Event Listing

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.

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.

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.

By: Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition This 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 and confidence you need to enjoy riding in the city!

By: Vancouver Area Cycling Coalition This 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 and confidence you need to enjoy riding in the city!

By: For more informationA program just for teens. Scared by that weird creak in your bike? Want to get it ready for trips to the beach this summer? Bring your bike to the library for a fun, interactive workshop for teens, where we'll cover the basics of getting your bike safely on the road. Free. Registration required.

By: stephInto bikes, good food and drinks, and going for a sunshiny roll with new and old friends? Well then… join us! 6pm – a bunch of friends/friends of friends/acquaintances ride to a restaurant for dinner. 8pm – start mystery bike tour to an undisclosed location for desert/gelato/beer next – bike to another undisclosed location for beer/beverage of your choice next – repeat #3 as desired To avoid getting too many people in the restaurant, email Steph for dinner location! (Riders will pay for what they consume, and be responsible for riding safely if they are drinking alcohol).

By: Leanne MacLeodCommunity Bike Ride – Ride to support mental health and recovery in your community! Sunday June 27th, 2010 For full event information  www.cmhacommunityride.ca The Canadian Mental Health Association, Vancouver Burnaby Branch (CMHA VB) is a leading mental health charity committed to mental health promotion and supporting the recovery of individuals experiencing a mental illness. Regular Registrations: online until 5:00 pm June 26 are $35. Same Day Registration: $40 8:30 am to 9:30 am on June 27th. Children under 7: Free with family members Children ages 8 to 15: $15 when accompanied by fami

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.

By: GennyTools….parts….gears…..got extra bike stuff lying around? If it’s in good shape, and you’re not using it but someone else would be able to, bring it to our first ever Bike Gear Swap! On June 27th at the Kitsilano Market, we will have a table set up near our bike valet area where our friendly volunteers will accept gently-used bike gear. Leave what you don’t want , and take what you can use from what others have donated. No cash necessary! We won’t be accepting whole bikes, sorry.    Any leftover gear will be donated to OCB. From: http://eatlocal.org/newsletter/2010/june/

By: For more information contacteatART will present its 2nd annual pedal powered Energy Awareness Art Party. Expect to see giant kinetic sculptures, loads of bicycle enthusiasts, and an unforgettable outdoor dance party! This event will be powered with solar *and* pedal power! Throughout the event, there will be 9 teams of four 'watt-riders' who will be powering the pedal-powered sound system. In tandem with this energy source, an array of solar panels will also be powering the tents and info booth.

By: For more information contactGreek Day is the annual celebration of Greek Heritage in Vancouver — a huge block party stretching from MacDonald to Blenheim in Kitsilano. The Better Environmentally Sound Transportation's (BEST's) Bicycle Valet will be there with two locations, one at either end so the whole family can enjoy safe, secure, bicycle parking for free!

By: For more informationDuring the eatART powers the VAG event is an electric bike show during the earlier part of the day. Ebikers will have various bikes on display in front of the fountain at the Art Gallery, and at 2 o'clock there will be awards for each of 6 categories: Most Innovative, Most Discrete, Most Resourceful, Greatest Utility, Style, and Creative Lighting.

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.

By: For more info or to register, contactOffered by PEDAL (Pedal Energy Development Alternatives), an organization that develops and promotes the use of pedal powered technology, the course covers drivetrain maintenance, brake and gear adjustment and flat tire repair. Courses are taught by an Our Community Bikes staff member. Cost is $40 plus tax. Bring your bike and a snack.

By: shuChopper ride and social gathering – meet up, hang out, drink beverages, ride crazy bikes. Choppers and tallbikes encouraged, not mandatory. July ride meets up @ strathcona park. we meet up the first friday of each month, 8ish. Ride starts at dusk, route TBA.