Gritty City Delaware

Trek Bicycle Newark is your destination for the latest products from Trek and Bontrager, service and tune-ups for bikes of any brand, and a great place to reserve a rental bike for your next two-wheeled adventure.We're conveniently located on Main Street and just a few blocks from the University of Delaware, where we're proud to serve our surrounding communities. Our team is also proud to support the local cycling community through our involvement with charity rides like Bike Month and by providing trail maintenance support with the Delaware Trail Spinners.Whatever your experience level and however you like to ride, we welcome you to stop by our bike shop, meet the team, and see what we have to offer.

Trek Bicycle Newark

Gritty City Gravel Series

Join us for our gritty city rides, starting from a Trek Philadelphia-area shop! Each ride covers 20 miles at a no-drop pace on mixed terrain, with gravel around every corner. Sign up for the whole series or choose the events that work best for you!

Hone your off-pavement skills, meet new friends, and have some fun during the Gritty City Gravel Series.Enjoy one day only special Gritty City discounts on bikes and gear at Newark &amp; Wilmington Trek Bicycle locations. Please review the following notes to ensure the best experience possible. This is an intermediate-level ride, so you’ll need to have a good level of fitness and be comfortable with off-road riding on varied terrain, including moderate hills, in order to safely and enjoyably complete the ride. Routes here:23-mile - <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49208136" title="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49208136" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49208136</a> 30-mile - <a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49208139" title="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49208139" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49208139</a> Ride Groups:12-14+mph, Fast Pace, blue wristband (30 miles)11-12mph, Moderate Pace, pink wristband (30 miles)8-10mph, Short Course, red wristband (23 miles) Day of the ride· Parking is NOT available at Trek Newark· Parking is free on Main Street or Newark Municipal Lots (Do not park in Newark Shopping Center or UD private lots)· Parking is also available for free at Newark High School, 750 East Delaware Ave. Arrival at store· Arrive by 9:30am for bike checks and sign in, rides will start at 10:00am.· Fast pace will start first, with Moderate and Short Crouse spaced every 5 minutes after.· Limited bathroom and changing areas so take care of business before arrival.· Clothing bags can be securely stowed at the store.· Bring trailside repair tools, especially a tube that fits your specific tire size.· Bring on ride nutrition and hydration (eat every 45min). The Ride· This is NOT a race· While mostly off-road, there are some open road sections. You're responsible for your wheel and following road rules· This ride is not suitable for road bikes or hybrid bikes· Mountain bikes must go with Short Course group (23 miles)· Remain with your group--if you're ahead of the leader or behind the sweep, you're not on the ride· Helmets are required, and lights and hydration are recommended.· For medical emergencies dial 9-1-1 Post Ride· Stick around for hospitality &amp; conversation! (Pizza, Beverages)Questions? Contact Ben_Meeder@trekbikes.com or Trek Newark (302-368-8779)

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