(CANCELED) Electric Bike Public Workshop
UPDATE: RCEA writes:
In light of recent developments surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19), Redwood Coast Energy Authority has decided to postpone the E-Bike Workshop. RCEA believes it to be in the best interest of the community to take proactive measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Public safety is our top priority. We want to ensure the safety and well-being of our event staff, participants, and community members. RCEA will also be suspending all other RePower Hour events until further notice. Updates will be provided regarding the event when more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding.
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The Redwood Coast Energy Authority is presenting a public workshop about electric bikes on Saturday, March 21, from 1-4 p.m., at the Ten Pin Building in Arcata, 793 K St. (in the Creamery District between K & L Streets on 8th St.). A presentation and shared stories will take place from 1:30-3:00 p.m., with additional time for test rides and mingling. Two-wheeled commuters are on the rise, both locally and internationally, as people are discovering the pure joy, extended range, and easy commute that e-bikes offer. This workshop will cover the basics of why e-bikes have become such a popular option, what kind of e-bikes are available (including locally made retrofits), what to consider when buying one, where they can be ridden, how they help the environment and some of the challenges that riders may encounter. E-bike enthusiasts will share their stories, and e-bikes will be available to take for a spin. Local trail groups will provide updates about Humboldt County’s regional trail system, the Annie & Mary Trail group will sell raffle tickets for a Rad Runner eBike, and the Coalition for Responsible Transportation Priorities will bring information about how e-bikes fit into land-use planning. This workshop will prepare folks to take advantage of RCEA’s e-bike rebate when it becomes available to RCEA customers in April. Details about the rebate will be posted in April. The Ten Pin Building is on the Arcata Trail, which winds through the heart of Arcata. E-bikes owners, makers, and vendors are encouraged to participate; there will be ample space. There is no fee to show your bikes or attend the event. For more information and to RSVP, please contact RCEA at (707) 269-1700, email nstephenson@redwoodenergy.org, or visit RCEA’s website, www.RedwoodEnergy.org. The Electric Bike Workshop is a part of the RePower Hour series designed to answer Humboldt County’s critical energy questions. Details about previous and future topics, like the Battery Storage Workshop, can be found on our website.
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