Event Listing

Tuesday August 3

Wednesday August 4

Explore Cycling

Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 6:00pm. sharp!

Repeats: Every Wednesday

By: CindyWeekly Wednesday rides, starting out from Cap's Bicycle Shop in Sapperton at 6pm sharp. Try to get there early, because the ride leaves right at 6pm. This ride is to get people out and riding. Great way to meet new people. It's a leisure ride, no pressure. Sorry, I have no idea where or how long the ride will be. The ride may be canceled due if heavy rain.

PEDAL Women's Night

Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 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 August 5

PEDAL Introduction to Mechanics/Maintenance Workshop

Thursday, August 5, 2010, 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 August 6

Spoked! A Bicycle Arts Celebration

Friday, August 6, 2010, 7:00pm - 11:00pm

By: Aaron ZengaThe Spoked Bicycle Arts Celebration presents a bicycle film festival Friday night at the Vancity Theater. Feature files include Where Are You Go, Made In Queens, Eight Less Trailer, and Lucas Brunelle Line Of Sight. Trailers for the films can be viewed at http://spoked.org/blog/?page_id=45

Saturday August 7

Explore Cycling

Saturday, August 7, 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.

Valley VeloRiders Weekly Group Ride

Saturday, August 7, 2010, 9:00am - 11:00am. Ride starts at 9:30 AM

Repeats: Every Saturday

By: Richard Edge*Leisure – Easy (15-22 kph)* A leisurely pace and a distance of 20 km. Includes rollers and mild hills (3-4% grade). Re-group at hills and/or for slower riders if group spreads out. No one left behind and children are welcome. We ride from historic Fort Langley, the birthplace of BC, to Derby Reach and back via the Fort to Fort Trail. Mountain bikes or hybrids best suited for this ride. Recumbents are welcome and encouraged.

Vancouver Bicycling Meetup Group, VBMG

Saturday, August 7, 2010, 9:00am - 3:00pm. Ride duration varies.

Repeats: Every Sunday and Saturday

By: CindyWe are recreational cyclists who like to explore Vancouver and the surrounding regions on our bikes. Our focus is on having fun, friendly and safe bike rides. In this group you will find many types of rides offered by our team of volunteer organizers.

Holy Chromoly! A Bicycle Art Show

Saturday, August 7, 2010, 8:00pm - 2:00am

By: Aaron ZengaThe Spoked Bicycle Arts Celebration presents Holy Chromoly — A Bicycle Art Show featuring Michael Hsiung, Dylan Davies, Becky Gould, The Zenga Bros, Andy Dixon, Sami Christianson, Matias Armendaris, Jordan Huffman, Sarah Clements, and more… http://spoked.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/artshowpostersmall.jpg

Sunday August 8

RONA MS Bike Tour - Vancouver Scenic Tour Voluntee

Sunday, August 8, 2010, 7:00am - 1:00pm

By: EricThe MS Society is looking for Tour Leaders, who will be cycling with participants, providing guidance along the route and ensure that all cyclists exercise safe cycling practices. The Vancouver Scenic Tour has two loops: a 30 km and a 60 km, therefore if you are a recreational cyclist, this volunteer position may not be the best for you. Benefits include a breakfast, a BBQ feast, volunteer gift, as well as a reference letter with hours volunteered as well. Please contact volutneerassistantmssociety.ca for further details and inquiries.

Vancouver Bicycling Meetup Group, VBMG

Sunday, August 8, 2010, 9:00am - 3:00pm. Ride duration varies.

Repeats: Every Sunday and Saturday

By: CindyWe are recreational cyclists who like to explore Vancouver and the surrounding regions on our bikes. Our focus is on having fun, friendly and safe bike rides. In this group you will find many types of rides offered by our team of volunteer organizers.

Monday August 9