The Urban Basin Bicycle Club is for those bicyclists interested in riding in the Urban Basin, such as downtown, OTR, Northern Kentucky and the Mill Creek Valley, exploring sights and scenery along the way. 

Some rides are themed (e.g. breweries, art deco etc.) and others are just rambling. Then we will rotate among various bars for a “debrief.” Sound good? 

Invite anyone and everyone. We meet every Tuesday night at 6:30 pm at the Washington Park gazebo. Follow the Facebook page for details.

Join us on Saturday, Nov. 5 @ 3:00 PM as we explore the connectivity between Pleasant Ridge and five of our beautiful neighborhood parks!

During this ride we will visit Kennedy Heights Park, Daniel Drake Park, Ralph Ficke Memorial Park (aka Silverton Field), Chamberlin Park, and Kennedy Triangle.

This is a beginner-friendly route that takes advantage of the bike lane on Montgomery Road and quiet neighborhood streets. Newer riders will also enjoy the mild terrain—there are no major climbs!

PLEASE <a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/ECUljB1DGY-EivRsCL5EdQ">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> (25 riders max) after reading the event details.

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Route preview: <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41353131">https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41353131</a>

As an added bonus of Queen City Bike’s sponsorship of this event, you can navigate this route for free on the <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/app">Ride with GPS app</a> at any time—both during the event and after!

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Departure Time: 3:00pm
- Please plan to arrive early so we can all leave in a punctual fashion
- We will meet in front of Community Happens Here.
- Ride leaders will be there by 2:45pm to answer any questions!

Distance: 11.8 miles

Difficulty:
- Mid-level Beginners and above
- All riders should be comfortable with basic bike-handling and traffic skills
- Route is not suitable for young children, but may be a good match for proficient teenagers (per discretion of parents)

Terrain:
- Predominantly flat to rolling

Climbs:
- Climbs: There are no major climbs on this route. The steepest uphill section is about a 3.4% grade.

Descents:
- There are no major descents on this route.

Traffic stress:
- ~90% of this ride will be on low-traffic streets

Higher-stress areas:
- The busiest area will be riding between Pleasant Ridge and Silverton on Montgomery Road. Except for ~1 block, all of this stretch will be in the bike lane.
- We will also have ~1 block on Woodford Road, and <1/2 block on Section Road.
- We will be there to share traffic tips and help you feel comfortable

Post-ride:
- Fraser and I will bring a variety of beverages and snacks, and we will gather around the shady picnic table at the back of the parking lot at Community Happens Here. 
- Additional family members/friends are welcome to swing by après-bike. 
- We should be done with the ride by about 5:00pm. 

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Safety Notes:
- Helmets required
- Bike must be in good working condition. Please contact me if you have any questions!
- If you have not been vaccinated for COVID-19, please plan to wear a mask during the ride

Weather Notes:
- In the event of adverse weather, I will post an update on the day of the ride—at or before noon
- Updates will be shared on the Facebook event page, and also via the Ride Pleasant Streets Google Group
- No message means the ride is still on!

Parking:
- Community Happens Here asks that if at all possible, we do NOT use their parking lot during our events.
- There is, however, PLENTY of free parking located one block from Community Happens Here at the Pleasant Ridge Community Parking Lot (behind the Walgreens at 6204 Montgomery Road). From your parking location there, simply cross Woodmont Ave and go past the Sunoco gas station—and you will be at Community Happens Here.

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<a href="https://queencitybike.org/">Queen City Bike</a> is grateful to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/PleasantStreets">Pleasant Streets</a> and <a href="https://communityhappenshere.org/">Community Happens Here</a> for helping to make this bike event possible.

Ride Pleasant Streets - Saturday Short Edition

If it’s Sunday, it must be Open Shop! 
- MoBo open Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- We’re setting up repair stands inside & outside 
- Pandemic protocols are evolving, but please bring your mask 
- First-come, first-served 
Thanks for your support as we continue to serve the community during the pandemic.

Hosted by: <a href="http://www.villagegreenfoundation.org/mobo-bicycle-co-op/">MoBo Bicycle Cooperative</a>

An inclusive group ride for folks and bikes of all kinds!  We'll roll around the urban basin with routes that focus on calm streets, local knowledge, and building confident ridership.
8-12mph avg, conversational pace, less than 20 miles, never too much climbing.
No drop, very supportive, refreshments at Wooden Cask Brewery afterward.

