Event Listing

Friday June 7

Saddle Up! Art Show

Friday, June 7, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 from

Bike Art Night

Friday, June 7, 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...]

Saturday June 8

MEC Bikefest North Shore

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 10:00am - 6:00pm

By: Dennis BegleyWe love bikes, and we’re throwing a party in their honour. Come join the fun and connect with your local cycling community. You can try out gear, test ride a new bike, browse exhibitors’ booths, score deals at the MEC Bikeswap, or learn skills at a bike clinic. There’ll also be bike races, performers, entertainment, food vendors, and kids’ activities. Bring your bike, your family, and your riding buddies, and embrace the awesomeness of wheels. MEC Bikefest North Shore has something for everyone! Location – MEC Bikefest North Shore is being held at Inter River Park In North Vancouver. It [more...]

Saddle Up! Art Show

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 from

Streetwise Cycling Course

Saturday, June 8, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm

By: HUB: Your Cycling ConnectionThis fun, practical and hands-on course is for anyone who’d like to be more comfortable riding in traffic. Through classroom and on-road training you'll learn about the safest place on the road to ride, how to maneuver your bike effectively, communicate with other road users, handle riding at night and in the rain, and more. You’ll gain the skills & confidence you need to enjoy riding in the city! Courses are suitable to those 16 & up. $45 for HUB members/$50 for non-members. Register online at https://bikehub.ca/streetwise.

Sunday June 9

Island City, by Bike Tour

Sunday, June 9, 2013, 9:30am - 2:30pm. Long ride leaves at 10am and short ride leaves at 11 am

By: Joan CaravanCelebrate cycling and Richmond’s island nature by joining this 13th annual event hosted by the City of Richmond and the Richmond Active Transportation Committee. Island City, by Bike Tour is a free, annual event that takes advantage of Richmond’s on and off street cycling network to raise awareness of the benefits of cycling for fitness and fun. This year will feature long (21 km) and short (6.6 km) rides with both groups reconvening for refreshments and a raffle prize draw.

VBC Sunday Leisure Ride

Sunday, June 9, 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.

Bike Maintenance course

Sunday, June 9, 2013, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

By: HUB: Your Cycling ConnectionThis fun, interactive workshop takes the mystery out of the bicycle. Participants bring their bikes and we show them how to do a basic inspection to make sure it’s in good running order. They learn how to clean and oil their bike, check their brakes and gears, and a few other tricks to make their riding experience more enjoyable. We cover fixing the dreaded flat tire (not really such a big deal after all), and help participants decide when it's a good idea to take their bike to the shop. $45 for HUB members/$50 for non-members. Register online at https://bikehub.ca/streetwise.

Wheelmen Annual Vintage Bike Ride

Sunday, June 9, 2013 at 12:00pm. Meet at Noon, Ride at 1:00

By: Deak McLuditeVintage bikes must be 1969 or older for the ride. But, anyone can view the bikes at the meetup before the start. Have a beer and burger and talk to owners about their vintage bikes. Meet at the Cambie Pub at noon. The ride is easy, going through East Van and ending at the Waldorf.

Monday June 10

Tuesday June 11

Wednesday June 12

Saddle Up! Art Show

Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 from

Thursday June 13

Saddle Up! Art Show

Thursday, June 13, 2013, 12:00pm - 5:00pm. Opening night June 6 from 7-11pm

Repeats: June 5 - 8, June 12 - 15

By: Chris BentzenWednesday June 5 – Saturday June 15, 2013 OPENING NIGHT: Thursday June 6 from