Arrow-right Camera
The Spokesman-Review Newspaper
Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Down To Earth

Bike Commuting 101 with Pedals2People at Sun People Dry Goods



The sun is shining and it's time to get that bike out. But are you afraid to begin bike commuting in the City Of Spokane? Are you intrigued by the idea of riding your bike to work to run local errands? Not sure what to wear, how to plot a sensible route, or how to carry your stuff? Do you have a few concerns about riding in street traffic? If so, Bike Commuting 101 is the workshop for you.
 
This Saturday, March 26th, from 10:00am – 12:00pm,  join Pedals2People to learn the basics on getting started commuting in the City.  Topics covered will include: Safety 101, bike laws, riding in traffic, how to choose your route, who are the local resources for commuting, types of panniers, and the bare bones of common mechanical issues encountered when commuting. 

 

Pedals2People will also have an opportunity to hear from local commuters and “reformed” commuters about their personal experiences in the City. Bring your bike and if you want to get your hands dirty, P2P will be available to discuss some basic bike maintenance.  Pre-registration is required because there are only 20 spaces available! Register in the store or HERE Cost: $15 with proceeds going to Pedals2People.  Spaces available: 20 and right now you can get a 2 for 1 price if you bring a friend. Location: Sun People Dry Goods Workshop Room, 32 West Second Avenue, Suite 200. RSVP on Facebook.

Presenters include:

John Speare, CyclingSpokane
Paul Turner, The Slice
Eileen Hyatt, Bike Buddy Program
The amazing Barb Chamberlain, Bike to Work

According to Beth Mort (pictured above) at Sun People Dry Goods, "you will leave feeling confident about rolling around in traffic, knowing the laws, excited to get the essential pieces of gear to be safe and comfortable, and dialed in to find your best route.  Bring your bike and get some easy, basic bike maintenance skills!  You seriously need to get your bike out! I will see you there!"



Pedals2People is a non-profit that uses the bicycle as a tool to empower people and build healthier communities and they believe that the bicycle is an approachable, healthy and sustainable option for transportation. Pedals2People also works to connect with other organizations in order to further extend its ability to recycle, reuse and rehabilitate bicycles.
 
Also, this is a great opprotunity to scope a unique way to carry groceries and other goodies on your bike: Bucket panniers! These panniers are made locally at the Pedals2People shop from repurposed laundry buckets, metal stock from Earthworks Recycling, and bike tire inner tubes. They're available at Sun People Dry Goods for just $10 each. 

Again, call today at the store 368.9378, email beth@sunpeopledrygoods or register at Brown Paper Tickets.

 



Down To Earth

The DTE blog is committed to reporting and sharing environmental news and sustainability information from across the Inland Northwest.