World Bicycle Day celebrates the uniqueness, longevity and versatility of the bicycle and promotes it as a simple, sustainable, reliable, fun and affordable means of transportation.
Why celebrate the bicycle?
In 2018 the United Nations declared June 3 as World Bicycle Day. World Bicycle Day is a chance for people around the globe to pay tribute to the bicycle and the many benefits it brings to society. Riding a bike can be a profession, a form of entertainment, a tool to freedom, an outlet of expression or quite simply the best way of getting from A to B.
Bikes are free to ride, brilliant for your physical and mental health, good for the environment and the economy, and are a stress-free way to get where you’re going.
Whether you’re a pro cyclist, a regular rider to work, school or the shops, or just enjoy a social pedal on the weekend, we can all agree that the bike should be celebrated!
Get involved
For many, 2020 has been a period of stress and isolation. Despite what is going on in the world and whatever becomes “the new normal”, you can always hop on your bicycle, celebrate the freedom of movement and ride on.
Let’s make sure no bike goes unridden on World Bicycle Day. Our aim is to get as many Australians as possible to sit in the saddle and spin the wheels. So please join in, it doesn’t matter how far you pedal – just ride.
2. Share on social
Share your photos and stories from your ride to work, school or wherever your bike takes you, using #WorldBicycleDay and #JustRide.
Don’t forget to tag @Bicycle_Network so we can see where you’ve been riding.
3. Win
By sharing your photos with us on World Bicycle Day you’ll go into the running to win one of three gift cards valued at $100 to spend of servicing or upgrading your bicycle.
World Bicycle Day is a day of celebration, so remember to share the joy of riding in your posts and most importantly, just ride!
Information sourced from Bicycle Network bicyclenetwork.com.au
