News & Events

Ladies Night at the Pure Austin Fitness Driveway Series

Date: September 2, 2010 @ 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: - The Driveway
8400 Delwau Lane
Austin, TX

Meet other women cyclists. Learn about group riding and racing. Win prizes. Have Fun. * Cost for night is $20 * No USAC license required for Bike Check, Classroom Discussion, and Practice Session. * Entry Fee includes optional USAC sanctioned race o USAC license required for this portion of Ladies' Night o One Day USAC licenses available for an additional $10. Learn more about the schedule and info at http://www.drivewayseries.com/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=uFsSjb1rYIU%3d&tabid=578 * Helmets must be worn when on bicycle.

Pure Austin Fitness Driveway Series by Kenny Hill

Date: September 2, 2010 @ 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Date: September 9, 2010 @ 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: - The Driveway
8400 Delwau Lane
Austin, TX

Crit Racing Thursdays March 18 - October 21. Rain or shine. Takes place on the closed car-free driving course at the Driveway. Races include Women 3/4 and Junior at 5pm, Cat 3/4 and Women Open at 5:30, Cat 4/5 and women 3/4 at 6:20, Men and Women Pro/Cat 1/2/3 at 6:55. Race registration is $20, $15 for women and juniors. More info and directions at http://drivewayseries.com

The Climb On! Tour of Austin

Date: September 3, 2010 @ 12:30 pm
Date: September 4, 2010 @ 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Location:

4 days of Bicycle Racing in Austin, TX.

Friday September 03, 2010 - Time Trial at the Driveway

Saturday September 04, 2010 -Criterium at the Driveway

Sunday September 05, 2010 - Criterium at the Austin State Hospital

Monday September 06, 2010 - Criterium at the JJ Pickle Research Center

Presented by Holland Racing

Mellow Johnny's will be on site providing cooling stations, mechanical support, and serving up refreshments from the Juan Pelota buzz wagon.

complete race info at http://www.tourdeaustin.com/

Scout-a-Route Hill of a Ride

Date: September 4, 2010 @ 8:30 am to 11:00 am
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas

This ride will take you through great neighborhood routes with wonderful views and a few awesome hills thrown in for fun!  Our pace will be about 12 mph.  It is hot out so be sure to bring plenty of water/sport drink for the ride.  Remember to park in the street if you are driving to the shop.  For pre-ride coffee and talk, meet at Juan Pelota's at 8:00a.m.  For more information contact Stephanie@mellowjohnnys.com

Middle of the Road Ride

Date: September 4, 2010 @ 8:30 am to 11:00 am
Date: September 11, 2010 @ 6:30 am to 11:00 am
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas

A weekly ride for the intermediate rider who has some experience riding with a group and on more urban roads (Loop 360, Southwest Parkway, etc.) The distances vary from 30-35 miles with a pace between 14-16 mph average. Each ride is hosted by ride leaders and include regrouping points so no one gets dropped. Meet at 8am for coffee, wheels down at 8:30am. Required gear: helmet, road bike in good working order, flat changing equipment, water and nutrition for the ride. For more information contact Stephanie@mellowjohnnys.com.

Sunday Mellow Ride

Date: September 5, 2010 @ 8:30 am to 11:00 am
Date: September 12, 2010 @ 8:30 am to 11:00 am
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas

Don't let the name deceive you - this is our most un-mellow ride of the week. It's a 2-3hr intermediate to advanced ride. Averaging 17-19mph with speeds in the mid to upper 20s at times. This is NOT a "no-drop" ride and routes vary. Riders should come expecting a challenging road ride and bring the proper equipment. Helmets, clipless shoes, two water bottles, and the experience and tools to change your own flats.

Mellow Ladies Ride

Date: September 6, 2010 @ 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Date: September 13, 2010 @ 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas

At 5:30 PM, it's a 2 hour ride for ladies only. Join experienced riders from Mellow Johnny's for a friendly and moderately paced social ride (14-15mph average). Get more comfortable riding in a group, learn tips & tricks, and meet other like-minded cyclists, or come for a social recovery ride after a hard weekend of long miles.

Some things to keep in mind before meeting us for this ride: You need a road bike in good working condition; a helmet; cycling clothing; plenty of water; and are able to ride comfortably for 2 hours without stopping.

The 6 O'Clock Social

Date: September 6, 2010 @ 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Date: September 13, 2010 @ 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas

The 6 O'Clock Social is a co-ed ride.  Meet at Mellow Johnny's on Monday evenings and leaving at 6p. The ride will be 30 miles for 2-2.5hrs at 13-16mph; through neighborhoods, official bike routes, crossing a couple of large roadways, and two short sections on access roads. Helmets and lights are required (it will be dark before we return). Parking in the back. Come and join us.   email peter@mellowjohnnys.com for more info.

Free Bike Parking for Alamo Drafthouse Movies in the Park

Date: September 8, 2010 @ 12:30 am to 10:00 pm
Location: - Republic Square Park
4th and Guadalupe
Austin, TX 78701

Movies in the Park


Check out our fantastic line-up of movies and fun! Bring your family and come enjoy a new twist on Austin night-life.

All movies are free. Amusing pre-show antics start at 7:30 p.m. and movies start at dusk. Arrive early and have a picnic!

Dogs, picnics, and lawn chairs are welcome. Alcoholic beverages, glass and styrofoam are not permitted in the park.

Movies in the park is sponsored by the Downtown Austin Alliance, Mellow Johnny's, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, Fantastic Fest, and The Austin Parks and Recreation Department

MJ's will be on site for every movie with plenty of bike parking - skip the traffic and the driving in circles downtown to pay for parking. Ride Your Bike!

This week's showing:

Movies in the Park: THE WIZARD
@ Rolling Roadshow Wednesday, September 08, 2010 8:00p

Weekly Maintenance Class - Flat Changing

Date: September 8, 2010 @ 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Date: September 22, 2010 @ 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Location: - Mellow Johnny's Bike Shop
400 Nueces
Austin, Texas

6:00-7:00pm Spend an hour in Mellow Johnny's service department learning the fundamentals of caring for your bike. Tonight's class focuses on flat changing and basic cleaning. RSVP to chuck@mellowjohnnys.com