Rare antiques, cool clothing, unique housewares, must-have sporting goods, and tasty artisan foods & beverages are all for the taking throughout Vancouver during August’s “Bike To Shop” month. This is the perfect opportunity to set out on bike and truly explore your city. Hub Cycling has put together a terrific guide filled with interactive, neighbourhood maps to make planning your route, with areas to safely park your bike, a breeze! It is not just downtown Vancouver, however: surrounding, regional communities like Burnaby, Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, Richmond and Surrey have their own dedicated maps with suggested destinations and participating merchants.
Share your experiences (and fun pics!) on social media with the tag #biketoshop for a chance to win amazing prizes. There are even several “Celebration Stations” stocked with handy Vancouver biking maps, cycling in the city tips, giveaways and a chance to make new friends, here:
Sunday, August 6 from 9AM to 1PM at Coquitlam Farmers Market (Dogwood Pavilion Parking Lot at 1655 Winslow Ave)
Sunday, August 20 from 10:30AM to 3:30PM at Steveston Farmers & Artisans Market (4320 Moncton St, Richmond)
Farmers Markets seem to be big on the list for this time of year: here is a complete guide to the region’s most vibrant markets by EATLOCAL.
Wanderlog (an online review site) has compiled some terrific resources for shopping and retail stores in Vancouver.
UK based “That Adventurer” shared their personal faves for independent shops to buy uncommon goods in Vancity!
Zygg Ebikes Vancouver can hook you up with the perfect ebike rental for the whole month of August so you can travel with ease and in style while you shop. One month may not be enough. You will want to ride into the autumn, back to work and back to school, once you try the ebike riding experience. We know you are going to love it, so check us out!