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Bike A Thon

Written by Boston Biker on May 09

Its that time of year again, the time of year when there are a million sweet bike events going on, the Bike-a-Thon is an annual favorite, check it out!

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Event Description:

Registration now open. CALLING ALL BIKE RIDERS! Ride with Bikes Not Bombs to support unique bicycle-based social justice work, through youth programs in Boston and the donation of over 5,000 bicycles annually to Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Choose from three scenic rides: 15, 25, or 65 miles. Rides start and end in Jamaica Plain on Sunday June 12th. Pre-registration is required. Register on our website – www.bikesnotbombs.org – or call 617-522-0222. The afterparty is the Green Roots Festival, also open to the public.


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Bikes Not Bombs Bike To Work Week Yard Sale

Written by Boston Biker on May 04

Another fun event from BNB

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Saturday May 14 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
This is our BIKE TO WORK WEEK Event! we’ll be raffling off the ultimate commuter generator lighting dynamo wheel, light and tire set! (Shimano dynohub, planet bike light, and Schwalbe Marathon tire set! PLUS we’re
having a YARD SALE! Come score awesome bargains at our yard sale, rain or shine. We’ll be putting out new stuff at special yard sale rates, plus a new cache of new bike shoes at $15/pair (various sizes)! Not to be missed!

Bikes Not Bombs Retail Bike Shop 18 Bartlett Sq. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
617-522-0226


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Bikes Not Bombs Touring Discussion

Written by Boston Biker on May 04

Got this in the email, its that time of year, well its always that time of year, but if you were thinking about bike touring this might be a good start. And it’s free!

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Tuesday May 31 Bicycle Touring
8pm
A discussion about fun overnight bicycle trips for beginners and seasoned cycle tourists alike. We’ll talk about gear, packing lists, destinations and route planning near and far. Free.
Bikes Not Bombs Retail Bike Shop
18 Bartlett Sq. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130


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    • Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023
      TweetThe main issue you will confront if you get into a dispute with police over bicycle prohibitions is whether the prohibition is supported by law. Often it is not. Example: the ramp from Commonwealth Avenue to Route 128 northbound and … Continue reading →
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    • Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020
      TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →
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    • Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020
      TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →
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    • Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020
      TweetSometimes, the best way to gather ideas and feedback is to let people draw on some maps. Last night, at the Bike Network Open House, pedallovers unveiled a draft for their upcoming plans for a more connected biking network infrastructure … Continue reading →
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