Well, Ive got to run to keep from hiding,
And Im bound to keep on riding.
And Ive got one more silver dollar,
But Im not gonna let them catch me, no,
Not gonna let em catch the midnight rider.

Nashville Midnight Riders rides out tonight- meeting at 5 Points on the Eastside at 10pm, riding out at 11.

Bicycle rack designed by David Byrne

Hello, creative folk: the Nashville Arts Commission is seeking design submissions for new bicycle racks in Nashville. Designs should draw on Nashville’s “history, culture and natural features.” Whiskey bottle, anyone? J/K, j/k…

Several other cities have done similar projects, including Austin, NYC and Portland.  The rack above was designed for New York City by David Byrne. Public art that is bicycle related? Yes, please.

If you want to submit a design, there is more information at the Nashville Arts Commission website!

Ok, so this isn’t bicycle related…BUT it is pedestrian related and is a great cuase. Community Nashville will be hosting its seventh annual Walk As One fundraiser tomorrow, Saturday September 26th. The walk is a partnership between local non profits, including Community Nashville, Happy Tales Humane, and Nashville Cares.

Community Nashville is an “organization dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry and racism. CommunityNashville promotes understanding and respect among all races, religions and cultures through advocacy and education.” Sounds good. Check out the Walk as One website for registration information.

Our friends over at Skumlife have set up a new website/photoblog for your enjoyment. Expect some entertaining documentation of the trials and tribulations of urban cycling in Nashhville.

The fourth annual Nashville freak bike fantastic celebration is upon us. Yes, we are talking Hootenanny. The Nashville chapter of Rat Patrol Bike Club will be hosting a weekend of bikes, bikes, and yes…bikes. Mix in some adult beverages, music, and a lot of fun loving folk, and you have a hootenanny.

If you are unfamiliar with freak bikes, then do yourself a favor and Google image search “freak bike.” Proceed to absorb the wonder of the freak bike.

The Saturday ride will begin at the Pirate Ship in Centennial Park, 3:15pm Saturday September 19th. Daniel, our resident Rat, can give you more information if you are interested. He is at the shop Tuesday-Friday and Sunday!