Event Listing – Velopalooza

Wednesday May 20

Wednesday Night Pie Rides

Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 5:30pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday in May - August

By: Henry HWe 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. Distance is about 20 to 50 km, depending on how far you ride. Helmets are required.

Bike Maintenance 101

Wednesday, May 20, 2015, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday in May - July

By: MEC LangleyNew to bike maintenance? Then this is the Clinic for you! Topics covered: 1. Bike parts and their function 2. Diagnosing Problems 3. Basic Maintenance (e.g. fix a flat) No need to bring your own bike. Cost is $10.00.

MEC North Van Meet-up Road Ride

Wednesday, May 20, 2015, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday

By: North Van OCLike to ride? So do we! Come join us Wednesday evenings for a free group ride. Rides are open to all cyclists with road bikes who can maintain a minimum speed of 20km/hr and are comfortable riding in traffic. Typical rides will be 1-2 hrs. No-drop rides = No rider left behind.

West Point Cycles - Beginners Ride

Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 6:00pm

Repeats: Every Wednesday

By: AndreaLead by veteran West Point Cycles staffer, Andrea Taylor, we offer 3 different rides each week. We have rides on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning and Sunday morning. Wednesday evening is our beginners ride starting at West Point Multisport (3780 West 10th. Ave. – South Side of the Street) at 6pm. This ride is a great ride for beginners to learn the skills required to ride in a group, get comfortable on their bike and simply have fun. The pace is approx. 20km/hour and the ride is a no-drop ride so no one is left behind. If you are interested in [more...]

Thursday May 21

Bike Maintenance 101

Thursday, May 21, 2015, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Repeats: Every Thursday in May - July

By: MEC VancouverThese clinics are best suited to beginners who are new to bike maintenance. In our session you will learn the anatomy of the bike, diagnosing a problem, basic maintenance, fixing a flat tire, and when to bring your bike in for more major repairs. Cost is $10.00 These sessions are the perfect foundation for our Bike Maintenance 201 clinics. The Bike Maintenance 201 clinics are $20 each, and they continue with more in depth information and advanced tuning skills.

Bike Maintenance 201 - Brakes

Thursday, May 21, 2015, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Repeats: Third Thursday in May - July

By: MEC LangleyBike Maintenance 201 is designed for the more advanced cyclist who wants to learn how to work on their own bike. The 201 clinics are hands-on clinics led by one of our trained mechanics, giving you a small class size to really get involved and learn a new skill. The focus of this clinic will be on cantileaver and v-brakes. This course does not adjust disk brakes and costs $20.00. Bike Maintenance 101 is a suggested prerequisite to this intermediate clinic.

Bike Rides Society

Thursday, May 21, 2015 at 8:00pm. Leave at 8:30pm.

Repeats: Every Thursday

By: Bike Rides SocietyA weekly follow the leader adventure ride where the leader changes like the weather, but we ride regardless; all year round. Casual ride and no one gets left behind. BYO~whatever means fun times for you.

Friday May 22

Saturday May 23

West Point Cycles - Group Training Ride

Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 8:00am

Repeats: Every Saturday

By: AndreaLead by veteran West Point Cycles staffer, Andrea Taylor, we offer 3 different rides each week. We have rides on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning and Sunday morning. Saturday morning is our group training ride starting at West Point Multisport (3780 West 10th. Ave. – South Side of the Street) at 8am. If you are planning to ride a Fondo, a charity ride or just looking to keep up with the group, this ride offers a faster pace and longer distance. Its a great way to ride into shape or improve your fitness with a group of people with similar goals. [more...]

Velopalooza Bike Wash

Saturday, May 23, 2015, 12:00pm - 4:00pm

By: VelopaloozaIs your bicycle covered in winter muck and mud? Got squeaks and creaks? Want someone else to deal with it? Come on out, bring the family, to the Velopalooza bike wash and let us give your bike(s) some love. We'll be washing bikes alongside the launch of Bomber Brewing's Bike Route Best Bitter and Cumberland Crates new crate-style bicycle growler holder. A trifecta of bike-awesomeness to be celebrated. (Hopefully) the sun will be shining, the brews will be flowing and Uncle Kebab's will be onsite serving up delicious eats. Don't miss out! This is your last chance to get your [more...]

