Event Listing – Velopalooza

Thursday June 10

Iona-SpitTune Ride

Thursday, June 10, 2010, 10:00am - 1:00pm

By: Jamie From Science world in Vancouver to Iona Beach, just north of the Airport. This bike street based excursion will head up and over the new Translink bridge and to the island YVR is located on. Traveling along the road that skirts the Airport, and out to Iona beach, we will ride all the way out to the end of the Iona spit which is about 5km out into the Georgia Straight. Fun for all, especially if you like airplanes and the beach!

Finding Bob Geldof: The Georgia Straight Ride

Thursday, June 10, 2010, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

By: Jamie OllivierBob Geldof worked as a music journalist for the Georgia Straight in the 1970s before he returned to England and joined the Boomtown Rats. This is the premise of this ride, we are trying to reclaim our roots and find Bob Geldof. Okay, so maybe people who LOOK like Bob Geldof will do. The Ride starts on Pine street just next to the new Georgia Straight headquarters. After a brief history of the Paper, we will ride down Pine street to the seawall where we will cruise around false creek, ending up in Gastown for Irish beer. Just before we [more...]

Bike to Work Week Awards Reception

Thursday, June 10, 2010, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

By: VACCPlease join the Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition to celebrate your successes from Bike to Work Week and cycling in general. Workplace awards will be presented, along with the prize bike for the Team Leader who recruited the most teammates this season. Tickets are $20 and include a drink, appetizers and entertainment. http://www.biketoworkmetrovan.ca/buyticket Come and meet people from the most progressive, green and healthy organizations in Metro Vancouver, and share your common Bike to Work successes.

NEW DATE: Folding Bike Ride

Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 6:00pm

By: Ulrike Rodrigues (a/k/a Mitey Miss)[NOTE – this is the NEW date for this ride as I have a class Wed. night – UR] Do you ride a Brompton, Bike Friday, Bazooka, Birdy, or other style of collapsible bike? Meet other foldies and join Mitey Miss (Momentum Magazine columnist Ulrike Rodrigues) and her Dahon Speed TR on a fun and friendly cruise on Vancouver's car-free seawall bike path. We'll stop along the way to compare collapses, then socialize over refreshments at an agreed-upon spot. Future foldie owners and curious onlookers welcome to gawk as we mass and fold. Yes, you can ride your S&S bike [more...]

CANCELED: Free Food Ride (Or: What's Fun About Bike Fun)

Canceled due to rain. (The 'dry' picnic area we were going to is, in fact, quite wet.)

Was: Thursday, June 10, 2010 at 6:15pm

By: EvanSorry, but this ride is now full. (In addition to the limited food, there's also a limit to the number of people who can meaningfully participate in the discussion.) This won't be the last bike-fun-related study I do for grad school. If you want to be invited to the next study, send me an e-mail.

Midnight Mass Bike Ride

Thursday, June 10, 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 June 11

Great Gelato Ride

Friday, June 11, 2010, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

By: Ron RichingsWho can resist the seductive call of excellent ice cream on a warm evening? Not me. Nor the people who come on this ride. A low-effort, but satisfying ride to close out the work week. Bring money for your favourite Gelato at several locations.

Streetwise CAN-BIKE 2 Workshops

Friday, June 11, 2010 at 6:00pm

By: Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition For more experienced cyclists who would like to take their skills and safety training to the next level, or for people who use their bike in a professional capacity, we are now offering CAN-BIKE 2 training. CAN-BIKE 2 is Canada’s only nationally recognized safe cycling certification for people who need to ride their bike to perform work duties. We also offer Can Bike II privately to businesses wanted train employees to conduct their job by bicycle. This is a 3 day, weekend course. http://www.vacc.bc.ca/cycling/cycling.php?pageID=42

Bike Rave

Friday, June 11, 2010, 9:00pm - 3:00am. Roll at 10pm

By: EricLike to party all night? Like riding your bike? Put the two together! With a mobile sound system and bumpin' tunes, come ride to one of Vancouver's best secret party spots. Get your bike decorated up with every flashing, blinking thing you can, stock up on party supplies wink, and get ready for a super fun night. We'll set an easy pace that stays on bike routes, with several stops to allow stragglers to catch up. Dress like you're going to be outside at night for 6 hours near the water.

