Let’s roll, GoByBike Week is back!!

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It’s time to dust off your bike and hit the paths. GoByBike Week returns to Kelowna from May 30 to June 5, inviting residents of all ages and abilities to get out and explore the city by bike. Riders can log their trips at gobybikebc.ca/kelowna, whether riding solo or as part of a team, with every logged ride counting toward the grand prize.  “GoByBike Week is a chance for people to rethink how they move around the city. Choosing a bike, even for short trips, helps reduce emissions and eases pressure on our roads,” said Mayor Tom Dyas. “It is also one of the best ways to enjoy Kelowna’s neighbourhoods and outdoor spaces while supporting a healthier, more sustainable community.”  Every ride matters, from commuting to work or school to running errands, heading to appointments, visiting friends or enjoying a recreational ride. Participants are encouraged to log all their trips, no matter the purpose or distance.  As more residents choose active transportation, the City continues to invest in cycling infrastructure, including about 300 kilometres of on-street bike lanes and 40 kilometres of separated paved multi-use paths, making it easier and safer to choose cycling for everyday travel.  There are community-led stations happening in Kelowna during the week with a fun wrap-up at Railside Brewing on Friday, bringing together riders to celebrate kilometres logged and share a love of cycling with friends old and new.   Saturday, May 30 – 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Kelowna Farmers’ Market + Bike Valet Kick-Off  ·         Kick off the week with the Kelowna Area Cycling Coalition at Kelowna Farmers’ Market with the free Bike Valet.  Tuesday, June 2 - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. | UBCO Cycling Celebration Station  ·         Free beverages and snacks, practice loading your bike onto a BC Transit bus rack, learn about campus cycling resources, and enter to win prizes.   Wednesday, June 3 – 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Downtown Kelowna Association + Meet Me on Bernard   ·         Enjoy downtown businesses and enter to win a Downtown Kelowna prize pack.  Friday, June 5 – 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Railside Brewing Wrap-Up  ·         Wrap up the week with live music, a food truck, drinks, and local vendors. Plus, additional community-led events happening throughout the city!   Learn more about community-led events, register and log your rides at gobybikebc.ca/kelowna.