Mebane schedules May 9 bike rodeo and June 13 community ride with police support

The Mebane Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee confirmed details for two spring events at its April meeting: a community bike rodeo set for May 9 and a community-guided bike ride tied to Juneteenth on June 13.

Committee members agreed the bike rodeo would run roughly 9 a.m. to noon and include an obstacle course for children, free bike registration handled by police, a bike maintenance table staffed by volunteers, and the possibility of free helmets if police or partners can supply them. "Sergeant Suit will be there on a police bike," Mitchell Pinsky, city planner and staff support, said when discussing police coordination.

Why it matters: the rodeo and ride are outreach actions meant to increase visibility for active transportation, encourage safe riding, and connect families with local resources such as the Greenway. The committee also expects the events to drive community interest in the artistic bike‑rack selection and other year‑long programs.

Key details: the community ride was scheduled for 10 a.m. to avoid overlap with other festival activities; staff will circulate a route map to police so officers can lead and provide rear support. Volunteers were asked to staff course stations, help fit helmets, hand out stickers and maps, and assist with check‑in. James Allen, vice chair, said he will handle bike maintenance during the rodeo and bring common tubes for kids' bikes.

What’s next: staff will send the finalized route to Lieutenant Underwood and Sergeant Suit and confirm volunteer assignments and supplies ahead of the May 9 rodeo.