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What are the rules of the road for cyclists? This is something we all should know. Click here for a great Castanet.net article on the rights and duties of cyclists when riding on the road. Some might surprise you.
Also keep in mind that some drivers may not know these rules and may not agree with them.
Thanks to Tom Ferguson for bringing this to our attention.
Despite some initial concern about rain, we were blessed with good weather on our Memorial Ride for Bob Perra. 19 riders in total participated, indicating how well Bob was liked by our cycling community. The ride, a 70 km out and back route from Lumby to Mabel Lake, was one of Bob’s favourites and was thoroughly enjoyed by all riders.
After the ride we had lunch at Alexander’s Pub in Coldstream and reminisced about fun times spent hiking and biking with Bob.
We will miss Bob’s company and think about him often on future cycling and hiking adventures. Rest in peace.
Click for the Relive of the ride
The weather gods have smiled at us and therefore the Memorial Ride for Bob will proceed at 10 AM this morning in Lumby as previously announced. Meet at Mission Creek Park in Kelowna near the Eco Centre between 8:30 and 8:45 AM for carpooling if desired.
According to his good friend and frequent riding partner, Michael Malkowski, the Mable Lake Ride was one of Bob’s favourites. Therefore it is fitting that the Killer Beez do this ride to remember Bob and all the good times we spent in his company.
The ride will start in Lumby at 10 AM on Saturday, June 11th and will be led by Michael. The starting point is the Lumby SuperSave located at 2056 Vernon Street. There is ample parking available in the SuperSave lot.
The Mable Lake ride is a very scenic, rolling, out and back route of approximately 70 km with no major hills.
Those wishing to carpool can meet in the parking lot near the Eco Centre in Mission Creek Park (Springfield and Benvolin) at 8:45 AM.
In case of wet weather this ride may be postponed and participants will be advised through WhatsApp and this website.
Volunteers are required for rider registration at the OSCR (Armstrong) Century Ride to be held on on May 29th. This ride, one of our favourites, is finally back after a 2 year absence. 12 to 16 volunteers are required to register riders and pass out swag between 7:15 AM and 8:30 AM. Please consider volunteering so this excellent ride can go ahead.
Email Janet at janetsteinjewelry@hotmail.com to offer your services.
Thanks to all who have shown an interest in the Killer Beez 2022 Kootenay Cycle Trip. We have reached the maximum capacity, but will continue to accept names for a waiting list as we expect there may be some cancellations.
Angus
With the rapid increase in motorized traffic in the Kelowna area, is gravel biking something we should be considering as a safer alternative to road biking? What is gravel biking anyway? Click here for some answers.
Maybe I shouldn’t be selling my cyclocross bike after all ! !
The Killer Beez Friday rides are starting up at 9 AM on Friday, May 13th. The starting location is Pritchard Park at 1566 Pritchard Drive in West Kelowna.
Join Michael to give those legs a good workout as there are a few hills in West Kelowna.
Effective immediately, the Wednesday Group Ride will start from the Bread Company/Kelowna Cycle parking lot on Pandosy. The time remains 2pm. The route will consist of a 35 km loop around East Kelowna.
Followed by coffee, of course.
On Saturday, the group ride starts from Bean Scene Dickson at 10am. We will be riding the Airport route from there.
With the introduction of a no-fault system by the Insurance Corporation of BC in 2020, BC cyclists are behind the 8 ball if they are involved in an accident with a motor vehicle. Click here to learn the unfortunate facts.
Be extra careful out there.
To view the content of the Kelowna Killer Beez website, you must read and agree to the following Waiver and Safety Rules that apply to all our rides. Compliance with these rules and the signing of an annual waiver is mandatory in order to participate in our group rides.
By clicking “AGREE” you acknowledge that you ride at your own risk and comply with the safety rules.