The Towns of Warren and Bristol have partnered to study the feasibility of a trail (biking, walking or both) on the National Grid Easement from Child Street in Warren to Tupelo in Bristol. This path, if found feasible, would offer neighborhoods in Warren and Bristol a pedestrian link off of Metacom Avenue and create access… read more
Advocacy
Volunteers are needed for the Sunday July 28th Cyclovia being held on Valley Street between san Souci Drive and Atwells Avenue. Volunteers will be responsible for monitoring side streets and ensuring that drivers do not take their vehicles onto the closed roadway. Shifts are 2 hours each, from 11 to 1 and 1 to 3PM… read more
Join AIPC and Bike Newport to celebrate the initial funding for the Aquidneck Island Bikeway!
We hope you will join us on July 15th as we celebrate the initial funding for the building of the Aquidneck Island Bikeway! This is a major step toward enhancing Newport’s
Details via Tina Dolen, Executive Director of the Aquidneck Island Planning Commission.
AIPC invites you to celebrate the launch of the Aquidneck Island Bikeway
with our Congressional Delegation, appointed and elected officials,
state agencies, our funder and bike enthusiasts
July 15th – former Midway Pier on Narragansett Bay
(on Burma Road opposite Greene Lane)
10:00 a.m. to noon
We’ll gather under the tent for light refreshments, a few words from bikeway supporters, and for those interested, a short bike ride along Burma Road
(Please bring your bike or use one of a few provided by AIPC)
The launch celebrates the van Beuren Charitable Foundation’s generous gift to put the bikeway in motion by underwriting a design study review, the first step in moving the bikeway closer to completion. This bikeway can be finished in as little as 3 to 4 years.
Much of the 18 mile route is either already in place or will soon be completed, thanks to
support from the Rhode Island Department of Transportation.
The Bikeway will consist of dedicated lanes plus a 1.2 mile rail with trail on Narragansett Bay. It will connect with 55 miles of off-island bike trails. Riders can explore the island in a manner that is safe, reduces traffic congestion, celebrates the island’s natural beauty, provides healthy exercise and above all creates an unparalleled recreational asset.
Signing up in advance will help us plan for refreshments.
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Cyclovia Providence, Broad Street June 30, Volunteers needed
Volunteers are needed for the Sunday June 30th Cyclovia being held on Broad Street between Thurbers and Prairie Avenues. Volunteers will be responsible for monitoring side streets and ensuring that drivers do not take their vehicles onto the closed roadway. Shifts are 2 hours each, from 11 to 1 and 1 to 3PM with water… read more
Providence Viaduct Stakeholders meeting 6/20
The RI bike community should know that at 9am on Thurs June 20 RIDOT is calling a stakeholder meeting for their project to replace the I-95 Viaduct where it goes over the rr tracks and roads behind Providence Place mall. This might be of interest as the passage behind the mall under the viaduct, now rather forlorn,… read more
Lock Cutting Result of Rogue Employee?
As previously discussed, Providence experienced a period of unrest recently as bike locks were being cut by an over zealous city employee. An ecoRI article reports on the recent Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (BPAC) meeting, where members had an opportunity to meet with Leo Perrotta, supervisor at the Providence Public Works Department. During this… read more
New England Bike-Walk Summit Returns!
The New England Bike-Walk Summit returns to RI this fall! On Friday, October 4, stakeholders from all over New England will descend on Providence for a full day of breakout sessions, field visits, and networking. Speakers include Andy Clarke (President, League of American Bicyclists) and Keith Laughlin (President, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy)! Presenters are being sought right… read more
Another Cyclist Death
On the tail of Wednesday’s Ride of Silence dedicated to cyclist who have been killed, we are sorry to report multiple news sources (boston.com, Projo) are reporting the death of a North Providence High School cyclist: NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) – A North Providence High School student riding his bicycle died after he was struck… read more
Let’s Rally Rhode Islanders to the National Bike Challenge
The National Bike Challenge starts tomorrow! From May 1st to September 30 bicyclists from across the country will be joining a friendly competition amongst riders who voluntarily track their miles.
Let’s ‘up’ Rhode Island participation this year! It’s crazy easy to join – simply follow this LINK to set up your account and then post your miles whenever you have the time. No stress. No new apps. No pressure. Lots of fun. Sign up on your own, or click HERE to join the statewide RIBIKE team.
Together we’ll rack up the miles and burn some calories. We’ll show the world the Ocean State has the numbers!
Spread the word! Invite your friends, family and colleagues to join. Post the link on your Facebook page, and tweet away, if that’s your thing. The sign up and reporting process is simple. There’s even a smartphone app to take it with you.
Click HERE for the 2013 National Bike Challenge site.
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Bicycle in Rhode Island – NPR Segment Now Online
In case you missed the live version of the Policy & Pinot segment and the rebroadcast this past Sunday… fear not. You can now listen to the segment online. Enjoy!
2012 Annual Report Released
Although this report was a bit delayed, we had a pretty good 2012, and are on track to continue on an even footing into 2013. We’ve seen many changes for bicycle users around Rhode Island in some communities, hopefully for the good. We also with sadness had to say goodbye to one of the most… read more
Collegiate Road Races need Volunteers Apr 20, 21
I just got copied on a message from the Brown and RISD cycling teams asking for assistance with a Time Trial, Road Race and Criterium. The Time Trial and Road Race will be held on Saturday April 20 starting from Scituate Middle School and on Sunday, the Crit will be held starting at Market Square… read more