Meet at Trailhead Coffee inside Reser Bicycle.  Parking is available at the National Band and Tag lot on Seventh or Wooden Cask Brewery on York.
Roll out at 2:15pm, please arrive a little early.

What to bring:  yourself, your bike, some water, blinkie lights, your helmet, and maybe a spare tube for your ride (we'll have a mechanic who can help in the event of needed repairs).

#ridewhatyoubrought
#partypace

Hosted by: QCB

Every Monday is Kids Day at MoBo Bicycle Co-op in Northside! Kids can come learn to fix their bikes and enjoy bike-related programming all year long. Each participant will receive a free used bike and learn how to fix and maintain it! This event is geared towards people aged 5-16. 

Hosted by: MoBo Bicycle Co-op

Tri-State Trails Summit attendees AND local residents are invited to <a href="https://tristatetrails.org/event/2022-summit-bike-ride/">register</a> for an infrastructure bike tour that complements the Tri-State Trails Summit. 

This experiential learning opportunity is a fun way to see what bike infrastructure works—and highlights opportunities for infrastructure improvements. Help us advocate for continued cycling and pedestrian improvements by joining this ride.

Meet at the Purple People Bridge at 4:00 PM for check in before departing at 4:15 PM. We’ll do a brief ride around northern Kentucky on trails, bike lanes, and with traffic.

PLEASE <a href="https://tristatetrails.org/event/2022-summit-bike-ride/">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</a>

Tri-State Trails Summit - NKY Infrastructure Ride

Bicycle-based scavenger hunt! Ride your bike around Cincinnati, Newport, and Covington while solving scavenger hunt clues! Purchase canned goods and diapers to donate to local food banks and Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank!

PLEASE <a href="https://bit.ly/3sVwEXt">CLICK HERE TO REGISTER</a>

For ride updates and more information, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/5509531602434531/">join the conversation</a> on Facebook!

#WDoR2022

As every year, the objectives of WDoR 2022 are to provide a platform for road traffic victims and their families.

- Remember all people killed and seriously injured on the roads
- Acknowledge the crucial work of the emergency services
- Draw attention to the generally trivial legal response to culpable road deaths and injuries and advocate for an appropriately serious response
- Advocate for better support for road traffic victims and victim families
- Promote evidence-based actions to prevent and eventually stop further road traffic deaths and injuries

WDoR 2022 puts the spotlight on JUSTICE!


World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims

The Straight Street Hill Climb is a 0.36 mile assault on one of Cincinnati's steepest inclines. Also known as two minutes of self-inflicted torture—what could be better than that? 

This year we are back in our usual calendar spot....the Sunday before Thanksgiving. 

The events will follow the same format from recent years. 

We will have our traditional Run/Walk/Ruck climb followed by the Bike Climb and then the Duathlon.

All registrations (including day-of) will be online.

Please click here to <a href="https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/OH/Cincinnati/StraightStreetHillClimb">REGISTER</a>

For more event details, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/StraightStreetHC">join the conversation</a> on the Facebook event page!

Please join us for a free community screening of The Street Project. This film is an inspiring story about the global, citizen-led fight to make our streets safer. The screening will be bookended by conversation and Vision Zero T-shirt giveaways.

The film will be hosted indoors at the Esquire Theatre, located at 320 Ludlow Ave in Clifton.

The program will begin promptly at 11:00 am and the film run time is 50 minutes. Please consider walking, biking, or taking METRO. Paid and on and off-street parking options are available in Clifton.

<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-street-project-film-screening-tickets-462545986497">Click here to pre-register</a> and reserve your free seat in the theater!

Event sponsored by the <a href="https://www.devougood.com/">Devou Good Foundation</a>.

Join us on Sunday, Nov. 20 @ 2:00 PM as we explore connections to several community assets—including Xavier, Walnut Hills HS, and Cincinnati Children’s. We’ll enjoy existing streets and trails, and also take a peek at connections that might (or will) exist in the future!

Although this is a“long edition” ride, the distance has been trimmed to ~17 miles so we aren't out in the cold for too long—especially while we are still getting used to it.

