Join <a href="https://www.roeblingbooks.com/" target="_blank">Roebling Points Books & Coffee</a> and <a href="https://tristatetrails.org/" target="_blank">Tri-State Trails</a> for an enchanting Traffic Garden Story Hour! Together, we'll read a children's book that brings traffic safety to life in a fun and engaging way. Weather permitting, we'll stroll from Roebling to the <a href="https://news.yahoo.com/northern-kentucky-schools-traffic-garden-234112395.html" target="_blank">Dayton Traffic Garden</a> for a playful adventure. 

Enjoy the company of fellow attendees, sipping on complimentary hot chocolate as we share stories, make new friends, and learn about road safety in a delightful setting. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for an educational and enjoyable experience for the whole family!

Join us on Saturday, Dec 2 @ 2:00 PM as we pedal from Pleasant Ridge to Wyoming! Where else but in Ohio can you bike for 15 miles and visit another state? 😉

Along with low-stress streets and terrain that is predominantly flat to rolling, this route will introduce you to some key bike connectors from Pleasant Ridge. Once you know how to get to Wyoming, Carthage, or Bond Hill, you can use these as gateways to explore further beyond!

PLEASE <a href="https://form.jotform.com/230406444221140" target="_blank">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> (25 riders max) after reading the event details.

Note: Pre-registration helps us with safe and smooth ride management, so please do this if you can. However, don’t avoid coming just because your schedule had been uncertain. You can also register on-site—just be extra sure to arrive 10-15 minutes early.

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Route preview: <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45087117" target="_blank">RPS_049 - Sat Short - Let’s visit Wyoming!</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" target="_blank">Ride with GPS app</a> at any time—both during the event and after!

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Departure Time: 2:00pm
- 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 1:45pm to answer any questions

Distance: 15.7 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)
- We will regroup as needed throughout the ride

Terrain:
Predominantly flat to rolling.

Climbs (steeper than +4% grade):
- Montgomery Road as we head back to Pleasant Ridge (~0.6 mi; max ~4.5-5% grade).

Descents (steeper than neg 4% grade):
- Langdon Farm Road—the initial descent off Montgomery Rd (~0.2 mi; max neg 5.5% grade).

Traffic stress:
- >90% 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 weekends, and our presence as a group will all help to reduce the stress in this section.
- We will be there to share traffic tips and help you feel comfortable

Post-ride:
- Let’s gather at <a href="https://www.ninegiant.com/brewpub" target="_blank">Nine Giant</a> after the ride!
- We should be done with the ride by about 4:00pm. 

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Safety Notes:
- Helmets required
- Bike must be in good working condition. Please contact me if you have any questions!

Weather Notes:
- In the event of adverse weather, I will post an update on the day of the ride—at or before 1pm
- 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.
- Abundant FREE parking is located at the Pleasant Ridge Community Parking Lot, behind the Walgreens at 6204 Montgomery Road. This is ONE block from Community Happens Here.

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

Ride Pleasant Streets - 1st 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 6:15pm, 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



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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. Kids will sign up for a free annual youth membership, which includes *one free used bike a year* to learn to fix and maintain. Members can then come to the co-op year-round to repair their bikes, learn mechanical skills, and help other kids learn to use tools.

**Do it yourself:** MoBo is not a "free bike giveaway," but a space for youth to repair and reuse secondhand bikes with the support of volunteer mechanics. 

Kids Day is first-come-first-served and we generally stop taking new projects an hour before close. If you're coming for a bike, arrive early and expect to spend at least one hour learning to fix it. Come in throughout the night with repairs and projects. Kids Day utilizes 5 workbenches, 2 tool buckets, and at least 3 mechanics.

**Youth Membership:** Sign up in-person or [online](https://www.jotform.com/form/231715389904059) or a free youth membership, which is good for the calendar year. A youth membership always includes one free used bike, along with locks, lights, and adjustable helmets as long as funding allows.

Have questions, plan to bring a group, or want to volunteer? Contact us using the "Email Organizer" link above.

Want to donate to support this program? Share used bikes and parts during open hours and [share funds here](https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/1720056).

The annual Holiday BRIGHT Ride will be on December 9th! We'll meet at 6:00 PM at Findlay Market and ride out at 6:30 PM.

Decorate yourself and your wheels with your battery-operated, shiny, sparkly finest. We'll create a moving holiday spectacle and smiles.

This will be a short, slow, flat, fun ride for everyone—bring the kids!

Registration will be available on site, but if you <a href="https://bit.ly/bLVuM9xy" target="_blank">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> this helps us with planning—and then all you need to do is show up! 😊

DECORATING PARTY AT 5:30! Come early to decorate yourself and your bike! Bring your own lights ✨🌟💫 and we have plenty of extras to give away. Grab a bite or a beverage at Findlay Market anytime before 6:00 PM.

