts

  It’s not too early to be thinking about holidays or treating yourself to a new tee and water bottle. Bike Newport is ready to splat our way into the Broadway Street Fair with our annual ‘Pie Jousting Contest‘ on Saturday, Oct 12th. Join us to help fundraise for our youth education programs and treat yourself to a t-shirts and water…  read more

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Getting Around RI Without A Car

June 12, 2019

Take bike on a bus

Article written by Barry Schiller. There are many, especially in the bicycle community, who are aware how the drive-everywhere culture has eroded the quality of both cities and the countryside, that transportation emissions are the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions, that always driving contributes to obesity and ill-health as well as the outflow of…  read more

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ALERT: RIDOT Proposal Slashes Bike Funding

January 26, 2019

Advocacy Alert

Rhode Island Department of Transportation Proposal Slashes Bicycle and Pedestrian Project Funding Statewide  (Jan 26, 2019) The “Major Amendment to the State Transportation Improvement Plan” presented by RIDOT to the State Transportation Advisory Committee on January 24th includes 33% cut to the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) over four years. TAP is the primary source of funding for…  read more

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Letter to the Public: Major Amendment to the TIP

January 25, 2019

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

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STIP Major Amendment Includes Drastic Reduction in Bike Funding

January 11, 2019

RI 2018-2027 Transportation Plan

A major amendment to the STIP (State Transportation Improvement Plan) was presented by RIDOT (Rhode Island Department of Transportation) to the State Planning Council on Jan 10 and will be presented to the State TAC (Transportation Advisory Committee) on Jan 24.  The amendment addresses a shortfall in funding and includes a reduction of $27.67 million…  read more

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Statewide Bicycle Planning Guides

January 8, 2019

RI Moving Forward Statewide Bicycle plan

Did you know Rhode Island and Massachusetts have draft statewide Bicycle Planning Guides? Massachusetts Department of Transportation has a ‘Draft Municipal Resource Guide For Bikeability,’ and Rhode Island has a draft ‘Bicycle Mobility Plan.’ Give them a read and see the future when all road users are treated equally and we leave car-centric planning behind.…  read more

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Garaje en español

January 2, 2019

Garaje En Espanol a Bike Newport

El garaje de bicicletas es un espacio exclusivo y alentador para que los hispanohablantes vengan y trabajen en bicicletas. No se requiere experiencia. Traiga su propia bicicleta o voluntario durante 3 horas para obtener una bicicleta gratis. The Bike Garage is an exclusive and encouraging space for Spanish speakers to come and work on bikes. No…  read more

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Bikes + Coffee = LOVE!

December 18, 2018

Allyson with Bike Blend Coffee

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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Newport City Council candidates discuss transportation issues

October 29, 2018

Dear Newport Residents, Bike Newport sent questions to all Newport City Council candidates regarding transportation issues in Newport that we thought would interest you. We thank the nine respondents for their time, effort and consideration. We have shared the answers exactly as we received them. Answers appear in alphabetical order by candidate. At-large candidate Susan…  read more

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Active transportation – what can you do to help?

October 19, 2018

The Newport Health Equity Zone’s (HEZ) goal is increased resident participation in walking and bicycling for transportation, exercise, and recreation in Newport, RI. Bike Newport partners with the HEZ to ensure they accomplish their goals. Beyond the physical and emotional health benefits of active transportation, any mode of transportation allows residents to access many health…  read more

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New bike racks in Newport!

October 19, 2018

Have you seen the New Belgium bike racks around town? Thanks to Midtown Oyster Bar and Pour Judgement for being the sponsoring hosts of these awesome New Belgium Brewing bike racks. So what are you waiting for? Hop on it!     Are you a business around Newport? Check out the business benefits Why Sponsor a Rack? Well-located bicycle racks help…  read more

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Fall Back and Light up 2018

October 16, 2018

FALL BACK and LIGHT UP! Bicyclists are reminded to be visible at night with local bike shops helping with 20% discounts on bike lights. As the clocks fall back, cyclists need to light up. Can you believe it, daylight saving’s time is just around the corner! It will get darker a lot earlier, but that’s NO…  read more

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On November 6th 2018, vote ‘Yes On 3’. Here’s why you should….

October 15, 2018

    Bari Freeman, Executive Director of Bike Newport RI, presenting at the rally in support of the Green Economy and Clean Water Bond. Video courtesy of upriseri.com ___________________________ On November 6th, not only will you be able to vote for your governor, senator, and various local officials next month, Rhode Islanders will also have a chance to vote…  read more

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Annual Tour de Fright 2018

October 12, 2018

  We’re kicking off Halloween with our Tour de Fright costume ride right through downtown Newport on Tuesday Oct 30th. Helmets recommended, as well as bike-able spooky costumes. As always it’s an open event, invite your pals and meet us at Bike Newport, 6pm. Don’t forget your bike, helmets and lights…aaaooooo!! Tuesday Oct 30th • 6-7pm •…  read more

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The survey results are in!

October 12, 2018

  The Bike Garage Survey data was collected through a variety of media to get a pretty good diversity of Newport rider types.  See below for the full results. The short story: riders say they’ll ride more when they feel safer. And protected bike routes make them feel safe.  

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Riders Ready?…JOUST!

October 3, 2018

What a splatter fest! Join us at the Broadway Street Fair at our annual ‘Pie Jousting Contest‘ Saturday • Oct 6th • 12-6pm Face off against another pie wielding competitor on a bike. When the judge says “JOUST” ride past each other and try to throw your pie at the other competitor. There are only two rules; 1) No…  read more

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Regarding the Pell Bridge Ramp Realignment Designs

September 21, 2018

The following notes were shared by Bike Newport to RI Department of Transportation as part of the community review process.   These notes reflect input discussed and gathered at numerous community reviews, including Newport Health Equity Zone, North End Neighborhood Association, Bike Newport Board of Directors, Newport Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission, and other Bike…  read more

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