RI NEMBA

Hi all,

We’re spreading the word about the below event for our friend Josh at REI. From the REI website -

http://www.rei.com/rei/outdoorschool/Boston/bosmtbintro.jsp

Introduction to Mountain Biking (Outing)

Experience the thrill of mountain biking with our instructors as they teach you the proper techniques of shifting, braking, hill climbing and descent, body and pedal position, and navigating minor obstacles on the trail. This is designed as an educational ride, not a guided tour; we want to teach you how to get more out of your mountain biking experience.

We’ll start by addressing proper bike fit, making necessary adjustments to improve comfort and performance. Next we’ll demonstrate riding techniques and teach important communication and safety skills to prepare you for the ride. We’ll teach you the trail etiquette techniques that mountain bikers can use to help keep trails open and safe for all trail users. Then it’s off for a great ride to practice all the skills you’ve learned. Novara mountain bikes provided at no additional cost for those without a bike of their own. Recommended for those 14 and older; those under 18 must be accompanied by parent or responsible adult. NO RIDER IS LEFT BEHIND!

This event is being held on 6/22 at Goddard Park from 9:00 - 1:00. Cost is $55 for REI members, $75 for non members. REI provides bikes for those without a MTB and is offering a high level of support. For more details please contact REI Cranston at 401 275 5250.

REI OUTDOOR SCHOOL PROVIDES:
Mountain bikes for those that do not have their own.
Bike pumps, tubes, patch kits, and tools.
Transportation between REI and trailhead, except when outing meets at venue.

All park entry fees for riders in the REI Outdoor School van.
Group medical supplies and area maps.

WHAT TO BRING:
Your personal biking helmet.
Closed-toe athletic shoes with firm soles.
Cycling shorts or snug-fitting but comfortable shorts with minimal seams (e.g. compression shorts). If the forecast is for cool temperatures, bring along a light cycling jacket (i.e. light layer such as a breathable jacket) or windproof shell.
Water-resistant or waterproof jacket/anorak in case of rain
Your own mountain bike if you prefer! We do have Novara mountain bikes available for use. Please be sure you selected this free bike option at the time of sign-up and provided us with your height measurements. If you are bringing your personal bike, please bring a spare tube (our tubes may not fit your tires)
Padded cycling gloves if you have them.
Hydration compatible day pack, 70 - 100 oz recommended
High energy lunch and snacks (gels and fuel bars) that you can carry on your bike with you.
Sun protection (sunscreen and wide brim hats w/ retainers) and sunglasses with retainers.
Photo ID and Insurance Card.
Change of clothes and footwear for the ride home (leave in car)

* Please do be advised we (that means us, RI NEMBA) are not involved in the event in any capacity. We just think it’s a good event and we hope that it helps get more people exposed to mountain biking in a fun no pressure environment. Any questions and concerns please contact REI.

Thanks,
Brendan

Great weather (despite a not so good forcast) brought a good turnout for the spring Arcadia fun ride. Jim laid out a core loop above Browning Mill pond with a Mt Tom expert and 95 trail off shoots. Trail conditions were excellent and hot dogs and wings were enjoyed after riding! Pretty much eveyone got something from the raffle tickets.

Thanks to all those who volunteered and those that can to ride to made this a successful event!

click to see (or print) map of ride
arcada-fun-ride-may-08.jpg

This came to me thru friends in Providence, and I thought some of you might be interested….
huffin & puffin pete

Hey Friends!

I’m inviting you to participate in the world wide ‘Ride of Silence’ on Wednesday, May 21 at 7pm. This event is a memorial to people locally who have died bicycling. You are welcome not only to join in, but read a short speech for whatever group we gather, which has varied from year to year.

The meeting location will be near the intersection of Cranston St and Rt 10. Meets: 7:00 PM, Cranston Parkade, Garfield Avenue.

Although the ride goes rain or shine, last year the ride was postponed due to a tornado watch. You only need to show up before 6:45 PM with a bicycle in good repair (a mountain bike would be okay), helmet, and lights (optional, front white and rear red).

We stay together and go slowly. We ride on city streets in Cranston, Providence and Warwick; the route has several eye openers: exposes roads that are bicycling unfriendly (which is illegal), pays homage to Cyclocross Nationals held in Providence (thus a route that goes over small sections of dirt and sidewalks), points out neglected opportunities for improvements. There will be free pamphlets, souvenirs and a map.

During the ride Alan Barta, contact for the Providence ride, will point out things that individuals can do to fight back and refuse to be victims. He’s had many personal successes he’ll mention and be glad to discuss further.

Alan has advocated for bicycle awareness and beyond. His decade long, ongoing agenda of bicycling activism has been fourfold:

1. Change RI motoring code to acknowledge not discriminate against and over regulate;

2. Force roadnet improvements that favor; stop trend to eliminate shoulders and squeeze out other road users;

3. Create an unbroken statewide infrastructure–everyone should be able to ride safely anywhere in state.

4. Encourage versus polluting, wasteful forms of transportation.

Support Bike-to-Work Day next Friday, Bike-to-Work Week, and Bicycle Month of May.

For more information or to find a location near you (if you aren’t in RI) go to www.rideofsilence.org

Hope to see you on the 21st.

Much Love,
Heidi

Browning Mill Pond parjing lot. Registration 8 - 11am. Two arrowed loops laid out by the legendary Jim G (1fg) that feature some of the best trails in Arcadia. $5. for members, $10. for non-members, free if you join or renew your $25. NEMBA membership.

Cookout for all members following ride! Many great raffle prizes donated by local businesses and bike shops! Money from raffle and ride fees will go to support Trips for Kids.

Directions: 95 N or S, exit 5a onto Route 102, follow for 1/2 miles to the end then take a right onto Route 3 south, follow for 1 mile to the blinking light and take a right onto Route 165 (Little Country Pizza is on the corner), follow for about 1/2 mile and take left onto Arcadia Road. Browning Pond parking lot is on the right.

Thought I’d pass the word along..

From the Craigslist post - any questions contact Jim through the ad link.

http://providence.craigslist.org/bik/669377773.html

Once again its the Spring Bike swap at as220. So make yer list for your bike project or bring your goods to swap sell or give. Anything bike related is welcome. Think killer bike yard sale. Its gonna be a good time! Sunday May 11. 12-5pm. As always - admission is free and Vendors are welcome. any questions drop me a line.

This is always a good time with a good mix of bike stuff represented from MTB to road to ‘cross and fixed. There’s also a really good restaraunt, and bar, right next door for all of your lunch time needs.

Thx,
Brendan