Freewheelin' Community Bikes

🚲 ONLY 8 DAYS TO GO! 🚲

Nancy’s Ride is almost here, and there’s still time to be part of an incredible day of riding, community, and giving back! 💙

Whether you want to ride with us or help make the day possible as a volunteer, we need YOU at the 9th Annual Nancy’s Ride on Saturday, September 19th!

🚴 REGISTER TO RIDE FOR FREE: Choose between our 30K route or family-friendly 10K and join us for a memorable ride through Indianapolis—plus food, music, activities, and community fun!

Link in bio or go to👉 https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Indianapolis/NancysRide

🙌 SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER: Help us create an unforgettable experience for riders and our community! Every helping hand makes a difference and helps bring Nancy’s Ride to life.

Link in bio or go to👉 https://runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/IN/Indianapolis/NancysRide

💙 Only 8 days left! Grab a friend, register to ride, sign up to volunteer, and join us for a day that supports the Freewheelin’ Community Bikes mission.

Ride with us. Volunteer with us. Make an impact with us.

It's not just about distinct architecture and beautiful homes! The MK Home Tour is MKNA's largest annual fundraiser. Each year the event provides funds for the Vi Walker Neighborhood Grant Program which supports organizations right here in our community.

Freewheelin' Community Bikes' Earn-a-Bike program is a unique resource for youth in our city. In 2026 Freewheelin' was awarded $3,150 for supply items supporting the Earn-a-Bike program, including Student Tool Kits, Mobile Tool Carts, and bicycle helmet safety equipment.

Stay tuned. Tickets for this year's Home Tour go on sale soon!

Good morning, Freewheelin' Community! Some of our favorite memories are made on two wheels. 🚲💚

From the first time a young person learns how to use a tool, to the moment they ride away on a bike they helped build themselves, every day at Freewheelin’ Community Bikes is filled with moments that remind us why our mission matters.

We’re more than bikes. We’re building confidence, independence, skills, and community—one young person and one ride at a time.

As we look back on the memories we’ve made, we’re grateful for every student, volunteer, supporter, and community member who has been part of the journey. Here’s to all the memories behind us and all the ones still waiting down the road. 💚✨

Community

🚲 Your next adventure starts here! 💛

Join us for the 9th Annual Nancy’s Ride on Saturday, September 19! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or just looking for a fun way to spend the day, there’s a place for you on the ride. Register now for FREE here: https://www.freewheelinbikes.org/nancys-ride or by using the link in our bio! 🚲

✨ Ride for the memories.
✨ Ride for the community.
✨ Ride to support youth development through the power of bikes.

Grab your friends, hop on your bike, and come ride with us! Registration is FREE!!🚴🏾‍♀️🚴🏽‍♂️

📅 September 19, 2026
🚲 9th Annual Nancy’s Ride
💛 Freewheelin’ Community Bikes

Register today and help us keep young people riding, growing, and thriving—one bike at a time!

MKNA awarded The Riviera Club Foundation, Inc. a $650 Vi Walker Neighborhood Grant for gardening supplies. That's a minimal cost for such a big impact! The Riviera Garden Group provides programming for youth from Coburn Place, SHEroes, and Freewheelin' Community Bikes. In 2025 they provided 902 pounds of fresh produce to Boulevard Place Food Pantry.

Funds for the Vi Walker Neighborhood Grant program come from our Home Tour, MKNA's largest annual fundraiser. Your Home Tour ticket support groups like the Riviera Club Foundation, who then provide resources for our neighbors.

🚲✨ THERE’S STILL TIME TO JOIN GREEN APRON CLASS! ✨🚲

Looking for something fun, hands-on, and meaningful for your young cyclist? Green Apron Class is back, and we’d love to have more friends join us! Register today through the link in our bio or visit: [https://tinyurl.com/y6vtb66d](https://tinyurl.com/y6vtb66d)

Green Apron is our hands-on youth bike program where participants get to learn the ins and outs of bicycle mechanics while building confidence, gaining practical skills, and spending time in a welcoming cycling community. 🔧🚴‍♀️

Whether your young person is already passionate about bikes or has never picked up a wrench before, Green Apron is a great opportunity to learn, get their hands dirty, and have fun while doing it!

📅 Register now!
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Freewheelin’ Community Bikes
👥 Ages 10–18

🚨 REGISTRATION HAS BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH THURSDAY, AUGUST 27! 🚨

We currently have a few friends signed up, but we’d LOVE to see more young people join us! So if you’ve been thinking about registering, this is your sign. 🙌

Come learn. Come build. Come ride. Come be part of the Freewheelin’ family. 💚🚲

👉 Register today and join us for Green Apron Class!

🚴‍♀️✨ CARMEL CLASSIC IS OVER… BUT WE’RE NOT DONE RIDING! ✨🚴‍♂️

Had a blast at the Carmel Classic and already looking for your next ride? We’ve got you covered! 👀🚲

Join us for the 9th Annual Nancy’s Ride on September 19! And the best part? Nancy’s Ride is FREE! 🎉

Ride with friends and family while supporting Freewheelin’ Community Bikes and our mission to empower youth through cycling, mentorship, and hands-on learning.

💛 Ride for a purpose
🚲 Bring your crew
🌟 Support Indy youth
🎟️ FREE registration!

Ready to ride again? Sign up now! 👇
👉 https://www.freewheelinbikes.org/nancys-ride

💛 Standing Together, Indiana

Our hearts are with everyone across Indiana impacted by the recent flooding. To our riders, families, neighbors, and communities facing flooded homes, damaged roads, and uncertainty—we see you, and you are not alone.

Cycling has always reminded us that we are stronger when we move together. In difficult moments like this, that spirit matters more than ever. 🚲💛

We’re thinking of everyone working to recover, helping their neighbors, and finding a way forward. Please take care of yourselves and one another, and if you’re able, check in on the people around you who may need a little extra support.

From our Freewheelin’ Community Bikes family to yours: we’re with you, Indiana. 💛

🚨 Carmel Classic 100 Update! 🚲💛

We had a rainy start to the day, which pushed the Carmel Classic 100 back to noon—but in spite of the weather, everyone is having a great time! 🌧️☀️

Thanks for your patience, and thank you to everyone who came out to ride with us today! 💛

🚲 IT’S CARMEL CLASSIC DAY! 🚲🎉

Today’s the day! Join us for the Carmel Classic 100 and find the ride that’s right for you. Whether you’re a serious cyclist, casual rider, or looking for a fun family outing, there’s a route for everyone! 💛

🚴 Carmel Classic 100K – A fully marked course with SAG and mechanical support, ending with a celebration at VQ Labs.

🚴 Carmel Classic 60K – Perfect for newer riders, with full SAG support and the same great finish-line festivities.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 10-Mile Family Loop – A fun, family-friendly ride for all ages!

☕ SCHEDULE:
7:00 AM – Coffee & Snacks / Arrival & Check-in
8:00 AM – Ride Rollout / Official Start 🚲

Come ride, celebrate, and make today unforgettable! We’ll see you at the Carmel Classic! 🎉💛🚲