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

Join Tri-State Trails, Councilmember Mark Jeffreys, and other community trailbuilders in commemorating the installation of trail lighting along Wasson Way Phase 6A! Meet at Listermann Brewery with your walking shoes and/or bicycle and helmet at 7:00 PM for a 7:30 PM departure. Then, walk or ride along Wasson Way Phase 6A to Blair Court to see the lighting illuminated for the first time. 

Join us on Saturday, Apr. 6 @ 2:00 PM as we explore Quiet neighborhood streets, a Calm street design on Blue Ash Road, and a few "secret" bike/ped-only paths that make our journey Connected. During our ride we will visit a diverse collection of schools, parks, and retail... all accessible by bike!

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—no big climbs and one of our gentlest routes yet!

To help us with planning and quick check-ins, please <a href="https://form.jotform.com/230406444221140" target="_blank">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> 🙌

You can also register on-site if preferred. The ride is FREE! The few moments it takes to register enables Queen City Bike to reach you and your important people if needed, and also provide you with $10K of supplemental medical insurance for extra peace of mind.

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Route preview: <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46096911" target="_blank">RPS_057 - Sat Short - Quiet, Calm & Connected</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: 11.5 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):
- Climbs: There are no major climbs on this route. The steepest uphill section is about a 3.2% grade.

Descents (steeper than neg 4% grade):
- 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 ~3 blocks, all of this stretch will be in the bike lane.
- There will be a couple street crossings and turns that will require good attention and communication within the group. These are important and normal bike riding skills to develop!
- 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>



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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).

Ride host MartyB and super-sweeper Joe Humpert present DisCOVeRIDE—a slow n' steady ride to explore and celebrate Covington and surrounding neighborhoods! ——— Dates: 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month from April to September (we're stepping it up to TWO rides per month this year! 😁) Time/Place: 6:00pm @ MainStrasse Village at Goose Girl Fountain (Main and 6th Streets) Distance: 7-10 Miles (we’ll take it easy on the hills) Time required: About 1.75 Hours Who: You and whoever you invite? It's better to ride together. We’ll have people there a lil' early to do a quick safety check and pump up tires should you need. Other details: - Helmets strongly suggested - We’ll be riding in a group—not experienced in this, no problem. Just follow directions that we’ll share before the ride. - Parking (paid) is available in the MainStrasse Village Parking lot. - Free Parking is available under the Clay Wade Bailey Bridge or in Theatre House’s Parking Lot. The goals of our rides are simple: Get people on bicycles, have fun, be safe and see Covington from two wheels. Thanks to community sponsors and partners: <a href="https://queencitybike.org/" target="_blank">Queen City Bike</a>, <a href="https://www.ifcdirect.com/" target="_blank">Integrated Family Care</a>, <a href="https://www.scootermediaco.com/" target="_blank">Scooter Media</a>, <a href="https://theatrehouse.com/collections" target="_blank">Theatre House</a> and <a href="https://www.ridethecov.org/" target="_blank">RideTheCov</a>. PS… Can you share this with a friend or invite a friend? Help us get the word out!

RESCHEDULED TO APRIL 16! ☔️⛈️⚡️

The UC Bike Kitchen’s 8th Annual Bike Show! The revival of this event last year went great and we are looking forward to building on that this year with another celebration of bicycle culture, safety, and overall transportation importance.


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 on 1st and 3rd Tuesday nights at 6:30 pm at the Washington Park gazebo. Follow the Facebook page for details.

Urban Basin Bicycle Club - 3rd Tuesdays Ride

<a href="https://www.ohioriverway.org/" target="_blank">The Ohio River Way</a>, in partnership with <a href="https://madtree.com/" target="_blank">MadTree Brewing</a>, is proud to host the Cincinnati premiere of the new documentary <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGXENzIXWrg" target="_blank">"This is the Ohio—Life, Death and Rebirth of the Beautiful River."</a>

This event is free and open to all, but space is limited. Reserve your seat <a href="https://secure.everyaction.com/Zw6BD2vkDUmsCC7QA_ZfLg2" target="_blank">HERE!</a>

6-7pm: Reception with a cash bar
7-8pm: Documentary viewing
Panel discussion immediately after the movie

The film's director, Morgan Atkinson, will be at the premiere, along with several of the people interviewed in the documentary. Dr. David Wicks, the Vice Chair of the Ohio River Way, served as the executive producer of the film. 

We hope to see you there!

