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This weeks theme is TIN FOIL AND DUCT TAPE!

So just do as the theme says, get some tin foil and duct tape and do with it what you want!  We can't wait to see what you come up with!

The second Thursday of the month brings us back to Mid-City!  We gather at Finn McCools to grab food, refreshments and socialize at 7:00PM, then take it to the streets sometime after 7:30!  Finn's is located at 3701 Banks Street. So bring your tinfoil hats, wrap your bike, get yourself shiny and come out and join us!


Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! They also keep you safe and they are the law! Also: more lights = more fun!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe and respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk!
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.

As always:
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please:
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to:
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

If you find yourself in front of the ride:
- Always yield to oncoming traffic (when in doubt, wait!)
- Always stop and wait for everyone before crossing major intersections
- Wait for traffic lights to cycle! (even on green)
- It's not a race! (less gears = more cheers!)

And don't forget to give out a few Happy Thursday's!

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!

RSVP at our Facebook Event Page
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We're starting this month off with an honorable theme of PINK on Oct. 4th.  So dress in pink everything; hats, wigs, shirts, socks, pants, or even put on a cape.  You can dress your bike up by wrapping the handlebars with pink tape or pink grips, wrap the entire bike with pink paper or a pink bow.  For inspiration, we saw this gentleman passing through New Orleans on a cycling trip raising money for breast cancer awareness.  He was wearing a pink bra.

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View image We are meeting at Dat Dog at 7PM, which is located at 5030 Freret St, to eat, drink and hang out until 7:30-7:45.  From there we'll take it to the streets of Uptown and bring the Happy Thursday cheers!

Can't do Thursday, but are you free to ride Saturday?  It's worth mentioning that our fellow cruisers, 2-Wheel Motion (formerly LifeChangers), will be doing something similar on Saturday Oct. 6.  Their ride will start at Walkers Downtown Grill at 11AM.  It's located at 1139 St. Bernard Ave.  Next to Kings Supermarket.  More information can be found on their Facebook page.



This week's theme is East meets West; Cowboys versus Ninja's!

We are meeting at Finn McCools to eat, drink and socialize at 7:00PM, then take it to the streets of Mid-City around 7:30!  Finn's is located at 3701 Banks Street.  Biking directions can be found at http://bit.ly/qjFYoq.  Bring your ninja stars and cowboy hats, we will be bringing some Happy Thursday love to Mid-City!

Check our Facebook page for this event for the most up to date information & to see who else is coming.

We have a live ride tracker that will be posted on Facebook and our twitter page @NOLASocialRide the day of the ride - if you you can't make it to Finn's, feel free to come track us down and join us on the way or at one of our stops!

We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! They also keep you safe and they are the law! Also: more lights = more fun!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe and respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything and stay aware of the road!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk!
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.

As always:
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please:
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to:
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

If you find yourself in front of the ride:
- Always yield to oncoming traffic (when in doubt, wait!)
- Always stop and wait for everyone before crossing major intersections
- Wait for traffic lights to cycle! (even on green)
- It's not a race! (less gears = more cheers!)

And don't forget to give out a few Happy Thursday's!
Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!
This Week's Theme is "Mid-Summer Mardi Gras"

We're more than half-way to the next carnival season! The Krewe of O.A.K commemorates this with a Midsummer Mardi Gras Celebration on Saturday, and we will be breaking in the theme early on Thursday!

We plan on meeting up at the Rally's on Carrolton doing an Old Metairie Ride, getting a drive thru Daiquiri, bring a taste of Happy Thursday across the parish line! Come join us, all are welcome!


We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! They also keep you safe and they are the law! Also: more lights = more fun!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe and respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk!
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.

As always:
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please:
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to:
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

If you find yourself in front of the ride:
- Always yield to oncoming traffic (when in doubt, wait!)
- Always stop and wait for everyone before crossing major intersections
- Wait for traffic lights to cycle! (even on green)
- It's not a race! (less gears = more cheers!)

And don't forget to give out a few Happy Thursday's!

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!

RSVP at our Facebook Event Page
Dress Red Ride.jpgThis week's theme is our DRESS RED RIDE!

As many of you know, we live in a city that is filled with fun freaky folks!  This coming week is for the Hash House Harriers.  They are a fun group of "drinkers with a running problem."  This week is filled with events leading up to Red Dress Run on Saturday.  We plan to honor this group with our own "DRESS RED RIDE."  So grab your bike and dress or whatever, just make sure dat it's RED!

We are meeting at Finn McCools to eat, drink and socialize at 7:00PM, then take it to
the streets of Mid-City around 7:30! Finn's is located at 3701 Banks Street. Biking directions can be found at http://bit.ly/qjFYoq.

Check our Facebook page for this event for the most up to date information & to see who else is coming.

We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! They not only keep you safe, but they are the law!  Also: more lights = more fun!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe and respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk!
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.

As always:
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please:
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to:
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

If you find yourself in front of the ride:
- Always yield to oncoming traffic (when in doubt, wait!)
- Always stop and wait for everyone before crossing major intersections
- Wait for traffic lights to cycle! (even on green)
- It's not a race! (less gears = more cheers!)

And don't forget to give out a few Happy Thursday's!

