Inspired by the Tweed Run in London and similar rides in San Francisco, Chicago and Boston, Newport is throwing its own woolen cap into the ring by hosting an inaugural Tweed Ride on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009. The ride departs at 2:00 p.m. from here at the Reser Bicycle Outfitters / Fusion Studio Building.
A leisurely six-mile course will take riders through the fair streets of Newport, Covington and Cincinnati in the most dapper attire followed by friendly banter, nibbles and libations at Claddagh Irish Pub at Newport on the Levee.
Riders are asked to leave their Lycra at home and dress in British period pieces. Organizers will make awards for the best costumes, and a suggested $5 donation helps fund bike racks in city parks. Possible attired includes woolen plus fours, tweed jackets, ties, flat caps, merino team jerseys, knitted jumpers, etc.
Need help putting your outfit together visit Newport’s Costume Gallery at 638 Monmouth St. (859) 655-9419
For more information about the Tweed Ride, visit www.bikenewport.org.
A leisurely six-mile course will take riders through the fair streets of Newport, Covington and Cincinnati in the most dapper attire followed by friendly banter, nibbles and libations at Claddagh Irish Pub at Newport on the Levee.
Riders are asked to leave their Lycra at home and dress in British period pieces. Organizers will make awards for the best costumes, and a suggested $5 donation helps fund bike racks in city parks. Possible attired includes woolen plus fours, tweed jackets, ties, flat caps, merino team jerseys, knitted jumpers, etc.
Need help putting your outfit together visit Newport’s Costume Gallery at 638 Monmouth St. (859) 655-9419
For more information about the Tweed Ride, visit www.bikenewport.org.
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