Want to work on your own bike, but need tools and space to do it? Rent-a-bench is $5/hr for the public and free for active volunteers. Bike Library Volunteers will only perform repairs on Checkout bikes not rent-a-bench participants. However, depending on volunteers staffed, we can answer questions.
No-drop 20-30 mile gravel ride. No riders are left behind! The loop will vary weekly and end at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City.
April through October begin at 9 a.m. in a location that changes every month. Known as the “2sday 2wheelers,” we vary the ride start location to access a variety of trails/routes. Rides range from 25 to 40 miles at speeds from 12 to 15 mph. Faster riders may break away; anyone is welcome to keep […]
40-ish mile drop ride at competitive 20-24 mph average speed. No registration required.
Non-binary, femme, trans* women Night at the Bike Library. We offer bicycle repair instruction for women-identified and gender-nonconforming individuals lead by mechanics who also fit that description. This is a free program though you can choose to donate $5/hr. We encourage women-identifying and gender-nonconforming folks to learn bicycle maintenance and repair firsthand in a shop […]
This is a fun and friendly ride at the Sugar Bottom mountain bike trails. Open to all experience levels. The group meets at the main parking lot for the mountain bike trails – right by the beach and frisbee golf course.
Make sure your bike is ready to ride this season. Learn how to set saddle height and tire pressure and how to change a tube and maintain your drivetrain. This program is brought in partnership with Scheels and is taught by their bike experts. Registration required; event is free. Spots are limited. Register by calling […]
Held from May-October (sometimes earlier in the season, weather depending) Every Wednesday Gravel ride on mixed surfaces 22-30mile distance 90-110 min ride time 15-16mph average pace Meet at 6pm at Sugar Bottom Bikes End ride at Red’s Alehouse for a free pint! Check the Sugar Bottom Bikes Strava Group for the ride + route information […]
Every Wednesday evening the Bicyclists of Iowa City go on a ride in the Iowa City Area. Check out their event calendar for the details about each weekly ride, as the meeting location and route change each week.
The Iowa City Pride Ride takes place every Wednesday. The group meets at 6:15pm at the Iowa City Bike Library and the ride begins at 6:30pm. Each ride is a casual pace for 6-12 miles on streets, sidewalks, and paths. It is a no-drop ride, which means nobody will be left behind. The goal is […]