Vision Impaired Riders Tandem Meetup and Ride (Beginners and volunteers welcome tandem – tandem bikes provide)
Who: Persons with all levels of vision impairment, their friends and anyone who wants to join. Volunteer pilots very welcome. Come meet some cool people and do something fun! Co-hosted by Winnipeg Trails and Vision Impaired Resource Network,.
What:
Starting at 3pm – Vision impaired riders and pilots meet up at Winnipeg Trails (BikeCheck) at the Forks for a laid back introduction to tandem riding together! First-timer riders and pilots will have a chance to learn more, try out bikes, discuss riding and communication techniques and get tips for having a fun and safe ride from experts at VIRN and other experienced community members.
4pm – Ride with a diverse group. Join the Winnipeg Trails all ages and abilities Srides that happen every Sunday at 4pm. Styled as “ride with me: explore the city ride series” this ride series is a mix of people from the community and a ton of fun. Routes are adapted to the skill set and comfort of the assembled riders. We’ll decide together how far we want to go. Great for beginners and experts alike. Expect a stop for a treat along the way!
END Back at the Forks by 6pm
Bicycles and headsets are provided. Numbers are limited but we have 7 tandems available + whomever brings their own so we can accommodate a sizeable group. FREE. Donations are welcome.
Where: Winnipeg Trails has an HQ at the Forks. We run a bike valet service called BikeCheck in a very high profile and popular area. We will meet there. It is located in the south “atrium” of the main Forks Market building. Entrance is off the main patio, 15m southwest of the outdoor bar. Look for a red carpet and big willows in red pots. There are signs at most entrances. For any help finding location on site, text or call Doris at 204-793-0245.
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Info: If you would like more info, or have any questions at all, please contact Doris at [email protected] or call/text 204-793-0245.
RSVPing is much appreciated in order to determine numbers/organize (see below), but if you are just seeing this now, and want to join, please come down!
