“There is nothing, absolutely nothing, quite so worthwhile as simply messing about on bicycles.” ~ Tom Kunich.

 News & Upcoming Events
 

THANK YOU to all our 2014 Festival Volunteers

A remarkable group of more than 40 volunteers helped us park 2,695 bicycles at the Newport Folk Fest this year!  The story of more than one-tenth of Folk Fest attendees arriving by bike was picked up by the Associated Press and distributed to news outlets nationwide - your efforts were certainly noticed and celebrated! Thanks to Folk Fest sponsor REI for bringing volunteers to our parking and mechanics to our Tune-Up Tent. The Jazz Fest always sees decidedly fewer cyclists, but this year we had some seriously wet weather to make it even more challenging. Even so, 60-70 diehard jazz cats braved the rains each day. Thanks to all who helped out! 

Paid Research Opportunity for Youth

We are looking for youth road auditors aged 16-25 for upcoming assignments. This would involve being stationed near Newport's busiest intersections to observe and collect important data on cyclist and motorist behavior. Commitment is six hours total, and pay is $10/hr. If interested, send your name and letter of interest to Liza.

Volunteers Needed:
Bike to the Beach New England
Friday, August 29th

Kick off your Labor Day weekend by providing encouragement and support to cyclists who are riding 100 miles from Boston to Newport! The annual Bike to the Beach raises money for autism awareness and research. We need eight volunteers stationed along the scenic route. Shifts are 3.5 hours each ranging from 10:30 am to 4pm on Friday, August 29th. Email Liza to find out more. Rather ride the century? Click here to register. 
 

Rides: See Calendar 
For Details & Updates

Bike Newport Weekly Group Ride:

(Most) Saturdays: 8:45 a.m. Ocean Drive loop with starts at Miantonomi and Touro Parks. Check the calendar for details.


Three Off-Island Rides:
Aug 25th, Sept 14th, and Sept 27-28th

More Rides Statewide!
 

Sun, August 10th: Ride 'Round Rhody

The sixth annual RRR bike-a-thon will inspire and enable hundreds of participants to raise more than $100,000 for local cancer treatment and clinical trials that will have a national impact. Bike Newport will be there from 10am-2pm with a children's Safety Town and Skills Clinic. rrrhody.org


Fri, August 29th: Bike to the Beach New England

Join Bike to the Beach (B2B) on August 29th to help raise awareness and money for autism. Their 100-mile ride ride from Boston, MA to Newport, RI is an excellent fitness challenge as well as a great opportunity to volunteer and make a difference in your community. 

 

Ride Safe. Ride Happy. Ride!