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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Tonight's Joy Ride rolls out at 6pm. Link in bio for the route info.
Fix Your Own Bike is tonight from 6PM-8:30PM. $10/hr suggested donation. Link in bio for what to expect.

The January Joy Ride is rescheduled for tomorrow at 6PM. If your bike needs help, stop by tonight.

Programming Notes: Tonight's soundtrack will feature The Murlocs - Rapscallion (2022), The Peep Tempel - Joy (2016), Super Furry Animals - Phantom Power (2003), and Lambrini Girls - Who Let the Dogs Out (2025).

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#athensga #BikeAthens #nonprofit #athensga #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #FYOB
We're putting the January Joy Ride back on the calendar for next week. Join us Friday, Feb 8th at 6pm and tell your friends.
100% chance of rain at 6pm y'all. 👎👎
Fix Your Own Bike is tonight from 6PM-8:30PM. $10/hr suggested donation. Link in bio for what to expect.

Tonight it the final FYOB session before the January Joy Ride tomorrow. If you bike needs help, stop by tongiht.

Programming Notes: Tonight's soundtrack will feature Warmduscher - Too Cold to Hold (2024), Whispering Sons - Several Others (2021), The Oh Sees - A Weird Exits (2016), and The Donnas - Turn 21 (2001).

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#athensga #BikeAthens #nonprofit #athensga #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #FYOB
We're keeping an eye on the weather for Friday's ride. Remember to bring a helmet, water, and lights. We abide by all applicable traffic laws and re-group at safe stops as needed during the ride, making sure to leave nobody behind.

The ride ends over at @athenticbrewing next door to our shop.
Fix Your Own Bike is tonight from 6PM-8:30PM. $10/hr suggested donation. Link in bio for what to expect.

Every Thursday evening we invite anyone who needs help with their bike to come in for solid advice, access to our inventory of tools and spare parts, and a welcoming place to hang out.

Programming Notes: Tonight's soundtrack will feature Sun Atoms - Everything Forever (2024), THUS LOVE - All Pleasure (2024), Operators - EP1 (2014), and Pond - 9 (2021).

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#athensga #BikeAthens #nonprofit #athensga #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #FYOB
Join us this Wednesday, January 22nd at 6PM, when we will be presenting our monthly class How to Bike, Athens over Zoom. 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. FREE! Email shop@bikeathens.org for the link.
Short hours tomorrow January 18th. We will be closing early for an event.
Fix Your Own Bike is tonight from 6PM-8:30PM. $10/hr suggested donation. Link in bio for what to expect.

Programming Notes: Tonight's soundtrack will feature Gut Health - Stiletto (2024), TV On The Radio - Seeds (2014), and Stereolab - Transient Random-Noise Bursts with Announcements (1994).

All bikes are welcome.
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#athensga #BikeAthens #nonprofit #athensga #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #FYOB
Fix Your Own Bike is tonight from 6PM-8:30PM. $10/hr suggested donation. Link in bio for what to expect.

It may not be safe to drive tomorrow, so stop by tonight to work on your bike.

Programming Notes: Tonight's soundtrack will feature The Problem With Kids Today - Born to Rock (2024), Ally Evenson - BLUE SUPER LOVE (2024), Freak Slug - I Blow Out Big Candles (2024), and Catherine Wheel - Ferment (1992). 

All bikes are welcome.
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#athensga #BikeAthens #nonprofit #athensga #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #FYOB
Fix Your Own Bike is tonight from 6PM-8:30PM. $10/hr suggested donation. Link in bio for what to expect.

Programming Notes: Tonight's soundtrack will feature Dhana Jeera - Dhana Jeera (2024), Death Valley Girls - Darkness Rains (2018), The Replacements - Don't Tell A Soul (1989), and Nada Surf - You Know Who You Are (2016).

All bikes are welcome.
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#athensga #BikeAthens #nonprofit #athensga #thebikeistheanswer #wekeepheavymetalrolling #cycling #outsideisfree #roadbikes #bikesafety #ridesafe #bikesafety #cycling #mtb