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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 13, 2026|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2025===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 14th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode State St then up and down main St, down Barre St, onto the bike path and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. <br />
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'''Weather:''' Lower 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' about 59 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! <br/><br />
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===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2025===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP_MILsKGoBiclT7dlVGgBdYShDLAYoit6-Ow5SAyr8u5EcOGEiIG2G9fG6quUufg?pli=1&key=MkctQ2tTYlBNVUJjVDY2akZGM2doRDNEUzUxaFF3<br />
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===2024===<br />
https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP0KEtq8en4akPu8jHDpz4tEriihvXizjOSR3MOFB8znhBklGDlMLIeH7LlIfCnhw?key=MXFIb1M1NmxNYURTR2M4elozVFJ0MGZFZ044czRn<br />
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===2023===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMNo8fvnfu1HDoDyaLNSOyvuPXIgJpukU_LJIoUnPCD71O8lirV_z3rF8-l_OcBiQ?key=RjBYN0FaM05NVHRKb3lUbmxiOVBJcGNVT0tPVjhn<br />
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===2022===https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOsJwGi-QUOGL6MS-EaSLCd7cNeVBpcdPRZP13cnTCfgV7TxkEauvjvxuhYEfzhIQ?key=N0ZmOE1WM2pEU0pXTTZWLVdjcTA0VjdxaUhBcERR<br />
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===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2025===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 14th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode State St then up and down main St, down Barre St, onto the bike path and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. <br />
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'''Weather:''' Lower 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' about 59 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! <br/><br />
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===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2025===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP_MILsKGoBiclT7dlVGgBdYShDLAYoit6-Ow5SAyr8u5EcOGEiIG2G9fG6quUufg?pli=1&key=MkctQ2tTYlBNVUJjVDY2akZGM2doRDNEUzUxaFF3<br />
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===2024===<br />
https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP0KEtq8en4akPu8jHDpz4tEriihvXizjOSR3MOFB8znhBklGDlMLIeH7LlIfCnhw?key=MXFIb1M1NmxNYURTR2M4elozVFJ0MGZFZ044czRn<br />
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===2023===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMNo8fvnfu1HDoDyaLNSOyvuPXIgJpukU_LJIoUnPCD71O8lirV_z3rF8-l_OcBiQ?key=RjBYN0FaM05NVHRKb3lUbmxiOVBJcGNVT0tPVjhn<br />
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===2022===https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipOsJwGi-QUOGL6MS-EaSLCd7cNeVBpcdPRZP13cnTCfgV7TxkEauvjvxuhYEfzhIQ?key=N0ZmOE1WM2pEU0pXTTZWLVdjcTA0VjdxaUhBcERR<br />
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===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2025===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 14th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode State St then up and down main St, down Barre St, onto the bike path and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. <br />
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'''Weather:''' Lower 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' about 59 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! <br/><br />
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===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2025===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP_MILsKGoBiclT7dlVGgBdYShDLAYoit6-Ow5SAyr8u5EcOGEiIG2G9fG6quUufg?pli=1&key=MkctQ2tTYlBNVUJjVDY2akZGM2doRDNEUzUxaFF3<br />
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===2024===<br />
https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP0KEtq8en4akPu8jHDpz4tEriihvXizjOSR3MOFB8znhBklGDlMLIeH7LlIfCnhw?key=MXFIb1M1NmxNYURTR2M4elozVFJ0MGZFZ044czRn<br />
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===2023===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipMNo8fvnfu1HDoDyaLNSOyvuPXIgJpukU_LJIoUnPCD71O8lirV_z3rF8-l_OcBiQ?key=RjBYN0FaM05NVHRKb3lUbmxiOVBJcGNVT0tPVjhn<br />
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===2022===<br />
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===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2025===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 14th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode State St then up and down main St, down Barre St, onto the bike path and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. <br />
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'''Weather:''' Lower 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' about 59 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! <br/><br />
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===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2025===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP_MILsKGoBiclT7dlVGgBdYShDLAYoit6-Ow5SAyr8u5EcOGEiIG2G9fG6quUufg?pli=1&key=MkctQ2tTYlBNVUJjVDY2akZGM2doRDNEUzUxaFF3<br />
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===2024===<br />
https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP0KEtq8en4akPu8jHDpz4tEriihvXizjOSR3MOFB8znhBklGDlMLIeH7LlIfCnhw?key=MXFIb1M1NmxNYURTR2M4elozVFJ0MGZFZ044czRn<br />
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===2023===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP0KEtq8en4akPu8jHDpz4tEriihvXizjOSR3MOFB8znhBklGDlMLIeH7LlIfCnhw?key=MXFIb1M1NmxNYURTR2M4elozVFJ0MGZFZ044czRn<br />
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===2022===<br />
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===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2025===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 14th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode State St then up and down main St, down Barre St, onto the bike path and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. <br />
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'''Weather:''' Lower 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' about 59 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! <br/><br />
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===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2025===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP_MILsKGoBiclT7dlVGgBdYShDLAYoit6-Ow5SAyr8u5EcOGEiIG2G9fG6quUufg?pli=1&key=MkctQ2tTYlBNVUJjVDY2akZGM2doRDNEUzUxaFF3<br />
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===2024===<br />
https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP0KEtq8en4akPu8jHDpz4tEriihvXizjOSR3MOFB8znhBklGDlMLIeH7LlIfCnhw?key=MXFIb1M1NmxNYURTR2M4elozVFJ0MGZFZ044czRn<br />
