Welcome to GEARs. The Greater Eugene Area Riders is a non-profit organization with the mission to promote and encourage bicycle riding for transportation and recreation. We coordinate weekly rides, provide safety and skill education, defend the rights and responsibilities of bike riders, and work to enhance the bicycle culture in Eugene and surrounding area. Membership in GEARs has its rewards! In addition to all of the rides and advocacy work we do, there are additional benefits. Local bike shops and other businesses are now offering discounts for GEARs members. Join GEARs Now.
Our next Board Meeting will be Tuesday, September 7th, 6-8:00 p.m. at the Keystone Cafe, 5th and Lawrence, Eugene [map]. Members and the Public are encouraged to attend. An agenda can be found here.
Our next General Meeting will be Thursday, September 9th, 7-8:30 p.m. at 240A McKenzie Hall. It is part of the “Off the Chainring Tour“: A special interactive, multimedia traveling roadshow bike summit by Elly Blue & Joe Biel who are bike touring their show around the West during August & September bringing bikes, movies, zines, books, debate, problem solving, and general bike wonkiness. Eugene is the last stop before their return to Portland. Come share, teach, and learn. See http://bikestravaganza.wordpress.com/ for more information.