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!
This week is the "We Are The World" Ride!  Wear your favorite international clothing and/or costumes!

We are meeting at Dat Dog at 7PM, which is located at 5030 Freret St, to eat, drink and hang out until 7:30-7:45.  From there we'll take it to the streets of Uptown and bring the Happy Thursday cheer with an international twist! 

We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! (an aside - "They are fun!") They also keep you safe and they are the law!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe & respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk.
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.

As always;
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please;
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!


RSVP on our Facebook Event Page or email us at nolasocialride@gmail.com!
549093_10101017097016678_1544875946_n.jpgThis weeks theme is:
"Where the WILD THINGS Ride"

Come dressed as a wild animal like a zebra, lion, tiger, etc,,,,Since we are going to cross the mighty waters of the Missisippi, ride around the untamed roads of the Westbank, and let your wild side show!

We plan on meeting up at the "Purple Fin" next to the Canal St Ferry, in front of the aquarium (map here). We'll take the next ferry after 7:30pm, so don't be late!. 


We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! They also keep you safe and they are the law! Also: more lights = more fun!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe and respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk!
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.

As always:
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please:
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to:
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

If you find yourself in front of the ride:
- Always yield to oncoming traffic (when in doubt, wait!)
- Always stop and wait for everyone before crossing major intersections
- Wait for traffic lights to cycle! (even on green)
- It's not a race! (less gears = more cheers!)

And don't forget to give out a few Happy Thursday's!

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!
205289_10101010845774218_561519997_n.jpgThis weeks theme is: "The Hawaiian Luau Ride: Everyone gets Lei'd!"

So get your leis, grass skirts, coconut bras, tiki torches and Hawaiian shirts ready! We are meeting at Finn McCools to eat, drink and socialize at 7:00PM, then take it to the streets of Mid-City around 7:30! Finn's is located at 3701 Banks St. (Biking Directions: http://bit.ly/qjFYoq)

We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! They also keep you safe and they are the law! Also: more lights = more fun!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe and respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk!
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.

As always:
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please:
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to:
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

If you find yourself in front of the ride:
- Always yield to oncoming traffic (when in doubt, wait!)
- Always stop and wait for everyone before crossing major intersections
- Wait for traffic lights to cycle! (even on green)
- It's not a race! (less gears = more cheers!)

And don't forget to give out a few Happy Thursday's!

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!

RSVP on our Facebook Event Page!
This weeks theme is "Off to the Races!"

Since the start of the 99th Tour de France is on Saturday, we plan on busting out the spandex, because it's a "right, not a privilege."  We want you to dress like you're in a bicycle race, or like one of the characters that cheer racers on, like The Devil. Jersey colors that are given out throughout The Tour are yellow, green, white, & a red polka dot.

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This will not be a race!

We are meeting up at Squeal BBQ at 7pm, where we'll eat, drink and hang for a bit, then take it to the streets of "The Metry & Old Jefferson."  Squeal BBQ is located at 8400 Oak Street.  Need Directions?  Once again, this will not be a race.  We're going out for a leisurely ride where you are responsible for yourself.

We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:

- Please get lights, front and rear! (an aside - "They are fun!") They also keep you safe and they are the law!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be safe & respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and objects around you. Everyone rides at their own risk.
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!
- If you need assistance, flag down on of our Ride Rangers.


As always;
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, but encouraged!

Please;
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!
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This weeks theme is "Fly Your Flag"
in honor of National Flag Day!

We will be flying them high on our bikes! So show your pride and wave it proudly! Now find that "Jazzfest", "Republic of NOLA", "Happy Thursday" or even a good old "USA" flag and show your support for something that means a great deal to you.

We are meeting at Finn McCool's at 7pm for eats and drinks. They are located at 3701 Banks St. Biking Directions can be found at:http://bit.ly/qjFYoq. Around 7:30pm we will take it to the streets of Mid-City waving Old Glory.

We want to welcome all of our new riders that have joined us! Here are some tips to make your ride safer, and more fun:
- Please get lights, front and back! (and side, they are fun!) They keep you safe and they are the law!
- Please stay to the right, be it a 1, 2, or 5 lane street. You never know when a car will make a quick turn, and we want to be respectful.
- Please pass the word backwards and forwards, as riders will shout warnings whether it be "stop, pothole, glass, car back, walker up, slow down, flat tire, etc" Also speak up if you see anything!
- Know your bicycle, your limits, and be aware of the people and around you. Everyone rides at their own risk.
- Get the phone number of a regular rider, in case you are running late, fall behind, or get lost!
- Please keep up with the group, and help keep everyone together!

As always;
- We put safety first
- We respect all drivers, no matter what they drive
- We obey all laws
- We leave NO TRACE!
- Costumes are optional, and encouraged!

Please;
- Bring a friend or two or three
- Bring something to share
- Bring a spare tube, some tools, and a pump

Don't Forget to
- Tighten your nuts
- Lube your chain
- Inflate your tires

Have a Happy Thursday, Everyday!
LESS GEARS = MORE CHEERS!

Check out our Facebook Event Page to RSVP! 


Also, Check our Twitter Page during the ride for an (almost) real-time ride map!  See where we are and join us at any time!

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