Go by Bike Week
Save the Date: Spring Go By Bike Week: Sat, May 30-Fri, June 5
What is Go by Bike Week?
Go by Bike Week is a celebration of cycling, where we encourage everyone in Metro Vancouver to give cycling a try and motivate those who already do to keep riding.
Ride your bike to the pharmacy, school, work or to grab a coffee, any destination counts and log your trips to track KM's and greenhouses gas savings, the more trips you log, the more prizes 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 and event happening across Metro Vancouver
What's New?
We’ve moved our trip-tracking to the official GoByBike BC website!
If you've participated before, 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 a 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
Be the Best Team Leader
Thinking of being a Team Leader this Go by Bike Week? Check out our Team Leader Guide (updated April 2024) 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.
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.
Host a Community Event
Do you want to promote active transportation in your community? Host a community event during Go By Bike Week and HUB will send you posters, cycling maps and other resources to help you run your event. Fill out this form to receive your community event pack.
Workshops
We’re excited to feature a range of partner-led workshops as part of Go By Bike Week.
Workshops will be added on a rolling basis as they are confirmed, so be sure to check back for updates!
Hosting a workshop and want it featured by HUB?
Send us an email at events@bikehub.ca with the details!
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. -
Join Us as a Volunteer or Mechanic
Help bring Go By Bike Week to life by volunteering or joining as a bike mechanic at one of our Celebration Stations. Whether you're supporting event set-up, engaging with participants, or providing basic tune-ups, it’s a great way to connect with your community and support active transportation!
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.
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