[Netnews-action] Bikes, Dubstep, Films, Halloween, FOR FREE

[I Bike MCR]

Friday 31st October

Critical Massacre 6pm Central Library
Come in fancy dress for a spooky bike ride around our city.

Then we ride to Jackson's Boat, Rifle Road, Sale, M33 2LX
for a Halloween party and Subvurt Transport.

The idea of the night is to:

*bring together politics, fun, dancing and havin it music.
*promote cycling
*discuss transport issues
*meet other cyclists and cycling organisations
*have loads of fun
*celebrate Halloween

ALTHOUGH THE EVENT IS HAPPENING AFTER CRITICAL MASS EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO
COME TO THE PARTY. We do ask that people consider sustainable forms of
transport to get there where possible.

To plan your route there using public transport see:
http://nw.aimwebsites.co.uk/JourneyPlanner.jsp?vm_Reset_str=true

You can get there on the Trans Penine Trail and also a short walk from
Chorlton through Chorlton Ees Nature Reserve. See map here:

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?near=+M33+2LX&q=jackson%27s+boat+sale&f=p&btnG=Search+Maps&rl=1

It is part of two groups: Subvert and I Bike MCR where everyone gives
their time and skills for free. We organise events that aim to promote
social change and thought and discussion around important issues. We do
this in our own spare time because we believe that giving our time to make
a change will be worth it.

It will be a free event in order to make it accessible to everyone no
matter their economic situation. We will ask for donations to go to
helping the I Bike MCR cycle campaign.

Subvurt and I Bike MCR Halloween Party
at Jackson's Boat

With 2 areas of ace stuff going on- indoors and outdoors under a marquee!

Indoor Space
8.30-10.30: Films, spoken word performance and speakers from different
transport related campaigns and organisations inc. 20's plenty Campaign,
Manchester Congestion Charge YES Campaign, I Bike MCR, Bicycology, Keith
Farnish.

10.30pm: DJ's playing a variety of Dubstep, Drum and Bass etc.
Inc. KEN EVIL (Bass Camp/Ape)
DEFUNKLES (Solid Earth)
R LASS (Drum Music)
ROB and MATT (LOCKED/ HENDRE HALL, BANGOR)

Outdoor Space
8.30pm- The Spokes Bicycle Dance Troupe perform
9pm-10pm- bike games including a foot down comp, strip track stand
competition (fixie required for most of them!)

9pm- 1am- DJ's playing reggae, dub, dancehall, funk, garage, house. Inc.
LONGSHOT DJ's and a back2back special from Louis (Longshot) and Nes (Pick
your own/ i bike mcr)
JACKY FERAL (FOM + Stumblefunk)
RUF MOUTH (Drum Music)

ALL FOR FREEEEEEE!!!!!!

We're finishing at 1am so you have time to go to houseparties etc that I'm
sure will be on late into the night on this ghoulish evening..so come nice
and early and make the most of this fantastic and exciting event.

If you want to DJ, perform or help out by giving out flyers, helping make
and put up decor etc. get in touch: info at ibikemcr.org.uk

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I Bike MCR Mini Autumn Festival
29th September to the 5th October 2008
http://www.ibikemcr.org.uk/mini.htm
Blog: http://ibikemcr.wordpress.com/
Spokes Blog: http://thespokes.wordpress.com/

I Bike MCR Festival #3: Friday 27th March to Friday 24th April 2009
http://www.ibikemcr.org.uk/annualfestival.htm

Email: info at ibikemcr.org.uk
Web: http://www.ibikemcr.org.uk
Telephone: +447530780383

Some comments that people that came to this years festival sent us:

"Just want to say Manchester cyclists are lucky to have you.
Thanks for I Bike MCR 2008"

"The festival brings cyclists together who would not normally get to meet
and socialise. It makes me feel as though Manchester has a community of
cyclists and makes me feel more positive and steadfast about using
sustainable transport and enjoying travelling round Manchester."

"I Bike MCR Festival was a month of bike related bliss. It opened me up to
a world of new cycling experiences and even more importantly I ended the
month with a wonderful group of new friends."


"(The I Bike MCR festival) Brings the cycling community together, brings
awareness to environmental issues occuring on our doorstep. Encourages
creativity and expression amongst participants."

"...it is at the forefront of promoting cycling in Manchester.it forges a
worthwhile and healthy community spirit."

"A heartfelt thanks for organising this year's festival."

"I really enjoyed the Ladies Bike Ride. I've never ridden with a group of
other women before and found it really refreshing to be with a group of
women who also really loved riding (none of my female friends have bikes).
I really loved it, and it's made me even more keen to take part in other
regular rides and next year's festival. It's also made me want to improve
my riding more, and my knowledge of bike maintenance, so I can enjoy even
more independence on the roads and trails of Manchester and beyond! Thanks
for organising it all!"

"the festival has been awesome and hope i can come back next year..."

"When it comes to cycling in Manchester, the folks at I Bike MCR really
have something up their sleeve. Not only are they revolutionizing the way
Mancunians think about transport, but they are rockin' the casbah all the
way to the streets. Once you take part in an event, you realize the heart
and soul that has gone into making this year's festival a uniting and
empowering experience. Get off the bus and on a bike, we have a home for
you!"