Bike NWA Shows You Were and How To Ride in Northwest Arkansas

About the Show:Are you in Northwest Arkansas?Would you like to join the cycling community? This episode is for you!  We sat down with Bianca Montoya, Communication and Marketing Director at BikeNWA. Bianca sheds light on how the BikeNWA organization intentionally supports and builds a cycling culture in Northwest Arkansas.Bianca moved to Northwest Arkansas to attend the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville. After studying Advertising and Public Relations, Bianca started volunteering with organizations across Northwest Arkansas. Her volunteering spurred her passion for contributing to the NWA community and led her to get more involved in the local non-profit scene. In her role at BikeNWA, Bianca focuses on bicycle advocacy and education. The fact that May is National Bike Month makes it even better. Whether you've never ridden a bike before or spent most of your waking hours on the Greenway and local trails, this episode has something for you.  Key Talking Points of the Episode:[04:00] What led Bianca to BikeNWA? Has she been a cyclist all her life?[06:39] Biking culture experience in Northwest Arkansas[13:57] Building a bike culture[18:49] National Bike Month and what BikeNWA seeks to achieve in May as well as the remainder of the year.[27:01] How Bike NWA is creating riding opportunities for all[34:18] Where should new cyclists start?Quotables:"If you're doing something that you're truly passionate about, it's easy to get up every morning and go do it." - Bianca Montoya."I love to tell people to be patient and continue to pursue and redefine how they look at failure. - Bianca MontoyaImportant Links and Mentions on the Show*Email Bianca MontoyaWebsite or BikeNWABikeNWA on FacebookBikeNWA on InstagramThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!" Try Canva For Free Today! Northwest Arkansas Council - "Life Works Here!" *Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at [email protected] With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest Arkansas Mentioned in this episode:Winetopia 2026Winetopia 2026 Date: Friday, October 16th Time: 7-10pm Place: Stonebreaker Hotel on Markham hill Winetopia is Restore Humanity’s biggest annual fundraiser and brings together the very best of Northwest Arkansas (restaurants, artisans, small businesses, and (community members) to support our work. While the event raises essential funds for children in Kenya, its heartbeat is entirely local. There are over 100 local businesses who contribute auction items, regional chefs and beverage makers who showcase their craft, and the hundreds of residents gathering to celebrate community generosity. Winetopia strengthens local partnerships, elevates homegrown talent, and reinforces Northwest Arkansas's identity as a place where global compassion is fueled by local collaboration. Winetopia is a beautiful demonstration of how a united local community can create life-changing impact for children and families worldwide. Winetopia 2026