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 Bent Mountain community pushes for historic preservation amid pipeline expansion concerns Ian Price July 17, 2026 Code Orange: Wildfire smoke, 95-degree heat trigger Roanoke Valley alerts Ian Price July 17, 2026 Mountain Bike National Championships continue through Sunday; attracted former NBA great last weekend Gene Marrano July 16, 2026