Brought to you by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ArtsCincy" target="_blank">Art on the Streets</a>, <a href="https://tristatetrails.org/" target="_blank">Tri-State Trails</a>, <a href="https://spunbicycles.com/" target="_blank">SPUN Bicycles</a>, <a href="https://www.cincyredbike.org/" target="_blank">Cincy Red Bike</a>, <a href="https://www.skatedowntowncincinnati.com/" target="_blank">Skate Downtown Cincy</a>, the <a href="https://www.devougood.com/" target="_blank">Devou Good Foundation</a> and <a href="https://queencitybike.org/" target="_blank">Queen City Bike</a>!

Join Mayor Aftab Pureval, <a href="https://wassonway.org/" target="_blank">Wasson Way</a>, and leaders from the <a href="https://crowncincinnati.org/" target="_blank">CROWN</a> Capital Campaign at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for Phase 6A of Wasson Way! This trail extension marks a significant milestone, connecting Woodburn Avenue in Evanston to Blair Court in Avondale. We’ll gather at the dead-end of Blair Court, on the west side of the trail. We’re thrilled to have you join us; the transformation is astounding. We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate this momentous occasion!

Join us on Saturday, Dec. 16 @ 2:00 PM as we pedal to Madisonville and Mariemont to enjoy the holiday decorations and beautiful ambience of these neighborhoods as they dress up for the season.

Registration will be available on site, but if you <a href="https://form.jotform.com/230406444221140" target="_blank">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> this helps us with planning and quick check-ins! 🙌

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For a full day of seasonal bike joy, head on down to Norwood after Ride Pleasant Streets for the <a href="https://events.queencity.bike/event/sgbmfdjuqfq4epq2oj6rbrg7ec" target="_blank">Inaugural Norwood BRIGHT Ride</a>! We will lead a bike group to there from Pleasant Ridge—starting from Nine Giant at 5:30pm. 🌟🎄🤘

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Route preview: <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45145931" target="_blank">RPS_050 - Sat Long - Holiday Merriment in Madisonville & Mariemont</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" target="_blank">Ride with GPS app</a> at any time—both during the event and after!

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Departure Time: 2:00pm
- 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 1:45pm to answer any questions

Distance: 18.4 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:
The route is primarily flat to rolling, with two notable climbs and one long descent.

Climbs (steeper than +4% grade):
- The fun serpentine where the Wasson Way trailhead winds west into Ault Park (max 4% grade)
- Lester Avenue (~1 mi; 4-5% grade). On our way back to Pleasant Ridge.

Descents (steeper than neg 4% grade):
- Stewart Avenue (~1mi; max neg 5% grade)—as we head out of Pleasant Ridge

Traffic stress:
- ~95% of this ride will be on low-traffic streets and multi-use paths

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 weekends, and our presence as a group will all help to reduce the stress in this section.
- The lower section of Stewart Road (south of the Mini dealership) has a one long curve where drivers sometimes get impatient. Good alertness and group communication will counteract this.
- We will be there to share traffic tips and help you feel comfortable

Post-ride:
- Let’s gather at <a href="https://www.ninegiant.com/brewpub" target="_blank">Nine Giant</a> after the ride!
- We should be done with the ride by about 4:30pm. 

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Safety Notes:
- Helmets required
- Bike must be in good working condition. Please contact me if you have any questions!

Weather Notes:
- In the event of adverse weather, I will post an update on the day of the ride—at or before 1pm
- 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.
- Abundant FREE parking is located at the Pleasant Ridge Community Parking Lot, behind the Walgreens at 6204 Montgomery Road. This is ONE block from Community Happens Here.

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

Ride Pleasant Streets - 3rd Saturday Long Edition

After years of participating and learning from the Bright Ride downtown, we're bringing it to Norwood!

Decorate your bike with lights and any other holiday accoutrements and we'll take a slow roll through the neighborhood spreading holiday cheer. It's a slow roll that will generally follow the route of the Gem of the Highlands 5k. We'll start and finish at Factory 52.

Registration will be available on site, but if you <a href="https://form.jotform.com/233397206285158" target="_blank">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> this helps us with planning and quick check-ins! ✨🌟💫

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 2pm, 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

Cycling events in Cincinnati — December 2023

Traffic Garden Story Hour

Ride Pleasant Streets - 1st Saturday Short Edition

Open Shop at MoBo!

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Mellow Rollers

Kids Day at MoBo!

Holiday BRIGHT Ride 2023

Open Shop at MoBo!

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Mellow Rollers - Repair Station Roundup!

Kids Day at MoBo!

Wasson Way Phase 6A ribbon cutting

Ride Pleasant Streets - 3rd Saturday Long Edition

Inaugural Norwood Bright Ride

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Mellow Rollers Goes Tweed!

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Mellow Rollers

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Mellow Rollers