Pop-Up Bike Shops

Pop-Up Bike Shops

At each Pop-Up Bike Shop, we offer free bicycle tune-ups, distribute safety gear, and share information about bike maintenance, low-stress cycling and walking routes, and upcoming community events.

The Pop-Up Bike Shop series thrives on the talent, compassion, and time of local volunteers who warmly welcome visitors, assist with bike repairs, share event details, and provide general support.

Interested in joining us? Sign up for an upcoming Pop-Up Bike Shop! Explore the volunteer roles below and register to help at one or more of our 2025 events.

2025 Pop-Up Bike Shop Series

Your help—whether you're greeting guests, managing intake, or working on bikes—creates a welcoming and empowering space for everyone who shows up.

Explore the 2025 schedule and use the links below to register for each Pop-Up Bike Shop.

Upcoming Pop-Up Bike Shops

Newport, KY
Sat, October 25, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM

Purple People Bridge
1 Levee Wy, Newport, KY 41071

Register Here


Past Pop-Up Bike Shops

Mount Auburn
Sat, April 26, 12:00–4:00 PM

Mt. Auburn – Community Garden Collaborative
236 Albion Pl, Cincinnati, OH 45219


South Fairmount
Sat, May 17, 12:00–4:00 PM

Lick Run Greenway
1667 Queen City Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45214


Dayton, KY
Sat, June 21, 12:00–4:00 PM

Gil Lynn Park
300 Greendevil Ln, Dayton, KY 41074


South Cumminsville / Millvale
Sat, July 19, 12:00–4:00 PM

Wayne Playground
3575 Beekman St, Cincinnati, Ohio 45223


Norwood, Off Pike Market
Sat, September 6, 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

Victory Park - Off Pike Market
2078 Mills Ave., Norwood, OH 45212

Volunteer Roles Overview

Canvassing

  • Raise awareness for Pop-Up Bike Shops by sharing community posters.
  • Ideal for local volunteers who can identify leaders and strategic locations.

Large Item Transport

  • Move pop-up materials from MoBo Bicycle Co-op to the pop-up location (bicycles, tents, tools) using a car, truck, or bike trailer.
  • Requires ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Intake & Checkout / Welcome Table

  • Welcome visitors, gather bike needs info, and note contact details.
  • Share info on low-stress biking, safety gear, and community resources.

Bike Mechanic – Apprentice

  • Learn bike mechanic skills by working with Intermediate or Advanced Mechanics.
  • Involves tool use, lifting heavy bikes, and hands-on work.

Bike Mechanic – Basic Repairs

  • Typical tasks include fixing flat tires, replacing inner tubes, lubing chains, adjusting brakes and cables, inflating tires, and checking bolts for tightness.
  • Ideal for volunteers who are comfortable working on their own bicycles and have foundational maintenance experience or have completed a basic bike repair workshop.
  • This role helps mitigate a number of advanced repairs needed by addressing common issues early.
  • Must be comfortable using basic tools and working in a fast-paced, outdoor setting with support from more experienced mechanics as needed.
  • Optional and helpful if the volunteer has their own tools.

Bike Mechanic – Intermediate & Advanced Repairs

  • Address complex bike repair needs, such as diagnosing drivetrain issues, adjusting derailleurs and brakes, truing wheels, and evaluating overall bike safety.
  • Volunteers should be comfortable working independently, using a full range of bike tools, and making on-the-spot decisions about repair feasibility.
  • Previous bike shop experience or equivalent hands-on training is strongly preferred.
  • Optional collaboration with a Bike Mechanic Apprentice for mentorship and support.
  • Optional and helpful if the volunteer has their own tools.

General Event Support

  • Set up tents, tables, repair stands, and essential infrastructure.
  • Distribute and track gear giveaways, engage with attendees, and assist in cleanup.

Data Entry

  • Flexible timeframe – before and after events.
Event photographers
  • This role is always a bonus to help us capture the day. If you would like to help with photography, contact Caitlin Sparks directly.

SPONSORS

Thank you to our partners!

The Pop-Up Bike Shop series is organized by Tri-State Trails, Cincinnati Red Bike, Major Taylor Cycling Club of Cincinnati, MoBo Bicycle Co-op, and Queen City Bike with support from REI Bike ShopReser Bicycle Outfitters, and many talented, big-hearted volunteers from across the region.

The Pop-Up Bike Shop series was made possible thanks to financial support from the Bell Charitable Foundation, Paula Nye Memorial Education Grant through the Kentucky Bicycle and Bikeway Commission, and the William P. Anderson Foundation.