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Free Classes From Massbike
Written by Boston Biker on Aug 24From Massbike
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Knowlege Is Power: Register Now For Free Classes!
With the students returning and the weather cooling off, the perfect fall bicycling weather will soon be upon us. We have a lot of classes scheduled for the Boston area, and a few classes in the works for the Berkshires and Pioneer Valley. Take a look below to see if there is anything that appeals to you. Thanks to the generous support of the Boston Collaborative for Food and Fitness, all classes are free and open to the public. However, since attendance is limited, you must RSVP here to attend.
Bikeable Communities Trainings
Bikeable Communities trainings come in two parts. The first training provides an overview of the decision making process in transportation, and outlines strategies for advocates to plug into that process. The second training focuses on specific infrastructure, programs and policies that can be used to encourage biking in a community. Together, these trainings lay the foundation for citizens and community leaders to effectively improve the environment for bicycling. Click here for more description of the trainings.
Part One, “Plugging Into The Process”
Part Two, “Policies, Programs and Projects”
Boston, MA
60 Temple Place, Boston
Biking For Everyone Workshops
1000 Commonwealth Ave, Newton
Boston City Hall
Basics of Better Biking (On-Bike Workshop)
Meets at the Corner of Agganis Way and Commonwealth Avenue
Meets at the Main Entrance of South Station
If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
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Beginner Road Racing Clinic At Wells Ave
Written by Boston Biker on Jun 07From Euphoria before total implosion
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Beginner Road Racing Clinic at Wells Ave
Sunday June 24th at 7:15 am-9:30am
Presented by the Broadway Bicycle School/Igleheart Frames Racing Team
Are you interested in trying road racing? Don’t know where to start? The Broadway Bicycle School/Igleheart Frames Racing Team wants to help you learn the basics of road racing. Riders will receive instruction in racing safety and technique and then have the opportunity to try out their new skills in a beginner-only race. Woman and junior racers will have a separate race to compete in.
Riders will receive:
1. Water, coffee and Snacks
2. 30 minutes of oral instruction on the basics of group riding and road race safety.
3. 30 minutes of group riding instruction with expert racers.
4. The opportunity to race in a Beginner-only race
5. Instruction DURING the beginner’s race at Wells Ave
Notes:
· There is no cost for the clinic.
· Entry to the beginner’s race at Wells costs $20 ($10 for one day license + $10 race fee)
· Juniors’ race fees will be paid by Mike Keough (Bay Hill Capital). Thanks Mike!
· All riders must have a helmet, a working road bicycle with drop handlebars (no aero bars or clip ons) and a jersey with sleeves (per USAC regulation)
· Minor must bring a USA Cycling release form signed by a parent or guardian (http://www.usacycling.org/forms/rider_release.pdf)
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E Ink Local Film Fest, With My Own Two Wheels Screening
Written by Boston Biker on Mar 05Got this in the email, looks fun, and With my own two wheels, looks pretty awesome.
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We are hosting the local Wild and Scenic Film Festival, an all-day event of film, foods, and festivities, on Saturday, March 31st. We hope that you will be able to come, especially since our evening program will feature two films, one of which is “With My Own Two Wheels” (a film by Jacob & Issac Seigel-Boettner & Ian Wexler about “the bicycle as a vehicle for change around the world”).
More details on the days’ events can be found here:
http://www.e-action.us/
http://www.facebook.com/
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Free Winter Workshop
Written by Boston Biker on Feb 01Via Ferris Wheels
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Jumpstart Your Season! workshop
When: Sunday, February 12, 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Where: Ferris Wheels Bike Shop, 66 South Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
What: Laura Smeaton, a League of American Bicyclists LCI (League Cycling Instructor) presents a free workshop for those who want to get out on their bikes earlier this year. Stubborn patches of ice, chilly breezes, and cold spring rains will be no match for you once you’re equipped with the knowledge from this workshop! Winter? What winter?!
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Winterize Your Bicycle (Snacks And Free Beer!)
Written by Boston Biker on Nov 30From the email.
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Free and open to all cyclists – Winterize with the Boston Cyclists Union and Giant Cycling World at 11 Kilmarnock Street across from the Landmark Center in Boston. Sunday Dec. 4th from 5-7pm. Learn how to extend your riding season with a collection of great tips for year-round cyclists. We’ll teach you the basics of: how to maintain your bicycle through the sleet and snow, how to ride safely on icy & slush-filled roads, how to stay visible in the dark, and how to stay warm and toasty. Hosted by Giant Cycling World with free snacks and beer for those of age.
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The Word On The Street
Here is what people are saying
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe 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 →jsallen
- Where bicycles are prohibited in Massachusetts August 16, 2023TweetThe 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 →jsallen
- It’s Finally Happening! 5th Annual Hot Cocoa Ride Feb 12! February 8, 2022... Continue reading →commonwheels
- It’s Finally Happening! 5th Annual Hot Cocoa Ride Feb 12! February 8, 2022... Continue reading →commonwheels
- Hello world! June 9, 2021Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing! Continue reading →thecommunityspoke
- Run The Jewels Lead Free Pewter Hand Carved And Cast Pin Set January 3, 2021Made these lovely RTJ fist and gun pin set. Hand carved in wax, and then cast in lead free pewter. Because these are made by hand you can do fun things like add an extra small pin so that they sit just so (also means they have “customized” brass back plates to accommodate the extra […]Boston Biker
- My Work In The Wild: Feather Head Badge With Chris King Headset January 3, 2021One of my customers sent me this amazing picture of my feather badge installed on their (awesome!) bike. Check out Manofmultnomah (here and here), apparently Chris King took some interest in it as well. Want one of your own? Buy it here, or here... Continue reading →Boston Biker
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, 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 →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, 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 →greg
- Boston’s Invitation to Improve Biking in Boston: Draw on Some Maps! December 14, 2020TweetSometimes, 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 →greg
