YMCA, BIKE FRIENDLY KINGSTON TO HOST BIKE REPAIR CLINIC MAY 13th

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 3, 2023
Contact: Tom Polk 845-338-3810, Ext 102
Email: tpolk@ymcaulster.org

Kingston, NY – Celebrate National Bike Month by getting your bike ready to ride! Bike Friendly Kingston and the YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County will be hosting a free bicycle repair clinic on Saturday, May 13th. Come to the Y parking lot on Pine Grove Avenue in Kingston between 1pm and 4pm to have your bike checked over.

Repair Clinic 3-26-23 close up

What else do you need to bike? A bell is required by New York State law, and if you ride after dark, you need a set of front and rear lights. If you’re under 14 years of age, a helmet is required while riding! You can get bells, lights and bike helmets at the clinic.

No advance registration required. The event is free, but donations are welcome! Be sure to bring your bike.

For more information, contact the YMCA Bicycle Program Manager, Tom Polk. Telephone: 845-338-3810, Ext 102 Email: tpolk@ymcaulster.org

About the YMCA: The YMCA of Kingston and Ulster County was established in 1866 and is part of the worldwide YMCA movement. The Y is an open, inter-faith movement which advocates Christian principles through programs that build character, respond to community needs, and help build spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA membership is open all in the community without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnic background, economic background, economic status, or citizenship.

About Bike Friendly Kingston: Bike-Friendly Kingston is an association of individuals who share a common goal: to make Kingston a safer, more bike-able city. We pursue a range of activities, including advocating for better bicycle infrastructure and policies and educating Kingston residents about the benefits of safe and responsible bicycling. Our goal is to make Kingston the best place to ride a bike in the Hudson Valley!