In case you hadn’t heard, there’s a huge AROUND-THE-WORLD SAILING RACE coming to Newport in May! Bike Newport is one of the members of the volunteer-driven Sustainability Committee, Transportation Committee and with an exhibit in the Exploration Zone for the Volvo Ocean Race Newport Stopover. And we’d love for you to join us as a volunteer on… read more
How to ride a bike safely on Broadway
^ the new sharrows on Broadway position bicyclists right behind cars that are backing up. Over the weekend, the full length of Broadway was painted with much-anticipated “sharrows” – road markings indicating shared use by cars and bicycles. But wait – these sharrows are located immediately next to backing out cars. Is that where they… read more
“THE FIRST MILE” BIKE PATH IN NEWPORT
BOND FUNDS “THE FIRST MILE” BIKE PATH IN NEWPORT On Monday, March 13th, RI Governor Gina Raimondo announced the bikeway projects that will be funded by the state’s Greenway Economy Bond. The roster of priority projects expands the state’s bike path network while improving safety, equity and connectivity for people on bikes. Bond-funded projects will… read more
Bike Newport is Opening on Broadway
“Future Home of Bike Newport” – Exam room walls are coming down inside – making way for bike education and advocacy: (l-r) Henri Venable, Kellen Farnham, Brian Sweeney, all of Bike Newport; Dan Kwasniewski of Northeast Collaborative Architects; Bari Freeman of Bike Newport; Joe Cardella of Northeast Collaborative Architects; and Kelli Bacon of Schochet Companies … read more
Ride Rhode Island on Labor Day Saturday
RIDE the State Ride with Bike Newport and Bike to the Beach, in support of Autism Awareness and Better Biking 62 miles from Woonsocket to Newport, on Saturday September 3rd. In the words of South County State Rep Teresa Tanzi: “I did it last year and it was AMAZING!! Such a beautiful way to see the state. Urban, suburban… read more
We’re Raising a Bike Barn at 29 Spring Street
Butch Murray is the owner of the Fastnet Pub, and the adjacent property that formerly housed Jey’s Detailing. Recently, Murray pulled a page from the Generosity Handbook when he agreed to provide the space to Bike Newport – to bring bike culture to the heart and flow of Newport for the coming season. “I hadn’t… read more
Christmas on Wheels!
Christmas came on wheels this year for Newporter Niko Merritt and her children, Jayden, Ian, and Gianna. When they arrived at Bike Newport HQ on Tuesday the 23rd, there were four brand new bikes waiting – and helmets and locks – thanks to the generosity of the Newport Run and Chug Club and partygoers at their annual holiday party,… read more
The Ten Year Plan and the Next TIP
Photo: Gus LeSaffre on Sakonnet Bridge Bike Lane / by David Hansen, Newport Daily News On Friday, 10/23/15, RIDOT released the much-anticipated Ten Year Plan –a body of recommendations for statewide transportation priorities. The Ten Year Plan makes recommendations for the TIP. The Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) is the list of transportation projects that the… read more
Bike Newport is Hiring
^ Heads up: Tunka the dog will always try to steal your seat. As loveable Liza hops on her sturdy Surly to see the world, we’ve got an important seat to fill! Bike Newport’s next Program Manager will assist with all elements of our work in improving bike education, infrastructure, and ridership in and around… read more
Make the switch to everyday biking: Transportation Cycling Workshop on 10/17/15
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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