Author: Mel Saari

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Memorial Ride for Bob Perra

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

 

 

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Bob Perra Memorial Ride

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.

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Volunteers Required for Rider Registration at Armstrong Century Ride

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 [email protected] to offer your services.

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Is gravel biking for you?

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 ! !

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New Details for Wednesday and Saturday Rides

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.

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ICBC versus BC Cyclists

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.

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Kootenay Cycle Trip – August 27th to 30th, 2022

Having received numerous inquiries regarding plans to repeat last years 3 day Kootenay Cycle Trip, we are now in the very preliminary stages of compiling a list of those interested. The tentative dates are Saturday Aug 27th to Tuesday Aug 30th. The route would be the same as last year but in reverse. We would start and finish in Castlegar.  Day 1 would be Castlegar to New Denver, day 2 would be New Denver to Nelson via Kaslo, and day 3 would be Nelson back to Castlegar.  Each day is would consist of a minimum of 100 kms of riding and approximately 1,000 meters of elevation.  Support cars would accompany riders.  Hotel rooms have been held.  If you are interested in participating please email [email protected] to be added to the list and receive further information as it becomes available.

Regards to All.

Angus

Waiver and Safety Rules

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.

  • You are riding at your own risk!
  • All road rules and traffic signals must be followed.
  • A helmet must be worn. It’s the law.
  • You should have liability insurance to cover any potential accidents.
  • All participants must ride single file and in bike lanes where available.
  • Highly visible clothing should be worn at all times while riding.
  • Pass only on the left when it is safe to do so. Passing or pulling up to riders on their right is not permitted.
  • Use of headphones or cell phones while riding is not permitted.

By clicking “AGREE” you acknowledge that you ride at your own risk and comply with the safety rules.