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===2023===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP0KEtq8en4akPu8jHDpz4tEriihvXizjOSR3MOFB8znhBklGDlMLIeH7LlIfCnhw?key=MXFIb1M1NmxNYURTR2M4elozVFJ0MGZFZ044czRn<br />
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===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2025===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 14th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode State St then up and down main St, down Barre St, onto the bike path and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. <br />
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'''Weather:''' Lower 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' about 59 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! <br/><br />
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===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2025===<br />
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https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipP_MILsKGoBiclT7dlVGgBdYShDLAYoit6-Ow5SAyr8u5EcOGEiIG2G9fG6quUufg?pli=1&key=MkctQ2tTYlBNVUJjVDY2akZGM2doRDNEUzUxaFF3<br />
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===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2025===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 14th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode State St then up and down main St, down Barre St, onto the bike path and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. <br />
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'''Weather:''' Lower 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' about 59 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! <br/><br />
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===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
6/13/25: The ride is on, rain or shine! Looks like it will rain early in the day then will be cloudy for the meet up, and possibly the clouds will clear for the ride.. Fingers crossed & see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2025|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2023 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2025 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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----Drag inappropriate ride location categories above this line--></div>Ray Ahttps://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montpelier&diff=37887Montpelier2025-01-12T21:32:57Z<p>Ray A: </p>
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 14, 2024|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. So far as of 1/12/25 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/14/25. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately was not able to make the past two years rides}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2023 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2025 ride! <br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 8, 2024|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. so far as of 3/7/24 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/8/24. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!<br />
**I unfortunately will not make the ride this year. Please have someone lead the bike riders!}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2023 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2024 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 8, 2024|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. so far as of 3/7/24 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/8/24. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2023 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2024 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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----Drag inappropriate ride location categories above this line--></div>Ray Ahttps://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montpelier&diff=36446Montpelier2023-04-14T18:02:42Z<p>Ray A: </p>
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 10 2023|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page. so far as of 4/14/23 far we are tentatively good to go on 6/10/23. Last years ride was 6.25 miles. If anyone wants to help plot a different route let me know!}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2022 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2023 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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----Drag inappropriate ride location categories above this line--></div>Ray Ahttps://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montpelier&diff=36218Montpelier2022-06-12T21:34:42Z<p>Ray A: </p>
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 10 2023|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT.<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2022 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2023 ride! <br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
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===2021===<br />
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<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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----Drag inappropriate ride location categories above this line--></div>Ray Ahttps://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montpelier&diff=36217Montpelier2022-06-12T21:33:43Z<p>Ray A: </p>
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 10 2023|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=TBA Montpelier, VT.<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
<br />
===News===<br />
The 2022 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2023 ride! <br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2021===<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2021 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2022 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2022===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures. We waited for the State House steps to clear for a photo op.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 49 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, and disrobed. Shortly after 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 49 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Very positive! Biggest year so far. <br/><br />
<br />
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===2021===<br />
<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 11 2022|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=TBA Montpelier, VT.<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2021 ride was a success with the biggest ride ever! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2022 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2021===<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog River Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 12 2021|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT, Montpelier, VT. (due to COVID we are not asking Freeride to host this year)<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2020 ride was a success! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2021 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 12 2021|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT, Montpelier, VT. (due to COVID we are not asking Freeride to host this year)<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===COVID===<br />
