Go by Bike Week
What is Go by Bike Week?
Go by Bike Week is a celebration of cycling, where we encourage everyone in Metro Vancouver to travel by bike and motivate those who already do to keep riding.
Whether you ride your bike to work, school, the shops, or to grab a coffee, all destinations count. Log your trips to track KM's and greenhouses gas savings, and for a chance to win prizes. The more trips you log, the more you can win!
How to Participate
- Register for FREE!
- Go for a bike ride during the event
- Log your ride each day for a chance to win prizes!
- Join an event happening across Metro Vancouver including:
- Celebration Stations
- Group rides
- Workshops
- Webinars
What's New?
We’ve moved our trip-tracking to the official GoByBike BC website!
If you've participated before 2024, you must RESET YOUR PASSWORD and log a trip to register for Spring Go By Bike Week.
First time, taking part?
- Sign up for an account and set up your profile.
- You will be a solo rider until you join or create a team
- Register for the event by logging a trip via the Log My Ride button
Celebration Stations
Visit one of 30+ Celebration Stations across Metro Vancouver where you can stop by for:
- Free bike maintenance
- Free maps and other resources
- Snacks and hot drinks
- Cycling tips and local route information
The schedule will be updated on a weekly basis as locations are confirmed.
Be the Best Team Leader
Thinking of being a Team Leader this Go by Bike Week? Check out our Team Leader Guide for information on how to make your week successful for your team. It’s packed with real-life stories from workplaces across Metro Vancouver where Go by Bike Week has become part of the culture.
Go by Bike Week Activations Map
Use to filters to explore week-long or day-specific activations! This map also includes local shops with exclusive Go by Bike Week discounts!
Contact Us
Please email gobybike@bikehub.ca if you have any questions related to Go by Bike Week that are not listed under the FAQ page below.
Free Cycling Education
StreetWise Cycling Online course - Helping adult beginner riders gain the knowledge and skills needed to start their cycling journeys with confidence
Group Rides & Cycling Tours
Join the HUB Cycling Bike Club on Strava and find out about group rides taking place across Metro Van.
Try Vancouver Biennale’s FREE self-guided cycling tours and discover public art in hidden spots! https://www.vbbike.ca/biking-walking-tours
High Schools Students
- To sign up, a school champion member from each high school will act as a team leader, setting up the high school as a ‘team’ by registering the school.
- After creating a team, your team leader is able to invite fellow students and teachers to join your team. -
FAQs
GENERAL
1. What is Go by Bike Week?
Go by Bike Week is a celebration of cycling, encouraging everyone in Metro Vancouver to give cycling a try and motivate those who already do. The event happens twice a year, once in the Spring (May/June) and once in the Fall (September/October).
2. Why should I participate?
There are so many reasons to participate and go by bike!
- It's fun
- It's great for your health and keeps you active
- It helps save you money
- It helps reduce air pollution and congestion
- It's great for workplace comradery
- There are tons of great prizes to win
- The data we collect from the event helps to make cycling better in Metro Vancouver
3. Riding solo or in a team?
You can participate individually or in a team with friends, family, neighbours, or work buddies.
4. What kind of trips can I log?
All cycling trips and all bikes (yes, that includes e-bikes and pedal assist) count! Including:
- Commuting to work
- Taking your bike onto transit
- Going on a ride with friends
- Riding your bike to school
- Biking to shop or the gym
- Bike courier trips
- Visiting a Celebration Station
- And more!
Check out The Commuter Bike Shopper’s Checklist - For tips and tricks on transitioning into commuter cycling
Route planning - Plan your route using our free Metro Vancouver cycling maps at bikehub.ca/maps
TEAM LEADERS
1. How do I become a Team Leader and register a new team?
Once you register and enter your information, choose to register as a Team Leader and create a new team.
2. My team has participated in Go by Bike Week before, do I need to register my team again for this years event?
If you are already registered on the site, you must log a trip after our official launch date to register your team for the next edition of Go by Bike Week.
HIGHSCHOOL STUDENTS
1. Do high schools register through Go by Bike Week? How?
Yes, high schools are encouraged to register through Go by Bike Week and track their trips using our online tracking tool instead of through Bike to School Week. To sign up, a member from the high school will act as your team leader, setting up the high school as a ‘team’ by registering the school at bikehub.ca/registration. After creating a team, your team leader is able to invite fellow students and teachers to join your team. Click here for a video demonstration.
Thank you to our generous sponsors!
Thank you to our generous supporters!
