Archive for October 2009

Recycle-a-Bike (RAB) Fixed Gear Workshop

Oct 30th, 2009 | By

Looking to transform that old bicycle you have sitting in your basement into a fixie?  Then join Recycle-a-Bike for one of their fixed gear workshops: Nov. 4 and 11, 6-9pm with Daniel. Learn how to turn any bike into a fixed gear. We have plenty in stock here to work on, but you are welcome
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Halloween Bike Parade!!

Oct 29th, 2009 | By
Halloween Bike Parade!!

Our awesome friends at the Woonasquatucket River Greenway have organized what will be one of Providence’s most memorable bike events: the Bike and Skate Fall Festival! Check it out:



Anti-Texting Legislation Update

Oct 20th, 2009 | By
Anti-Texting Legislation Update

Barry Shiller, our resident legislation expert, provided us with an update on the anti-texting bill (S204A) in advance of last night’s advocacy meeting.  For those who were not able to attend, here are some of the highlights from Barry: If the Assembly reconvenes for 2 days in late October, I have been advocating passage of
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Seekonk Man Killed in Bicycle Accident

Oct 19th, 2009 | By

From a recent post on the NBW email list: I just heard from a co-worker that Patrick Condon of Seekonk, age 56, was killed last Friday in a bicycle accident. I did know him and have no other details. Does anyone have any further information? The obituary was in yesterday’s Providence Journal. Does anyone have
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Bike Lane on the Henderson

Oct 19th, 2009 | By
Bike Lane on the Henderson

I came in via the Henderson Bridge this morning and noticed there are now bike lane signs.  Unfortunately, there is no sign of the actual bike lane!  I applaud RIDOT for their attention to bicycles, this bridge has plenty of room to add bicycle lanes. While I’m certainly glad to see the signs, I’m once
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Procycle 2009 Art Show

Oct 16th, 2009 | By
Procycle 2009 Art Show

Looking for something to do as the weather turns cooler and the roads become wet?  During the month of November, there will be an ongoing art show at the newly renovated Machines with Magnets Gallery.  Sixteen (16) Artists from CT, MA and RI have contributed scores of pieces to celebrate bicycling. They are holding an
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GARI/PBC Merger Meeting – October 19th

Oct 16th, 2009 | By

We will hold the first, of many no doubt, meetings to discuss what needs to happen to go forward with the GARI/PBC Merger on Monday, October 19th following the regular PBC advocacy meeting.  Anyone interested in being involved with the process is invited to join us. While anyone is welcome to join us, I am
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InterBike – Safe Cycling Classes

Oct 10th, 2009 | By

The US Open Cycle Foundation I offering multiple safe cycling classes over the next two days at InterBike. The classes are being offered on Saturday and Sunday at: 10am & 1pm – adult classes 11am & 2pm – child classes If you want to learn more aout how to ride safely come an join one
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Interbike – Come Play

Oct 10th, 2009 | By

The InterBike consumer days are here. Come ride 2010 bikes, watch cyclocross racing, see friends and have fun. The vendors are here, where are you? The weather is going to be great, what could be a better way to spend a Saturday in October?



Interbike – Bike In Movie

Oct 9th, 2009 | By

Join us for a showing of two movies, popcorn, and beer tonight @ 7:00pm at Waste Not Want Not (232 Westminster Street). Recycle-a-Bike will be providing bike valet services, so you can leave the car at home! Come join us and have some fun!

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