CANCELED: Knife Fight Night

Moved to June 12

Was: Friday, June 11, 2010 at 10:30pm

By: ShannonKnife fight night! Knife fights are 1 x 1 bike polo in a small, enclosed, space. It’s fast and it’s crashy. Come out and watch, place friendly bets on your favourite player, if you are feeling brave, give it a try. It’s a party atmosphere, so bring beverages.

Saturday June 12

Explore Cycling

Saturday, June 12, 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, June 12, 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, June 12, 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.

Great Ride: CVG Birthday Ride - June 12

Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 9:30am

By: VACCCelebrate with the VACC as the Central Valley Greenway turns one year old! Experienced riders leave from New West between 9:30 and 10:30 am, with a stop for FREE BBQ lunch at the Winston Overpass, near Sperling Stn., where you'll find music and treats. Families and less experienced riders can join here, and everyone is invited to share in bike-route history by attending the ribbon cutting ceremony at 1:00 pm for the new bike bridge at Still Creek. The ride ends at MEC's bike-fest at Science World, and costs $8 for VACC members, $10 for non-members, and kids under 16 [more...]

Salmonberries, cream and poetry

Saturday, June 12, 2010, 10:00am - 11:30am

By: CarolCycle up to Prospect Point in Stanley Park, sampling salmonberries along the way. Pause for an icecream or coffee [with cream?] at Prospect Point. Ride down the hill on the newly paved road to the Pauline Johnson memorial at 3rd beach to listen to and write poetry. Bring a writing implement and some paper.

Mec Bike Fest Ride

Saturday, June 12, 2010, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

By: Pedal PunditStarts at the foot of the new convention center (just west of the Seaplane terminal) we cruise the short way around Stanley Park on the segregated bike path around the seawall, English Bay then on to the TelusSphere. Great for kids and families alike, this ride will end at the MEC Bike Festival in Creek side park by Science world.

Streetwise Cycling Workshops

Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 12:00pm

By: Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition This fun, practical and hands-on course is for anyone (16+) 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 much more. You’ll gain the skills and confidence you need to enjoy riding in the city!

Surly Squat Tour

Saturday, June 12, 2010, 12:45pm - 3:15pm. We'll leave @ 1 pm.

By: Rob BrownieDo you ride a Surly Bike? If you pedal a Steam Roller, Long Haul Trucker, Karate Monkey, Cross-Check or Big Dummy join me for a unique tour of Terminal City's squats. Stanley Park, Mud City, Woodward's, China Town and the Frances Street Squat are among a few of the sites we will ride by as we survey a slice of Vancouver's social history. We will wind up at a watering hole somewhere along the way and may run into the ghost of Malcolm Lowry so be prepared. Space is also available for those of you who intend to get (a) [more...]

World Naked Bike Ride

Saturday, June 12, 2010, 1:00pm - 3:00pm. 1:00pm for body painting and festivities. Ride at 2:00pm

By: ConradJoin hundreds of cities around the world for the most fun and creative protest against car culture. This is year 8 of the World Naked Bike Ride. A picnic on the beach follows sponsored by NIFTY. For more information on this event please visit www.worldnakedbikeride.org

Playful Expressions Bike Ride

Saturday, June 12, 2010, 2:45pm - 4:45pm

By: Janice ValdezCycle from the West End to arrive in the East where we will engage in playful expressions in the Family Room of the Brittania Community Centre. Colour and music making accessories are encouraged. Bring a refillable bottled water, comfortable clothing and $4 for the playful expressions workshop.

Knife Fight Night

Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 10:30pm

Sunday June 13

Vancouver Bicycling Meetup Group, VBMG

Sunday, June 13, 2010, 9:00am - 3:00pm. Ride duration varies.

