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We believe affordable, accessible transportation is a critical component of social and economic mobility. 

BikeAthens is a non-profit organization in Athens, Georgia that works to build equity in transportation. We advocate for a safe and connected city, repair bikes for people who need them, and teach safe cycling to people of all ages.

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Black Lives Matter.

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BikeAthens and COVID-19

Writing about Traffic Violence

Changing of the Guard

BikeAthens Back-To-School Supplies Drive

A Fond Farewell

May Is Bike Month!

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Jul 7

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Ya boi is famous. BikeAthens Executive Director Ya boi is famous. BikeAthens Executive Director Scott Long recently spoke to the Red & Black about shop operations during COVID-times. https://www.redandblack.com/sports/bikeathens-and-active-climbing-weather-covid-19-focus-on-safety/article_6a750e54-bff8-11ea-8ce2-f714d385666a.html

Tomorrow BikeAthens will be presenting our monthly...

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Jun 29

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Tomorrow BikeAthens will be presenting our monthly Tomorrow BikeAthens will be presenting our monthly class How to Bike, Athens via Zoom teleconference. We will cover the basics of making sure your bike is in good condition, go over the laws regarding bike riding, give tips on how to ride safely, how to keep your bike from being stolen, and answer any other bike riding questions you may have. Email shop@bikeathens.org for the link. FREE!

Just a reminder that changing lanes in traffic can...

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Jun 24

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Just a reminder that changing lanes in traffic can Just a reminder that changing lanes in traffic can be challenging. Here’s how you can change lanes with confidence: Plan ahead, anticipate where you are going to need to be on the road. Look behind you, (check your mirror if you have one) possibly several times. Use your hand to signal where you are going. Then act carefully, smoothly and deliberately.

Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix...

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Jun 18

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Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix Your Own Bike session! Last week we talked about some serious mountain bikes and nerded out a bit about components old and new. You can't use our tools, you can't come into the shop, but you can get as much of our solid advice as you need so you can take the next steps toward getting your bike riding right again. Some of our top mechanics will be on the call so it's going to be a lot like NPR's Car Talk, but for bikes. Plus, if you have a smartphone or webcam, we can help you diagnose what is happening in real time. If you just want to hang out and talk bikes, that's cool too. THIS IS 100% FREE. https://zoom.us/j/93008427918?pwd=RDVrQ29SV1duRkZrN05IQm1PdlBEUT09 If you can't get the link to work, email shop@bikeathens.org with "FYOB Zoom" in the subject and we'll send you the link directly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . #my_athens #athensga #BikeAthens #FixEmAll #RideBright #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #mtb #mountainbike #mountainbiking #mtbiking #biking #freeride #bikes #bikelife #cycle #instabike #bikestagram #ride #keepoldbikesontheroad #26aintdead #whyAthensGA #ridemoredomore #keeppedaling #nonprofit

Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix...

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Jun 11

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Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix Your Own Bike session! We took a week off last week to catch up with things and worked on some plans for the future of BikeAthens. You can't use our tools, you can't come into the shop, but you can get as much of our solid advice as you need so you can take the next steps toward getting your bike riding right again. Some of our top mechanics will be on the call so it's going to be a lot like NPR's Car Talk, but for bikes. Plus, if you have a smartphone or webcam, we can help you diagnose what is happening in real time. If you just want to hang out and talk bikes, that's cool too. THIS IS 100% FREE. https://zoom.us/j/95912627291?pwd=RW5maWwyb2ZHejY3YlZzZEhXUjNvQT09 If you can't get the link to work, email shop@bikeathens.org with "FYOB Zoom" in the subject and we'll send you the link directly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . #my_athens #athensga #BikeAthens #FixEmAll #RideBright #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #mtb #mountainbike #mountainbiking #mtbiking #biking #freeride #bikes #bikelife #cycle #instabike #bikestagram #ride #keepoldbikesontheroad #26aintdead #whyAthensGA #ridemoredomore #keeppedaling #nonprofit

BikeAthens commits to become an anti-racist ...

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Jun 4

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BikeAthens commits to become an anti-racist organi BikeAthens commits to become an anti-racist organization. We support the protesters in Athens, across Georgia, and throughout the country who are risking their lives and safety to righteously express outrage over violence and injustice at the hands of police and the centuries-old system of racism that shields them. We recognize that BikeAthens is a white-led organization with predominantly white volunteers and donors. Everyday, we see the results of intergenerational poverty among black Athenians that has been brought about by segregation, Jim Crow laws, red-lining, and other racist policies. We see the stark contrast between the people we serve. Many of them are people of color, who ride bikes because they have no other options. We also see the broader cycling community, which is mostly affluent and white. There is no transportation equity without social justice and trust. We must put in the work to learn how best to play a part in that. We commit to lift up the voices of people of color who advocate so beautifully for equitable, restorative, and revolutionary transportation policy. We need to be better, we all need to do better. Black Lives Matter in our shop. Black Lives Matter on the road. Black Lives Matter.

We will be presenting our monthly class How to ...

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May 29

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We will be presenting our monthly class How to Bik We will be presenting our monthly class How to Bike, Athens tonight via Zoom teleconference. We will cover the basics of making sure your bike is in good condition, go over the laws regarding bike riding, give tips on how to ride safe, how to keep your bike from being stolen, and answer any other bike riding questions you may have. Email shop@bikeathens.org for registration details.

Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix...

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May 28

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Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix Tonight is the next installment of our virtual Fix Your Own Bike session! Last week we talked more about fender mounts, at-home bike part modifications, and what kinds of frames make good gifts. You can't use our tools, you can't come into the shop, but you can get as much of our solid advice as you need so you can take the next steps toward getting your bike riding right again. Some of our top mechanics will be on the call so it's going to be a lot like NPR's Car Talk, but for bikes. Plus, if you have a smartphone or webcam, we can help you diagnose what is happening in real time. If you just want to hang out and talk bikes, that's cool too. THIS IS 100% FREE. https://zoom.us/j/91863535996?pwd=UHJ1d3JvYnR0RldrYmxSMW9wOFZsdz09 Email shop@bikeathens.org if you would like the link sent to you.

We hear about it all the time, but it seems like ...

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May 26

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We hear about it all the time, but it seems like b We hear about it all the time, but it seems like bicycle theft has been increasing in Athens. This Friday we will be presenting an updated version of our How to Bike, Athens class over ZOOM. We have a new section with tips on how to secure your bike and make sure your bike stays your bike. Here's a hint: Always Lock Your Bike For class registration details email shop@bikeathens.org with Class in the subject line. It's scheduled for Friday at 6PM and it is free.