The Vermont Health Department requests that anyone traveling to Vermont be tested for COVID 3 days prior if they have not been vaccinated. There are no restrictions on those who have been vaccinated. Face masks are not required outside when social distancing can be maintained, but wehave been requested to wear them while on the Statehouse Grounds.<br />
===News===<br />
The 2020 ride was a success! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2021 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
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===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
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===2021===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 12 2021|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT, Montpelier, VT. (due to COVID we are not asking Freeride to host this year)<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===COVID===<br />
The Vermont Health Department requests that anyone traveling to Vermont be tested for COVID 3 days prior if they have not been vaccinated. There are no restrictions on those who have been vaccinated. Face masks are not required outside when social distancing can be maintained, but wehave been requested to wear them while on the Statehouse Grounds.<br />
===News===<br />
The 2020 ride was a success! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2021 ride! <br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2021===<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
===2021===<br />
Brian's photos: *[https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipNXW8FfLBGYUBVpu7JC2PpDo5NvulFk1TgGYWatMKL89H2D3gpFR0ImDVDm2LmuLQ?key=a25NaF9YcWlCLTd3NVpESzA1Mi1faHpuUTJQT2V3]*<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 12 2021|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT, Montpelier, VT. (due to COVID we are not asking Freeride to host this year)<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===COVID===<br />
The Vermont Health Department requests that anyone traveling to Vermont be tested for COVID 3 days prior if they have not been vaccinated. There are no restrictions on those who have been vaccinated. Face masks are not required outside when social distancing can be maintained, but wehave been requested to wear them while on the Statehouse Grounds.<br />
===News===<br />
The 2020 ride was a success! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2021 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2021===<br />
https://www.wcax.com/video/2021/06/13/montpelier-naked-bikeride/<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2021===<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 12 2021|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT, Montpelier, VT. (due to COVID we are not asking Freeride to host this year)<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===COVID===<br />
The Vermont Health Department requests that anyone traveling to Vermont be tested for COVID 3 days prior if they have not been vaccinated. There are no restrictions on those who have been vaccinated. Face masks are not required outside when social distancing can be maintained, but wehave been requested to wear them while on the Statehouse Grounds.<br />
===News===<br />
The 2020 ride was a success! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2021 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2021===<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 12th <br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Upper 70's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 46 Riders and walkers met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 46 people all together. <br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2020===<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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----Drag inappropriate ride location categories above this line--></div>Ray Ahttps://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montpelier&diff=35009Montpelier2021-05-03T17:00:45Z<p>Ray A: </p>
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 12 2021|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Park & Ride 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT, Montpelier, VT. (due to COVID we are not asking Freeride to host this year)<br />
I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===COVID===<br />
The Vermont Health Department requests that anyone traveling to Vermont be tested for COVID 3 days prior if they have not been vaccinated. There are no restrictions on those who have been vaccinated. Face masks are not required outside when social distancing can be maintained, but wehave been requested to wear them while on the Statehouse Grounds.<br />
===News===<br />
The 2020 ride was a success! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2021 ride! <br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:''' 25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 o'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:''' Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday June 12 2021|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=TBA, Montpelier, VT. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
The 2020 ride was a success! We keep getting more riders each year. We look forward to the 2021 ride with the possibility of a nude swim after the ride??<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 O'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.'br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Rd. Park and Ride, 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
8/17/20. THE RIDE IS ON!!! The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is tentatively set for the Dog River Park and Ride located at 20 Dog River Rd. We can not use Freeride this year due to COVID-19. Please be prepared to disrobe in your vehicle.<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
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'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 O'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.'br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Rd. Park and Ride, 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
8/17/20. THE RIDE IS ON!!! The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is tentatively set for the Dog River Park and Ride located at 20 Dog River Rd. We can not use Freeride this year due to COVID-19. Please be prepared to disrobe in your vehicle.<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday August 22nd<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier. Due to COVID, Freeride could not host. We met at the Dog Rver Park and Ride and rode the bike path to Main St. where we rode up and down main St and then rode to the Statehouse for pictures, then took the bike path back to the Park & Ride.<br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''25 Riders met at the park and ride, slowly one by one they disrobed in their cars. Across the river 4 walkers met. At 2 O'clock, the walkers started walking, and the bike riders started riding. The nude walkers and bike riders all met at the statehouse for a photo op, then traveled back to their original starting point. 29 people all together. Thank you to The Wig Goddess for taking our photos!!<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. Only a couple of nay sayers.'br/><br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Rd. Park and Ride, 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
