Event Listing

Saturday April 3

Explore Cycling

Saturday, April 3, 2010 at 8:00am

Repeats: Every Saturday

By: It's a leisure ride, no pressure.Weekly Saturday rides, starting out from Cap's Bicycle Shop in Sapperton at 8am sharp. Try to get there early, because the ride leaves right at 8am. If you're taking the skytain, get off at Sapperton Station – it's less of a hill to climb. This ride is to get people out and riding. And is a great way to meet new people.

VACC Streetwise Cycling Workshop

Saturday, April 3, 2010, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

By: For more information or to register visit:Taught by CAN-BIKE certified instructors, this is a 4 hour course that builds traffic cycling skills for Adults who want to use their bikes for transportation. Through in-class, parking lot and on-road training, you will learn how to ride comfortably and safely in traffic, fit your bike properly, do a safety check and plan routes. Participants need their own bike and helmet.

Sunday April 4

The Pacific Populaire

Sunday, April 4, 2010 at 9:00am. If you haven't signed-up yet, on ride day arrive before 8 am to avoid the crunch.

By: Danelle Laidlaw (Ride Organizer)With routes of 25, 50, and 100 km, the Pacific Populaire is Greater Vancouver's first major public randonneur ride of the cycling season. Since its inception in 1986, the focus of this event has been to encourage participation by all cyclists regardless of fitness level, cycling experience, or age. For some, the ride is a challenge to turn in a fast time, a personal best, or to complete a greater distance than in a previous year. Others will be out for a relaxed spring ride, fresh air, and exercise. Cost is $25 ($18 pre-register)

Monday April 5

Tuesday April 6

Wednesday April 7

Velopalooza Planning Meeting

Wednesday, April 7, 2010 at 7:30pm

By: To join this committee or attend, contact Maureen CameronBicycle activists have come together to plan a fun event similar to and inspired by Portland's Pedalpalooza. Velopalooza, the Vancouver event, is set for Friday, June 4 to Sunday, June 13, 2010, during Bike Month. The steering committee is meeting every two weeks up until the event it self. What events do you dream for Velopalooza? Let us know or enter them into this calendar! http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=173323570932

Thursday April 8

Midnight Mass Bike Ride

Thursday, April 8, 2010 at 11:45pm. and roll at midnight

Repeats: Second and Fourth Thursday of every month

By: midnightsimonDo you have a bike and like riding at night? Bring your lights and friends, your exploratory attitude, something warm to drink, and join the ride! The ride happens the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month, so mark your calendars. Tell your bike loving friends, and hope to see you there! www.midnight-mass.blogspot.com More photos at www.flickr.com/photos/midnightmass

Friday April 9