And speaking of cold weather, pick up some great winter riding tips on this recent episode of <a href=“https://www.wvxu.org/show/cincinnati-edition/2022-11-16/bike-experts-answer-winter-riding-maintenance-questions">WVXU’s Cincinnati Edition</a>, where host Nick Swartsell talked with our very own Fraser Cunningham! 😊 Additional valuable recommendations were also shared by Nate Kemphues of MoBo Bicycle Co-op, and Caitlin Sparks of Tri-State Trails. ❄️ 🚲 🙌

PLEASE <a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/42aED6ooLglkrMYY3jqCRw">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> (25 riders max) after reading the event details.

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Route preview: <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41454063">https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41454063</a>

As an added bonus of Queen City Bike’s sponsorship of this event, you can navigate this route for free on the <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/app">Ride with GPS app</a> at any time—both during the event and after!

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Departure Time: 2:00pm (<— Earlier start time!)
- Please plan to arrive early so we can all leave in a punctual fashion
- We will meet in front of Community Happens Here.
- Ride leaders will be there by 1:45pm to answer any questions!

Distance: 16.6 miles

Difficulty:
- Advanced Beginner and above
- All riders should be comfortable with basic bike-handling and traffic skills
- We will regroup as needed throughout the ride

Terrain:
- This route is rolling, rolling, rolling! There are lots of gentle ups and downs with very few flat stretches. A handful of climbs will take some extra effort.
Climbs:
- The two hardest climbs will be a short segment up Huston Ave. (~0.2 mi; max 4.6% grade) near Lower Millcrest Park; and the return journey up Montgomery Road as we head back to Pleasant Ridge (~0.6 mi; max ~4.5-5% grade).

Descents:
- This route includes a roll down Lester Road (neg 4-5% grade); a fun sweep down Stanton Ave (neg ~3% grade); and a series of moderate and beautiful downhills through North Avondale.

Traffic stress:
- ~85% of this ride will be on low-traffic streets

Higher-stress areas:
- The busiest area will be riding through the center of Pleasant Ridge (on Montgomery). The multiple traffic lights, the lower traffic volume on Saturday afternoons, and our presence as a group will all help to reduce the stress in this section.
- We will also have a couple crossings and turns that involve busier roads like Smith, Reading, or Montgomery. Alertness and good communication will be important at these locations.
- We will be there to share traffic tips and help you feel comfortable

Post-ride:
- Given the turn to cold weather, our outdoor post-ride gatherings will be on hold for a while.
- Let’s talk amongst ourselves during the ride, however, and see if there is interest in warming up afterward at a local eatery!
- Whatever the spontaneous plan, please know that additional family members/friends are always welcome to join in for the après-bike relaxation.
- We should be done with the ride by about 4:15pm. 

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Safety Notes:
- Helmets required
- Bike must be in good working condition. Please contact me if you have any questions!
- If you have not been vaccinated for COVID-19, please plan to wear a mask during the ride

Weather Notes:
- In the event of adverse weather, I will post an update on the day of the ride—at or before noon
- Updates will be shared on the Facebook event page, and also via the Ride Pleasant Streets Google Group
- No message means the ride is still on!

Parking:
- Community Happens Here asks that if at all possible, we do NOT use their parking lot during our events.
- There is, however, PLENTY of free parking located one block from Community Happens Here at the Pleasant Ridge Community Parking Lot (behind the Walgreens at 6204 Montgomery Road). From your parking location there, simply cross Woodmont Ave and go past the Sunoco gas station—and you will be at Community Happens Here.

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<a href="https://queencitybike.org/">Queen City Bike</a> is grateful to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/PleasantStreets">Pleasant Streets</a> and <a href="https://communityhappenshere.org/">Community Happens Here</a> for helping to make this bike event possible.

Ride Pleasant Streets - Sunday Long Edition

A slow and steady ride with a focus on fashion! Wear your coziest, classiest tweeds—driving caps, fancy hats, elbow patches...THE WORKS!

Prizes will be given for best dressed individual, best dressed crew (2 or more folks), and classiest bicycle. (Bonus points for period correct parts! Pennyfarthing, anyone?!)

Gather at 3:00pm at the Red Bike Station at Washington Park; depart by 3:15pm; return to Northern Row for libations! 

<a href="https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/JIQDThYBK0YHQvzlz0GiIg">Please click here to PRE-REGISTER</a>.

If you are so inclined, you can also <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/700157541545183">join the conversation</a> at the event page on Facebook!