bikes
Why poor people don't go to bike shops
by (The Spoke Folks)
Submitted 09-27-2016 under NONPROFITS
At The Spoke Folks, our goal is to ensure everyone has access to a safe and reliable bike. As a part of this, we have known disenfranchised communities, especially communities of color, need our services the most. This summer the mobile...
East Hills unveils bicycle, pedestrian improvements
by (EHCN)
Submitted 05-31-2016 under NEWS
Eat. Shop. Rock. kicks off this week in East Hills on Thursday, June 2nd in front of ICCF, 920 Cherry St. SE from 6-9 p.m. Join in on the family-friendly fun with free music provided by The Bootstrap Boys and Valentiger. Brewery Vivant beer is...
Central District Cyclery moves to Creston neighborhood
by (srfox)
Submitted 03-30-2016 under NEWS
Nate Phelps, owner of the Central District Cyclerly bike shop newly settled in the North side, is already getting involved in the neighborhood. The shop sign went up on the new storefront March 28, making the newcomer official. However, Phelps...
Women's bicycling campaign kicks off spring, summer season with celebration on International Women's Day
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 03-01-2016 under NEWS
She Rides Her Own Way is kicking off its spring and summer season by celebrating International Women's Day at Founders Brewing Company on March 8, 2016. She Rides Her Own Way is a local campaign with three objectives, including self esteem...
She Rides her Own Way to host Women and Bikes speaker series
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 09-15-2015 under NEWS
She Riders Her Own Way will kick off their "Women and Bike" Speaker Series on September 17 to introduce the women's movement in cycling and encourage new riders to experience bike culture. Keynote panelists include ...
New app-driven bike sharing program comes to Grand Rapids
by (Elizabeth Roger...)
Submitted 07-28-2015 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
Spokefly is a new bike sharing program that has just started in Grand Rapids, making it possible for residents to "rent a bike instantly from your phone," according to their website. The concept was made reality through the a collaboration...
Keep GR moving: Modern mobility strategy designed to build stronger city
by (Andy Guy)
Submitted 06-09-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
The traffic congestion choking rival cities like Austin, Texas is no problem here in uber-accessible Grand Rapids. We cherish and celebrate the "get anywhere in 20-30 minutes" fact of West Michigan living. Our opportunity and...
Ride Your Bike to ArtPrize--A Free Bike-Tuning Class
by (Oakdale Neighbors)
Submitted 09-15-2014 under
RIDE YOUR BIKE TO ARTPRIZE! Boston Square Community Bikes is hosting three "Ride Your Bike to ArtPrize" classes. Learn to tune your bike at this FREE three-hour class. Saturday, September 20th, 6-9pm; Sunday, September 21st, 1-...
Team GGRBC - Climate Ride Fundraiser
by (Greater Grand R...)
Submitted 07-07-2014 under
This fall, Greater Grand Rapids Bicycle Coalition members, friends, and supporters will ride 300 miles in support of a safe cycling community, sustainability, and GGRBC's Room to Ride campaign. Gather your friends and ride down to...
Clips Beer and Film Tour set to wheel through Grand Rapids for second year
by (andreemi)
Submitted 06-24-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
The Greater Grand Rapids Bicycle Coalition (GGRBC) will host New Begium Brewing Company's Clips Beer & Film Tour on Friday, June 27 from 8:30-11:30 p.m. at Ah Nab Awen Park, 303 Pearl Street NW. Admission is free. “[New...