Vancouver Bike Show 2011-22

Last weekend, we checked out the first edition of the Vancouver Bike Show at Vancouver Convention Centre West.

Vancouver Bike Show 2011-9

The show is part of the much larger Vancouver Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show. Cycling has become popular in Vancouver, with a growing number of dedicated cycling lanes and a culture that fosters two-wheel commuting.

Pro-trials riding legend Ryah Leech got the crowd roaring with some pretty cool ramp tricks.

Cyclebetes at Bike Show

Cyclebetes was on site to promote their National Bike Relay. The Spin-a-Thon, an indoor stationary bike relay, was in full swing when we were there. Hosted by high school students across Canada and the US, the Spin-a-Thon helps to raise funds and awareness for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

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[Evoc’s travel bike bag]

Vancouver Bike Show 2011-24
[My husband was eyeing the Wilier Triestina road bike]

Vancouver Bike Show 2011-25
[I admired Wilier’s attention to craftsmanship and design on this bike]

We saw an array of mountain bikes, road bikes, electric bikes and recumbent bikes. The show was well-timed to take advantage of the 2011 cycling season.

Vancouver Bike Show 2011-13

We came across everything from Pilot Rider’s curious and colourful helmet liners to Loeka’s 100% recyclable line of women’s outdoor apparel.

Vancouver Bike Show 2011-11

Looking forward to seeing the Vancouver Bike Show break apart from the Outdoor Adventure & Travel component next year, as it’s worthy of its own venue and attention!

Vancouver Bike Show 2011-5

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