8/17/20. THE RIDE IS ON!!! The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is tentatively set for the Dog River Park and Ride located at 20 Dog River Rd. We can not use Freeride this year due to COVID-19. Please be prepared to disrobe in your vehicle.<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13|Type=POSTPONED}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier<br/><br />
'''New Date:''' See above Saturday August 22nd<br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Rd. Park and Ride, 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
5/29/20. The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is tentatively set for the Dog River Park and Ride located at 20 Dog River Rd. We can not use Freeride this year due to COVID-19. Please be prepared to disrobe in your vehicle.<br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13|Type=POSTPONED}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier<br/><br />
'''New Date:''' See above Saturday August 22nd<br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
<br />
===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Dog River Rd. Park and Ride, 20 Dog River Rd. Montpelier, VT. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
5/29/20. The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is tentatively set for the Dog River Park and Ride located at 20 Dog River Rd. We can not use Freeride this year due to COVID-19. Please be prepared to disrobe in your vehicle.<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13|Type=POSTPONED}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Dog River Park and Ride, Montpelier<br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=TBT Montpelier. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
5/29/20. The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is to be determined. We can not use Freeride this year due to COVID-19<br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13|Type=POSTPONED}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' TBA, Montpelier<br/><br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=TBT Montpelier. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
5/29/20. The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is to be determined. We can not use Freeride this year due to COVID-19<br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13|Type=POSTPONED}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
<br />
===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=TBT Montpelier. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
5/29/20. The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is to be determined. We can not use Freeride tis year due to COVID-19<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13|Type=POSTPONED}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
<br />
==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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----Drag inappropriate ride location categories above this line--></div>Ray Ahttps://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montpelier&diff=34817Montpelier2020-06-17T17:56:09Z<p>Ray A: /* News */</p>
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=Saturday August 22 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier. I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, [mailto:wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com] for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on our Twitter page.}}<br />
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===News===<br />
5/29/20. The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or on Twitter for any updates. The location is to be determined. We can not use Freeride tis year due to COVID-19<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13|Type=POSTPONED}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier<br/><br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=22, August 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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5/29/20. The ride date has been set for Saturday August 22. Please be prepared to be socially distant at the ride and wear a face mask. Stay tuned here or Twitter for any updaates.<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2020===<br />
...<br />
====Initially intended====<br />
'''Date:''' {{Evading covid|Saturday June 13}}<br/><br />
'''Time:''' Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier<br/><br />
<br />
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===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
<br />
===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=?, August 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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5/20/20. I am monitoring the current situation with COVID-19. We should be prepared to do what state, local and federal government agencies request to curtail the spread of the virus. At this time the ride will not be happening in June. We are in discussion for a new date in August. Stay tuned for more details!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=13, June 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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4/8/20. I am monitoring the current situation with COVID-19. We should be prepared to do what state, local and federal government agencies request to curtail the spread of the virus. At this time the ride will not be happening in June. We are in discussion for a new date in August. Stay tuned for more details!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=13, June 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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4/8/20. I am monitoring the current situation with COVID-19. We should be prepared to do what state, local and federal government agencies request to curtail the spread of the virus. At this time I am not sure the Montpelier ride will happen in June. Stay safe and check this page for updates.<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=13, June 2020|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
Ride date is set for next year. Thank you to all 2019 riders, hope to see you again in 2020! Sorry for the late update of this page. (1/29/20)<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=8, June 2019|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize next years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
