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World Bicycle Day Hits a Little Differently in 2020

June 3, 2020 ridebikes Bicycle Equity Leave a comment

In 2018, the UN General Assembly declared June 3 to be World Bicycle Day. Bicycles truly are wonderful freedom and connection machines. But underlying this amazing invention is serious inequity for riders who are black, brown, poor, or female. The bicycle industry is largely white

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“Car-Free Experience” on the Natchez Trace, September 2019 – Some Thoughts

September 30, 2019 ridebikes Uncategorized Leave a comment

Sunday, September 29th: a fantastic morning riding on the Natchez Trace Parkway with friends. The event used to be called “Car-Free Day on the Trace” but now is called “Car-Free Experience on the Trace” – which is smart rebranding, as it only lasts for three hours. Some

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What Makes a Bike Rider a Great Rider?

June 12, 2018 ridebikes About Bike Fun, Bike Riding Reflections, Riders Leave a comment

One of the statements I hear the most is, “I’m not a cyclist, but…” I will generally ask them if they ride a bike, and if the answer is yes, I’ll say, “Congratulations! You’re a cyclist! You’re a bike rider!” They’ll scrunch their face up

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Win Some, Win Some

June 28, 2017 ridebikes About Bike Fun, Bike Bits, Riders Leave a comment

During the Nashville Community Education educators showcase back in January, attendees were invited to drop their name in the hat for a series of raffle prizes – two of which were a one-hour Bike Fun session on a topic of their choosing. I met up with

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Choose Your Own Disaster Ride – November 16, 2019

November 18, 2016 ridebikes Leave a comment

Have you ever been on a bicycle ride and encountered a disastrous mechanical situation? KJ Garner of Bike Fun will offer a menu of disaster selections, tailored towards riders who want to be able to take charge of their situations with confidence!

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