Strive Not to Drive Week

What: Strive Not to Drive, a week of events that highlight multi-modal transit options
When: Each year during May
Where: Multiple locations in Asheville

AoB is a proud supporter of Strive Not To Drive Week, an annual event that encourages residents of Buncombe, Haywood, and Henderson counties to commute, run errands, and recreate using the healthiest, happiest, and most sustainable transportation methods possible. This annual week of events features a multi-modal commuter challenge, community and memorial rides, guided tours of the area’s multi-modal transportation infrastructure, opportunities to engage with local elected officials around transportation issues, community celebrations, and more! To stay up to date on the next Strive Not to Drive, visit the SNTD website and sign up for AoB’s e-news.

Strive Not to Drive 2025

Friday, May 16th
National Bike to Work Day
Roll Out of Work

Join Asheville on Bikes in celebration of National Bike to Work Day with the Roll Out of Work urban ride that culminates at Burial Brewing on Friday, May 16th.

Location: Ride gathers at Pritchard Park (76 Patton Ave, 28801) at 5pm

Preview and download the Roll Out of Work ‘25 route. If you’re not able participate in the ride, by all means join us at Burial to celebrate National Bike to Work Day and launch Strive.

Tuesday, May 20th: 6pm – 7pm

Walk/Bike Audit Training Session for Lucy Herring Walk/Bike Audit

Location: 942 Haywood Rd, Asheville, NC 28806

This session is for volunteers who will host the Lucy Herring Walk/Bike Audit on Wednesday, May 22nd 7am – 8pm or are curious to learn how to host a Walk/Bike Audit.

Complete this Walk / Bike Audit form if you’re available to volunteer for the Lucy Herring Walk/Bike audit or would like to have a walk/bike audit in your community.

Wednesday, May 21st

Lucy Herring Walk Bike/Audit: 7am – 8am 
Lucy Herring Bike Bus: 7am – 8am

Location: West Asheville near Lucy Herring. RSVP to learn the specific locations.

Join Asheville on Bikes in hosting a walk/bike audit at Lucy Herring or participate in the Lucy Herring Bike Bus. Please RSVP to participate in the Lucy Herring Bike Bus.

Wednesday, May 21st: 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Ride of Silence

Location: Ride Gathers at 70 Court Plaza (Asheville City Hall). Refer to Ride of Silence for route specifics. 

Ride of Silence is an international event to honor those who have been injured or killed on our public rights of way. This year’s ride is dedicated to the memory of Alex Rozos who was killed while riding on Swannanoa River Road on July 18th 2024. 

Please RSVP for the Ride of Silence if you plan to participate. Use AoB’s Ride With GPS Ride of Silence ‘25 route to preview, download, and share the event. 

Thursday, May 22nd: 6pm – 8pm

Bike In Cinema

Location: New Belgium Brewing

*Details to be shared shortly 

Join AoB and New Belgium for an outdoor Bike In Cinema hosted at New Belgium Brewing. 

Friday, May 23rd: 6pm – 8pm

Bicycle Friendly Business Breakdown 

Location: 1 Haywood St (The Collider)

Asheville on Bikes hosts an information session regarding the League of American Bicyclists Bicycle Friendly Business certification. In 2020, this program resulted in the Asheville leading NC in certified Bicycle Friendly Businesses. If you’d like more information on Bicycle Friendly Business certification and application sessions, fill out the Bicycle Friendly Business Interest Form.   

Asheville on Bikes runs a series of help sessions for businesses who want to support navigating the application process necessary to apply for a Bicycle Friendly Business Award. These sessions are free, they are casual, and they can help you succeed with your application.

Following the initial session,  Bicycle Friendly Business Breakdowns (BFBB) are scheduled to meet the third Thursday of each month from 4pm – 5pm through Oct. At these sessions, we help you to fill out and submit your application to the League of American Bicyclists in order to be considered for a Bicycle Friendly Business award. The award levels are bronze, silver, gold, and platinum.

Saturday, May 24th: 11am – 5pm

Smart Cycling Class

Location: Stephens – Lee Community Center (30 George Washington Carver Ave)

Want to feel more confident riding your bike around Asheville? Whether you’re new to city cycling or looking to sharpen your skills, our Smart Cycling (Traffic Skills 101) class will teach you how to ride safely, predictably, and with ease. Smart Cycling is conducted in partnership with the League of American Cyclists and Asheville on Bikes. 

 This class is designed to help people:

  • Plan safe and efficient routes for commuting, errands, or adventure
  • Develop essential bike handling skills for control and confidence
  • Understand traffic laws and best riding practices to navigate city streets safely
  • Learn basic bike maintenance to keep your ride in top shape