Ride date is set for next year. Thank you to all 2018 riders, hope to see you again in 2019!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2019===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 8 2019<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode north, onto Rt 2, onto the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, then rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''20 cyclists, 2-3 walkers <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''20 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive. it has become expected.<br/><br />
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===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=8, June 2019|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize next years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
Ride date is set for next year. Thank you to all 2018 riders, hope to see you again in 2019!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=9, June 2018|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize next years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
UPDATE 6/8/18 - We are all set to ride this year! The weather looks good, and I have heard from quite a few riders confirming that they are riding. Let's hope we have even more riders than last year. Hope to see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2018===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 9 2018<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode the bike path, through the center of the capital city, along the bike path past the school to the end, turned around and rode to the State House, back through the center, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''15 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 5 Miles, about 40 minutes. <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''15 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. Several riders borrowed bikes from Freeride Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, several laughing kids playing soccer at the school when we rode by on the bike path.<br/><br />
<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=9, June 2018|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize next years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
UPDATE 6/8/18 - We are all set to ride this year! The weather looks good, and I have heard from quite a few riders confirming that they are riding. Let's hope we have even more riders than last year. Hope to see you tomorrow!<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=9, June 2018|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize THIS years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize next years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2017<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=9, June 2018|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize next years ride!! I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize next years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
<br />
===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2016<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=10, June 2017|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize this years ride!! I have confirmed with Freeride that we can meet there again this year. I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! I will post the amount of listed riders on this site periodically. So far I have heard from five other riders with three maybes, so there will be at least six of us! Please drop me a line to let me know if you might be coming! NEW 6/7/17 I heard from a local rider who suggested a change in the route, same basic route but NEW http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7087475 The weather is looking promising with a high of 75 and scattered t-storms. We will ride rain or shine. Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
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===2017===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 10 2016<br/><br />
'''Time:'''Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br/><br />
'''Location:''' Started at the Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, along the bike path, to the State House, back through the center and up East State Street to and around the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus, then back to Freeride.<br/><br />
'''Number of Riders:'''14 cyclists <br/><br />
'''Duration:''' 3 Miles, about a half an hour <br/><br />
'''Weather:'''Upper 70's to low 80's and sunny, a perfect day to be nude! <br/><br />
'''Description:'''14 riders met at Freeride and due to the awesome weather promptly stripped and socialized while preparing to ride. One rider borrowed a bike from Freeride, and another received assistance in fixing a flat on his bike. Thank you for your help Freeride! The riders rode through the center of Montpelier and onto the State House where several pictures were taken.<br/><br />
'''Reception:'''Mostly positive, only one detractor.<br/><br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
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===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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----Drag inappropriate ride location categories above this line--></div>Ray Ahttps://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montpelier&diff=31752Montpelier2017-06-07T21:36:08Z<p>Ray A: </p>
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=10, June 2017|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize this years ride!! I have confirmed with Freeride that we can meet there again this year. I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! I will post the amount of listed riders on this site periodically. So far I have heard from five other riders with three maybes, so there will be at least six of us! Please drop me a line to let me know if you might be coming! NEW 6/7/17 I heard from a local rider who suggested a change in the route, same basic route but NEW http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7087475 The weather is looking promising with a high of 75 and scattered t-storms. We will ride rain or shine. Keep up to date either here or on out twitter page. }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
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===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=10, June 2017|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize this years ride!! I have confirmed with Freeride that we can meet there again this year. I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! I will post the amount of listed riders on this site periodically. So far I have heard from five other riders with three maybes, so there will be at least six of us! Please drop me a line to let me know if you might be coming! I created a route for this years ride which is about a mile longer than last years ride. We can shorten it if it is cold and rainy. http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7079043 }}<br />
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==News==<br />
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==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
