• Urban Bicycling Safety Class – Saturday Morning 10AM

    November 13, 2010 // No Comments »

    This morning we will be offering a FREE urban bicycling safety clinic from the West Parking Lot at the St Pete Times Forum. For specific location details, click here.


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    This class covers most of the basics you should know if you are relatively new to the urban bicycling scene or simply have questions about what to do in certain situations. The class will last 90 – 120 minutes and in addition to some Q&A time, we will cover the following:

    1. Pre-Ride Inspection

    2. Helmets
    2.1. Proper Fitting
    2.2. But I’m an expert rider…why do I need a helmet?
    2.3. 16 years old and under – it’s the law

    3. Avoiding Theft
    3.1. Tips for locking up your bike
    3.1.1. Cable Locks vs. Chain and U-Locks

    4. Lights
    4.1. Probable cause for being stopped
    4.2. Fines

    5. Sidewalks
    5.1. Standard, “in town” sidewalks
    5.2. Mixed use sidewalks (Bayshore Blvd, Meridian, Riverwalk)

    6. Lane Positioning – BEING VISIBLE AND PREDICTABLE
    6.1. 1 Way Streets – Single lane
    6.2. 1 Way Streets – Multi lanes
    6.3. Multi lane streets
    6.4. Turn lanes
    6.5. Stop lights

    All participants will receive a free Planet Bike light set ($15.95 value) courtesy of Tampa BayCycle. There will be other giveaways and cold refreshments on hand as well.

    Bring, or better yet…RIDE your bike. Looking forward to seeing you there!

    Ride on!

    Posted in Downtown Tampa, Local Events, Special Offers, St Pete Times Forum

    May is National Bike Month

    May 3, 2010 // No Comments »

    Thanks to those who participated in FL Bike Month activities this past March. We now turn our attention to May, National Bike Month. Again, we have teamed up with the Tampa BayCycle campaign to offer many opportunities for all skill levels.

    Click here for the full list, but here are some highlights: 

    • May 4 & 21 Bike to Work Day: Join experienced cyclists coming downtown from all directions with a morning meet up at Indigo Coffee.
    • Thursday 5/6 Bike giveaway + Street Skills workshops at the Clean Air Fair, 11:30am – 1:30pm, Poe Plaza.
    • Friday 5/7 Ride Your Bike, Get in Free! 7:30pm Storm game.  Secure bike parking provided. St. Pete Times Forum
    • 5/22 and 5/25 Hands on basic bike maintenance clinic. RSVP to City Bike Tampa via email or phone (813.225.1777).  Cost: $25/person includes toolkit
    • Thursday 5/27 Urban Restaurant Ride, City Bike Tampa.  Stop by the shop or subscribe to this website for updates including route, destinations and start time.

    The Downtown YMCA is offering free use of the locker room for cyclists throughout the month.

    Don’t forget about the following discounts this month at City Bike Tampa when you mention “Tampa BayCycle”:

    • 1st Week (5/2 – 5/8) – – 20% Off Accessories & Apparel
    • 2nd Week (5/9 – 5/15) – – $15 Off Bicycle Tune-Ups
    • 3rd Week (5/16 – 5/22) – – Buy One, Get One Free History Tours
    • 4th Week (5/23 – 5/29) – – $5 Off a $25 Purchase

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    Posted in Downtown Tampa, Local Events, Ride Blog, Special Offers