Event Listing

Monday April 1

Tuesday April 2

Purple & Yellow Volunteer Night

Tuesday, April 2, 2013, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Repeats: Every Tuesday

By: UBC Bike CoopVolunteering with us is the easiest way to become involved in the co-op! Come to the Bike Kitchen on Tuesday from 6-9pm and help us out by working on our bikeshare fleet or performing other essential tasks. Our volunteer night happens every week (except for holidays and reading week) and it’s a great way to start to learn about bike mechanics and the Bike Co-op. Absolutely no experience necessary and everyone is welcome! Volunteer nights are a great way to meet other people who are interested in cycling and to learn about fun cycling events happening at UBC or in [more...]

Wednesday April 3

VBC Wednesday Night Pie Rides

Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at 5:30pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday

By: Henry HVancouver Bicycle Club (VBC) members zip around the edges of Vancouver. Starting from Canada Place we climb to Prospect Point in Stanley Park, then along Beach to Science World, across to Kits, and out to UBC and back home along the bike routes of Kits. A fast, but friendly ride with several stops to collect everyone. The distance traveled is about 20 to 50 km, depending on how far you ride. Helmets are required on all VBC rides and tours.

PEDAL Women's Night

Wednesday, April 3, 2013, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Repeats: First and Third Wednesday of every month

By: Pedal DepotLadies fix your bike night at The Pedal Depot. Come learn to fix your bike with a bunch of great ladies. 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month. $6 to $18 dollars per hour. This is a trans-inclusive space. Hosted at Our Community Bikes or Pedal Depot:. Call to confirm location: 604-708-4992 Why create a women only space? – Because Feminism is not a dirty word and sexism is a problem based on power – Because there is power in the hierarchy of knowledge and sexism is a problem based on power – Because the knowledge of mechanics has been historically [more...]

Thursday April 4

PEDAL Introduction to Mechanics/Maintenance Workshop

Thursday, April 4, 2013, 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Repeats: First Thursday of every month

By: PEDALOffered by PEDAL (Pedal Energy Development Alternatives), an organization that develops and promotes the use of pedal powered technology, the workshop is for individuals interested in learning in a more structured, classroom like way. The course covers drivetrain maintenance, brake and gear adjustment and flat tire repair. Courses are held at Our Community Bikes, 3283 Main Street near 17th Avenue, on the first Thursday of every month from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. We generally believe that a class of 6 people is the ideal size for effective hands-on learning with a qualified mechanic. The cost is $40 per person which must [more...]

Friday April 5

Bike Art Night

Friday, April 5, 2013, 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Repeats: First Fridays

By: KickstandRelease your wheely creativity at our very first bike art night. … / Bicycle zine making / bike journalism / bike film / bike crafts / … To be followed by a social/fun ping-pong tournament and maybe a movie. Do you play an instrument or you want to sing ? well, come and join us. / Bike Choir / We have used/recycled bike parts that you are free to use. Bring snacks & art supplies to share. Attention: The only type of currency we accept is enthusiasm ! Bike love, Kickstand PS: You can still drop-in to use the tools [more...]

Bike Movie Night

Friday, April 5, 2013 at 8:00pm

By: KickstandCome on down to Kickstand's premier movie night, featuring the award-winning film the Triplets of Belleville. this is an all-ages event admission by donation RSVP ( if you use facebook ) https://www.facebook.com/events/382715821836259/ https://www.facebook.com/Eastvan.Kickstand https://twitter.com/kickstandbikes

Saturday April 6

Sunday April 7

Pacific Populaire

Sunday, April 7, 2013 at 9:00am. package pick-up at 7:30 - 8:30, ride starts at 9

By: Danelle Laidlaw25, 50 or 100 km recreational bike ride starting from Riley Park Fieldhouse and travelling to Spanish Banks and back (25), or out to Woodwards Landing in Steveston (50 & 100). Cost – $15 members/$18 non-members pre-registered, $20/$25 day of ride – includes control card, route sheet, snacks at turn-around and finish

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, April 7, 2013, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

By: VBCVancouver Bicycle Club (VBC) weekly leisure ride each Sunday morning at 10. We’ll average 15-20km per hour following bike routes around Vancouver, going to Iona Island or crossing to the North Shore. The ride will go 30-50 km with a coffee break somewhere in the middle. Helmets are required on all VBC rides and tours.