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Local Rides, Events & Clubs

Explore Our Community By Bike

We love riding our bikes as much as you do! Check out the awesome community rides, events, and cycling clubs that we support. Learn more about the local happenings that interest you, and get involved today!

Bike Rides & Events

cyclist riding e-mountain bike on trail

E-MTB Group Ride

Every Thursday we meet up for a group ride on electric mountain bikes on some of Nanaimo's world class singletrack. Ride locations vary between Doumont and Westwood Lake riding areas. All participants must sign a waiver, have a certified cycling helmet and have an e-mtb in great working order.

  • Thursdays at 6:30
  • Arbot Rd trailhead or Doumont parking lot - Check the socials
  • Must have a certified helmet, signed waiver, full suspension e-bike
cyclist riding gravel bike on dirt road

Saturday Gravel Ride

These rides are in conjunction with the Mid-Island Velo Association and the meeting location varies between the shop and the end of the pavement on Nanaimo River Rd.  

Participants must be current MIVA members. The location for the week can be found on MIVA's website.

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Monthly Tech Clinics

These clinics embrace the more technical aspects of some mechanical procedures such as suspension service, brake bleeds and maintenance.

Local Bike Clubs

nmbc | Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club

NMBC

The Nanaimo Mountain Bike Club is a nonprofit, volunteer trail advocacy group that serves in and around the city of Nanaimo. Our mission is to build, manage, and maintain trails through partnering with landowners, public and private, to create fun and challenging trail networks for every age and ability.

Learn More About NMBC

MIVA - Mid Island Velo Association

MIVA

Mid Island Velo Association is a volunteer driven non-profit organization committed to building a sense of community through friendly competition and group training/social activities centered around road cycling in the Nanaimo region.  

Learn More About MIVA

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