Sunday May 24

MEC North Van Meet-up Road Ride

Sunday, May 24, 2015, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Repeats: Every Sunday

By: NicolaLike to ride? So do we! Come join us Sunday mornings for a free group ride. Rides are open to all cyclists with road bikes who can maintain a minimum speed of 20km/hr and are comfortable riding in traffic. Typical rides will be 2-3 hrs. No-drop rides = No rider left behind.

MEC Langely Meet-up Ride

Sunday, May 24, 2015, 9:30am - 10:30am

Repeats: Every Sunday

By: MEC LangleyLike to ride? So do we! Join us every Sunday for our free meet-up road ride. Rides are open to all cyclists with road bikes who can maintain a minimum speed of 20km/hr and are comfortable riding in traffic. Typical rides will be 90 minutes. No-drop rides = No rider left behind.

MEC Vancouver Meet-up Ride

Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 9:30am

Repeats: Every Sunday

By: MEC VancouverCome join us for a fun and free ride through Vancouver! Each week we will take you on a tour through some of the best road-riding the city has to offer. Rides will be tailored to suit the abilities and comfort levels of those in attendance. Bring a friend or come out to make a friend who loves riding as much as you do! We started offering rides for beginners as well as intermediate riders, ranging from 20-60km. Please note, you must bring your own bike and all related cycling gear to the meet-up ride! Please come prepared with the [more...]

Church Of Bike Formal Ride

Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 12:00pm. meet at 12, ride at 1.

By: tedChurch of Bike Formal! Pull out your fancy duds and Sunday sensational! Heels, hats (bonnets not excluded), jewelry, lace and that lil black dress… Ties, snappy blazers and a shoe shine for all to see! Black and white attire preferred. One can never be overdressed! Prizes and praises!!

East Van Bike Polo presents Soft Serve Sunday

Sunday, May 24, 2015 at 1:00pm. Games usually wrap up in the late afternoon/early evening, depending on number and keenness of attendees.

Repeats: Every Sunday

By: JeffSoft Serve Sundays is East Van Bike Polo's program for newer and casual players, held at Grandview Park on Sundays from 1 PM onwards, weather permitting. Court time for new players is prioritized, although regulars will be on hand to provide loaner gear and nerd out about polo. You can play a few non-competitive games of pick-up, or just to say hi and check things out. Bring your friends, too! To start playing, you should be able to ride a bike with one hand. You can use your own bike, or borrow one at the court. Mallets will be provided [more...]

Monday May 25

Maintenance Mondays

Monday, May 25, 2015, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Repeats: Every Monday

By: Bike KitchenJoin us on on sunny Mondays in front of the Bike Kitchen for our weekly maintenance night! We'll be listening to some sweet tunes and maybe even blending some beverages. See you there! P.S. If it's raining, Maintenance Mondays will be cancelled.

Tuesday May 26

MEC Langely Meet-up Ride

Tuesday, May 26, 2015, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Repeats: Every Tuesday

By: MEC LangleyLike to ride? So do we! Join us every Tuesday for our free meet-up road ride. Rides are open to all cyclists with road bikes who can maintain a minimum speed of 20km/hr and are comfortable riding in traffic. Typical rides will be 1 hr -90 min. No-drop rides = No rider left behind.

Purple and Yellow Volunteer Night

Tuesday, May 26, 2015, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Repeats: Every Tuesday

By: Bike KitchenCome help us work on our famed Purple and Yellow bike share fleet! From building, maintenance to painting the bikes with their signature colours, its a fun way to get involved and learn about bike mechanics. No experience needed – we'll teach you! All volunteers are provided with a free pizza dinner. Rad!