Repeats: Every Sunday and Saturday

Bike D. Dike

Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 10:00am. at 10:00 every Sunday those ready saddle up and ride!

By: Bike D. Dike WeeklyFree weekly ride up or down(group consensus) the Richmond dike every Sunday

Finale Festival

Sunday, June 13, 2010, 11:00am - 6:00pm

By: velopaloozaVelopalooza Finale at Strathcona Park on Sunday June 13th from 11am-6pm Featuring BIKE POLO, BIKE CRAFT, PEDAL ZOO (freak and chopper bikes anyone can try), BMX TRIALS, UNICYCLE LESSONS, MUNICYCLISTS, FOOD (The Bean Buggy, The Sweet Grass Grill, Beer Brats, etc. . . ), the BCCLETTES, KIDS ZONE, valet bike parking and much more bike fun! LIVE MUSIC by: Buck and Jess, The Creaking Planks, Deanna Teeple, The Carnival Band, The Wonderful Diving Horses, The Thick of It, The Deadwax Collective, . . . Check out Facebook for more details http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=113893078654227&ref=ts

Ride with Global Agents for Change

Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 11:00am

By: Jake MoirJoin riders from Global Agents of Change while discussing strategies to bring about social change.

Sapperton Day Street Festival

Sunday, June 13, 2010, 11:00am - 4:00pm

By: Sapperton Day Street FestivalThere is no admission fee's to this event. We will be having a variety of bike demonstrations and activities. Including an extreme kids trike race competitions in the Cap's (New Westminster) parking lot.

Purple Pirate at the Grand Finale Event

Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 12:00pm

By: Dustin AndersonDustin, the Purple Pirate breaks the mold of traditional children’s performers. Not a musician, nor a magician, Dustin engages young audiences with energy and a youthful physicality unparalleled by any of his performing colleagues. His performances combine comedy, dance, and positive, affirming messages that promote self-esteem and build confidence in children. Dustin will be performing at the Kids Zone at the Velopalooza Grand finale June 13th in Strathcona Park. 2 Shows: Noon and 4 pm – Plus he will be there making balloon bikes and more!

Cycleback Art Outreach Pedal Powered Art workshop

Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 12:30pm

By: Jamie OllivierJoin the Cycleback Art Outreach at the grand finale of Velopalooza on June 13th Cycleback Art Outreach is a program funded by the city of Vancouver in cooperation with the Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood house and the Lookout Society. This human powered project is run off the back of a specially outfitted bicycle which acts as a mobile art workshop. Cycleback Art Outreach works in concert with the Cycleback project which trains homeless and marginalized citizens how to become bicycle mechanics. http://www.lookoutsociety.ca/PDF2010/CYCLE%20BACK%20Brochure%20March%202010.pdf See you there!

Vancruisers East Side Ride

Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 12:30pm

By: VancruisersA cruiser bike tour of East Vancouver!! The route will be one we've done on some of our Friday rides, taking us by a few East Van landmarks like the East Van sign, Mountain View Cemetery, Trout Lake, the Velopalooza Finale Celebration and finally ending up at the Cambie. Ride will be suited for coaster brake / single speed but there's naturally a little bit of climbing.

Monday June 14

Tuesday June 15

Urban Bike Fair and Dunsmuir Bike Lane Opening

Tuesday, June 15, 2010, 11:30am - 2:30pm

By: For more information, contactThe City of Vancouver is hosting the Urban Bike Fair on Granville Street between Robson and Dunsmuir. Come celebrate cycling and the opening of the Dunsmuir separated bike lanes! Head south of Georgia for tents and vendors. Check out the latest urban bicycles all at one location and ride the new two-way bike lane for an easier and safer connection to work, shop, or visit downtown. http://momentumplanet.com/articles/urban-bike-fair

Wednesday June 16

Explore Cycling

Wednesday, June 16, 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, June 16, 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...]