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===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=10, June 2017|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize this years ride!! I have confirmed with Freeride that we can meet there again this year. I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! I will post the amount of listed riders on this site periodically. So far I have heard from five other riders with three maybes, so there will be at least six of us! Please drop me a line to let me know if you might be coming!}}<br />
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==News==<br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/ WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed]<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=10, June 2017|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize this years ride!! I have confirmed with Freeride that we can meet there again this year. I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! I will post the amount of listed riders on this site periodically. So far I have heard from five other riders with three maybes, so there will be at least six of us! Please drop me a line to let me know if you might be coming!}}<br />
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==News==<br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
<br />
===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
<br />
===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
<br />
===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
<br />
===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
<br />
===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
<br />
==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
<br />
===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
<br />
==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
*[http://www.twitter.com/@WNBR_Montpelier/] WNBR Montpelier Twitter feed<br />
<br />
===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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{{Ride location next ride|Date=10, June 2017|Time=Gather: 1pm, Ride: 2pm|Location=Freeride Bike Co-op, 89 Barre Street, Montpelier I need help to organize this years ride!! I have confirmed with Freeride that we can meet there again this year. I have set up an email address, wnbrmontpelier@gmail.com for anyone who wants to help me organize this years ride. I am not from the area, so I need local volunteers to help plan the route and make any other local arrangements! Not a requirement, but if you are planning on riding, please email me so that I will know that I'm not alone! I will post the amount of listed riders on this site periodically. So far I have heard from five other riders with three maybes, so there will be at least six of us! Please drop me a line to let me know if you might be coming!}}<br />
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==News==<br />
<br />
==Media coverage==<br />
===2011===<br />
*[http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/audio-on-demand/hinesight-with-john-hines/# WCCO News Radio 830], 10 Jun 2011: [http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/?podcast_url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.podtrac.com%2Fpts%2Fredirect.mp3%2Fnyc.podcast.play.it%2Fmedia%2Fd0%2Fd0%2Fd0%2FdX%2FdX%2FdJ%2FdM%2FXXJM_3.MP3%3Fauthtok%3D5561483839561045453_9vRTgE00mlbBXr8zydbyJAOkgY&podcast_name=6-10-11+-+HINESight+-+9+PM&podcast_artist=John+Hines&station_id=82&tag=hinesight&dcid=CBS.MINN/ HINESight]<br />
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==History==<br />
===2016===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday June 11 2016<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride Bike Co-op and rode through the center of the capital city, to the State House, along the bike path and returned via Main St.<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' five bicyclists<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' 2.5 Miles, about 40 Minutes.<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Mid 50's and a light rain Brrr!<br /><br />
'''Description:''' Seven riders gathered at Freeride and plotted a short route through downtown Montpelier to the State House, down the bike path and back to Freeride via Main St. Montpelier. Due to the cold temperatures and rain only five brave souls rode off into the cold and damp conditions.<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The riders were warmed by the cheers, laughs and horns tooting from the supportive people of Montpelier.<br /><br />
<br />
===2015===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 20 June 2015<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 18 bicycle riders<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 50 minutes, 3.5 miles<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Very sunny, high 70s.<br /><br />
'''Description:''' A beautiful slow wandering ride through VT's Capitol city. There was a great, supportive, positive response from the spectators. Thanks to all the new riders that joined us and Thanks to Freeride for loaning bikes.<br />
<br />
===2014===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 14 June 2014<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital and along the Monty-bike path<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24, 22 bikes, 1 unicycle, and a walker<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 40 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the low 70s<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' A GREAT ride. The locals are very supportive here. Many cheering from the sidewalks and even stopping traffic for us. Some even stopping by Freeride to offer encouragement before and after the ride.<br />
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===2013===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 8 June 2013<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 24<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 35 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 50's, brrr<br /><br />
'''Reception:'''Another very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders, throughout the ride!<br />
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===2012===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2012<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed a loop around downtown with a stop at the Capital<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 28<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Partly cloudy and in the 70's<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Very successful ride. People were on the streets cheering on the riders!<br />
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===2011===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 11 June 2011<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 1.5-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 31 (count 'em in the photo above!)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 56 degrees & pouring rain<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' The cold rain kept most of the creepy lechers & haters away, so only the most diehard loving fans turned out on covered porches, under awnings, and with umbrellas to cheer us all the way. MPD blocked some intersections during the latter half of the Ride (thanks!!). The closest thing to a 100% positive reception we've had in all five years.<br />
