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 Olde Salem Brewing Company launches food service at downtown Roanoke location Clark Palmer June 5, 2026 Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport launches daily nonstop service to Dallas-Fort Worth Web Staff June 5, 2026 Sen. Warner sponsors bipartisan bill to make hot rotisserie chicken SNAP-eligible Clark Palmer June 5, 2026