New “Downshift” offers bikes, beers and community downtown Gene Marrano October 18, 2017 1 minute read Stop in for a quick repair, check out a new ride, have a craft brew or a cup of coffee. More on the new “Downshift” bike shop and cafe in downtown Roanoke from WFIR’s Gene Marrano: Share: Post navigation Previous: POLL:Gillespie voters not all behind President TrumpNext: Police: Friday Vinton funeral procession likely to create town-wide traffic delays Related Stories Roanoke County Police investigating after multi-vehicle crash on Franklin Road Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0 Ella Langley to perform at the Salem Civic Center in June Clark Palmer February 2, 2026 0 Roanoke revises trash schedule, urges sidewalk clearing after storm Ian Price February 2, 2026 0