Bike Swap and FREE Safety Rodeo

Bike Swap and FREE Safety Rodeo
Get Hooked on Biking in Boulder Junction!

The Boulder Junction Chamber of Commerce and the local cycling community invite you to a Bike Swap and FREE Safety Rodeo on Saturday, May 23rd from 11 AM – 2 PM. These two separate events will be held at the Boulder Junction Community Center. The aim is to raise funds and awareness for the trails in Boulder Junction, a central and historic part of the paved 52-mile Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail system that connects five communities in the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest. This is your chance to find good deals on bikes, learn, and meet others who are enthusiastic about cycling.

Bike Swap – Inside the Community Center
Sale Hours: 11 AM – 2 PM
For sellers: The swap is for both used and new bikes. Used bikes must be clean and in good working condition. Bring your bike(s) to the Community Center on the morning of the event between 8-10 AM for drop off and to sign a release form. Sellers determine the sale price of their bike(s), including the asking price and the lowest accepted price. Sellers are encouraged to visit Bicycle Blue Book before setting their prices. Sellers should review, print, and fill out the Seller Agreement and Bike Intake Form and bring with the bicycle(s). Forms will be available day-of as well. 20% of each sale’s proceeds will be retained as commission to benefit the maintenance of the Boulder Junction bike trails. Any bikes not sold must be picked up at 2 PM.

For buyers: The swap is for both used and new bikes. Used bikes will be clean and in good working condition. Doors open at 11 AM. Cash or credit accepted. Additional cycling gear will not be sold, but a free gear table will be available. Coontail will be on-site with a preview of their bike inventory for demonstration. Coffee and baked goods from the Boulder Junction Coffee Shop will be available for purchase.

Safety Rodeo – Outside the Community Center – FREE
Rodeo: 1 – 2 PM
The rodeo is for ages 4 to adult. Children must be able to ride on their own. It will be fun and educational! Do you know how to pump your tires effectively? How about the rules of the road? And where most accidents happen? Join us to find out.
The rodeo includes the following stations:

• bike maintenance
• pre-ride safety checks (e.g. helmet fitting, brake checks)
• balance skills and games
• specific safety skills training including:
  • start and stop
  • signals and scans
  • obstacle avoidance
  • driveway and mid-block exits
  • traffic signs and intersections

Bring your bicycle and helmet. Families are welcome!
You may register in advance by filling out the online form. Walk-in registrations are accepted at 12:30 PM. All rodeo participants must sign a rodeo waiver form. Participants are encouraged to print and fill out the waiver and bring to check-in but forms will also be available on-site. Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign a safety waiver before participating. In the event of rain, the rodeo will still be held outdoors, under cover. Upon completion of the Safety Rodeo, participants will recieve a certificate that can be taken to the Ice Shanty for a free small soft serve, to Boulder Jct. Brewing Co. for a free kids drink, and to Aqualand Ale House for 20% off a kids meal.

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After the festivities, enjoy a bike ride on our beautiful, paved Boulder Junction bike trails.
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