“This is the Ohio” Documentary - Cincinnati Premiere

Free safety checks and commuter consultations provided by <a href="https://www.ridethecov.org/" target="_blank">Ride the COV</a> and <a href="https://queencitybike.org" target="_blank">Queen City Bike</a>. Get your bike rolling safely and learn about more opportunities to ride! Every 3rd Saturday from April through October.

Join us on Saturday, Apr. 20 @ 2:00 PM for a visit to UC and Avondale! Along the way we'll enjoy the Civic Garden Center, the UC campus, Burnet Woods, the CPS Rockdale Urban Learning Garden, and Fleischmann Gardens. We'll also sample some of our more recent bike infrastructure additions, including Wasson Way Phase 6A and the Clifton Avenue Bike Lane!

To help us with planning and quick check-ins, please <a href="https://form.jotform.com/230406444221140" target="_blank">PRE-REGISTER HERE</a> 🙌

You can also register on-site if preferred. The ride is FREE! The few moments it takes to register enables Queen City Bike to bring you into a community of care, so we can reach you and your important people if needed, and also provide you with $10K of supplemental medical insurance for extra peace of mind.

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Route preview: <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46285028" target="_blank">RPS_058 - Sat Long - UC and Avondale</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: 19 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:
Mostly rolling with a few short hills in the range of 5-7% grade; plus the longer climb up Montgomery on our way home

Climbs (longer than 0.5 mi and steeper than +4% grade):
- Montgomery Road as we head back to Pleasant Ridge (~0.6 mi; max ~4.5-5% grade)

Descents (longer than 0.5 mi and steeper than neg 4% grade):
- Lester Road (~1.2 mi; max neg 4-5% grade)

Traffic stress:
- ~90% 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.
- Additional busier areas will be around the UC campus. We will take advantage of some off-street options to reduce traffic pressure in key areas. 
- 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 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!


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

A second public meeting has been scheduled by DOTE to share information on the preferred trail alignment and to update the community on the status of the project. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 6:30-8:30pm in the Oyler School cafeteria, 2121 Hatmaker St, Cincinnati, 45204. Stop by any time to learn about the possible trail alignments and give us your input. 

Once completed, the Ohio River Trail will span 23 miles along the north bank of the Ohio River from Coney Island through Downtown to Sayler Park. The trail will enhance quality of life and connect our neighborhoods to Downtown and the world-class Cincinnati Riverfront Park.

Can't attend? More information and a public input survey for this project will be posted at <a href="http://bit.ly/3K8I7wH" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/3K8I7wH</a> after the meeting. Survey will be open until May 23, 2024.

Ohio River Trail Segment 3 - 2nd Public Meeting

Red Bike's team is hustling to get the system ready for rides this summer, and they really want to celebrate the start of riding season and the return of Red Bike with YOU! Join us for a Pint Night Derby on Tuesday, April 30 at Rhinegeist Brewery.

It’s a pinewood-derby inspired race tournament benefiting the non-profit community bikeshare system. Show your support for Red Bike by racing your handcrafted car against friends and neighbors. 

Prizes for style and speed! Split-the-pot raffle! Every beer you buy that evening supports Red Bike. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/red-bikes-pint-night-derby-tickets-841668833137" target="_blank">Click here to register</a> now! Help us fuel a season of bike rides and community connections. 

Got a little extra to give or know someone who might? Donate to our fundraiser as we seek to raise $50,000 by April 30th! You can make a <a href="https://www.cincyredbike.org/donate/" target="_blank">tax-deductible donation</a> to Red Bike or share this page with a friend. Every dollar keeps us rolling.

Cycling events in Cincinnati — April 2024

Mellow Rollers

Wasson Way Phase 6A Lighting Ceremony

Ride Pleasant Streets - 1st Saturday Short Edition

Open Shop at MoBo!

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Kids Day at MoBo!

Mellow Rollers

disCOVeRIDE!

Open Shop at MoBo!

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Kids Day at MoBo!

Cincinnati Bike Show

Mellow Rollers

Urban Basin Bicycle Club - 3rd Tuesdays Ride

“This is the Ohio” Documentary - Cincinnati Premiere

Ride the Cov + QCB Pop-Up Bike Shop!

Ride Pleasant Streets - 3rd Saturday Long Edition

Open Shop at MoBo!

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Kids Day at MoBo!

Mellow Rollers

Ohio River Trail Segment 3 - 2nd Public Meeting

disCOVeRIDE!

Open Shop at MoBo!

Cincinnati Hardcourt Bike Polo

Kids Day at MoBo!

Red Bike Pint Night Derby

Mellow Rollers