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:
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.
Bike To Shop Deals
OHM Cycles - May 31st - June 6th
10% Off JOURNEY + Water Bottle Giveaway (Limited Amount)
Organika - May 25th - June 25th
25% Off Online Purchases (Code: HUBCYCLING25)
Little Mountain Gallery - May 31st - June 6th
15% Off Online Purchases (Code: HUB25)
Bon Macaron Patisserie - May 31st - June 6th
Free Macaron
Vegan Supply - May 31st - June 6th
10% Off
pickpockets - May 31st - June 6th
20% Off Online Purchases (Code: GO_BY_BIKE20)
The Beat Studio - May 31st - June 6th
50% Off Online Membership
Orangetheory Fitness - May 31st - June 6th
Participating locations: West Broadway, Cambie, Davie, North Burnaby, Metrotown, North Vancouver, Port Moody, South Surrey, North Delta, Langley.
Exclusive One-week Trial (Unlimited Classes For 7 Days)
Dipt Kicks - May 31st - June 6th
20% Off All Apparel
Luppolo Brewing Company - May 31st - June 6th
15% Off For Dine-in
Dialed Bike Service - May 31st - June 6th
20-40% Off OneUp Components Products
Convival Cafe and Bakery - May 30th - June 1st
10% Off For Granville Island Group Ride
Mountain Equipment Company (Vancouver Location) - May 30th - June 1st
15% Discount On All Items.
You will be entered to win a prize package of:
2 MEC provincial 20L Panniers, Axiom Streamliner Road DLX Pannier Rack, MEC Compact Floor Pump, and an MEC Mica Light Set (valued at over $400) and 1 year of FREE BIKE SERVICE on one bike at our Vancouver store. This includes any adjustments, tune-ups, flat repairs, and service labour (parts are excluded).
Terms and Conditions: This discount applies to in-stock items, purchased in-store at our Vancouver location. Offer cannot be redeemed for cash, combined with other offers, or applied to prior purchases or services. Available to MEC members only (free sign up at store). Must show their Go By Bike Week dashboard to staff to receive discount.
Webinars
Intro to City Cycling - June 2nd - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Click here to register for free!
This workshop is the perfect introduction to cycling best practices for people looking to gain knowledge about how to bike safely around the city. The webinar covers the rights and responsibilities of cyclists and looks at various traffic scenarios encountered in city cycling. Participants will learn how to share the road and communicate with other road users, how to take their bike on transit, types of biking gear, and how to plan a safe route.
Intro to E-Biking - June 5th - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. Click here to register for free!
This introductory workshop is designed to provide you with useful tips for buying, riding, and caring for your e-bike. You will learn about the pros and cons of e-bikes, as well as types, classes, cost, and performance to help you choose the right one for yourself. It will also cover tips for caring for and maintaining your e-bike, along with relevant by-laws and regulations to help give you more confidence in navigating your ride.
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
Check out the schedule of rides taking place during Go By Bike Week!
Join the HUB Cycling Bike Club on Strava and find out about more 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!