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===2010===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 12 June 2010<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 2.25-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 39 (37 + 2 inline skaters)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 25 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Low 60s & cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Great reception all the way around from spectators. Police escort the whole way in a cruiser with the lights going! Very successful ride. Definitely established as an annual event!<br />
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===2009===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 13 June 2009<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 42 (40 + 1 inline skater + 1 skateboarder)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' 74 degrees & partly cloudy<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' 100% positive! Many crowded street corners, a few hundred spectators, & lots of cheering. A peaceful, mellow, & successful ride. We'll be back in 2010...<br />
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===2008===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 7 June 2008<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Gathered at 1pm, Rode at 2pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Freeride bike co-op and traversed 3-mile loop around downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 38 (37 + 1 inline skater)<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 30 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and hot<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: hundreds & hundreds of cheering spectators and "amateur photographers" filled the sidewalks of Montpelier. Thanks for your support! Thanks too to the City of Montpelier and to our Montpelier Police Bike Patrol escort for such a successful ride, and we'll see you in 2009!<br />
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===2007===<br />
'''Date:''' Saturday 9 June 2007<br /><br />
'''Time:''' Rode at 4pm<br /><br />
'''Location:''' Started at Hunger Mountain Co-op and traversed downtown<br /><br />
'''Number of Riders:''' 3<br /><br />
'''Duration:''' About 20 minutes<br /><br />
'''Weather:''' Sunny and warm<br /><br />
'''Reception:''' Largely positive: lots of thumbs-up, smiles and verbal encouragement. But lots of 9-1-1 calls too :-(<br />
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==Photos==<br />
<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/8001.html Paul's photos] (worldnakedbikeridevermont.us)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150922830341372&type=1 Dave's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150870979801372&type=1 Ed's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=oa.10150842862016372&type=1 Paul's photos] (Facebook group)<br />
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===2010===<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/ran3dy/sets/72157624136377637/ Ran3dy] (flickr.com)<br />
*[http://www.flickr.com/photos/dc_john/sets/72157624354019558/ DC_John] (flickr.com)<br />
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==Videos==<br />
===2015===<br />
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LYtObh_1ImU World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [https://www.youtube.com/user/racnprncss racnprncss]<br />
===2012===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bdMz_rFeDI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier, VT] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/panudist panudist]<br />
===2009===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukZgz2W5ZaI World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Main St., 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Main Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2wMBFihgTA World Naked Bike Ride 2009 - Montpelier, VT, USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/tcort tcort] (shot by fan on Elm Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkUbtkMGQnk World Naked Bike Ride, Montpelier VT, Langdon St, 6/13/2009] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_x6Acbpeoc World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 1)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PVoqxUfIF3c World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a spectator at the State House, part 2)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxOFu-YaNcg World Naked Bike Ride Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://www.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by a participant on Stonecutters Way)<br />
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===2008===<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CR1iCJAw0E World Naked bike ride Montpelier VT] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/88r100rs 88r100rs] (shot by fan on Langdon Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUe5CQx1gOI World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on State Street)<br />
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcJsDr_L3xg World Naked Bike Ride 2008 - Montpelier Vermont USA] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/jendole jendole] (shot by rider on Main Street)<br />
*[http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=l803s8Dm1iE Overexposed in Vermont] posted by [http://uk.youtube.com/user/orcamedia orcamedia] (Onion River Community Access Media's short documentary on the Montpelier Naked Bike Ride; also watch locally on public access TV, Channel 15).<br />
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==Links==<br />
===Websites===<br />
*[http://www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us/ www.worldnakedbikeridevermont.us] no longer maintained ;-(<br />
*[http://www.facebook.com/groups/55830136371/ Montpelier Naked Bike Ride] Facebook group (hidden group) ask for invitation.<br />
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===Nearby rides===<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Montreal WNBR Montreal, QC]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Albany WNBR Albany, NY]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Pittsfield WNBR Pittsfield, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=Boston WNBR Boston, MA]<br />
*[http://wiki.worldnakedbikeride.org/index.php?title=New_York_City WNBR New York City, NY]<br />
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===Location information===<br />
*[http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=89+Barre+St.,+Montpelier,+VT++05602&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=45.418852,93.164063&ie=UTF8&ll=44.256187,-72.573661&spn=1.290448,2.911377&z=9 Google map of Montpelier VT 05602]<br />
*[http://www.montpelier-vt.org/ City of Montpelier]<br />
*[http://vermont.gov/portal Vermont state government site]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Montpelier, Vermont]]<br />
*[[Wikipedia: Vermont]]<br />
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