FOR THE month of October, Sunshine Coast Council is supporting Love to Ride’s biggest event Biketober, where a range of prizes are up for grabs, including a $4,000 holiday or $3,000 bike if you register now.
Whether you’re a newbie, looking to make a cycling comeback or pedal-pushing pro here’s a challenge that’s sure to get your wheels turning.
Sunshine Coast Council Strong Community Portfolio Cr David Law said Biketober was a fun, free challenge and he encouraged all our community and local workplaces to get involved.
“You can join as an individual, with friends, or as part of a workplace contest with your co-workers – Biketober is for everyone!” Cr Law said.
“The aim is simple: to get more people to enjoy the benefits of riding bikes, anywhere, anytime for the month of October.
“There are many benefits to riding a bike, including improved mental and physical wellbeing.
“As well as creating a healthier you, it also helps beat congestion, is better for the planet and saves you money.
“Biketober is delivered through our ThinkChange program, where we are working to empower our communities and workplaces to make informed travel choices, which can be challenging as travel habits are often deeply ingrained.
“As many of us try to make choices that benefit our health and the health of our region, switching the car for handlebars is a great way to make a difference and rethink the way you travel.”
Last year Love to Ride had almost 50,000 rides and 8,400 riders worldwide taking part in Biketober.
It’s easy to participate, simply register at lovetoride.net/sunshinecoast and log your bike trips or by using the app. There are plenty of great prizes on offer and register for Biketober before October 1 for your chance to win a $3,000 bike of your choice!
How does it work?
Getting involved with Biketober is easy:
- Sign up with your workplace or as an individual at lovetoride.net/sunshinecoast
- Ride! it’s not about the number of kilometres you ride, it’s about having fun and encouraging others to discover the joy of riding a bike
- Log your rides – go for a ride, then log it on your profile, or the Love to Ride app.
- Earn points - ride your bike and encourage others to earn points.
- Win prizes - there are amazing prizes like a $4,000 holiday up for grabs for anyone who takes part, regardless of their riding experience!