Come Try Tandem Biking with us!

We’re excited to announce this season’s first Try Tandem Biking event in Halifax!

ilhouette of a pair tandem cycling in front of a blue sky
ilhouette of a pair tandem cycling in front of a blue sky

Blind Sports Nova Scotia’s Tandem Bike Club invites anyone with Vision Loss interested in trying out and learning more about this inclusive recreational sport to participate.

We also welcome any friends or family members who interested in becoming a volunteer pilot.

This is a free event!

This message also serves as a notice for those looking to loan one of our 3 tandems (details below). They are now available to reserve.

Event details

When: Wednesday, May 24th. 6:30 to 8pm

Where: St Andres Community Centre Parking lot. On Barnstead Lane, off of Bayers Rd.

What: Community members with vision loss can try tandem biking in a safe & controlled environment, with experienced volunteer pilots.

Please R.S.V.P. by Sunday, May 21st

Email us at tandembikes@blindsportsnovascotia.ca

or call Jennie at 902-449-0320

or R.S.V.P to the Facebook event https://www.facebook.com/events/215174482316377/

Please bring a bicycle helmet, if you have one, and let us know if you need detailed directions, bus information, or assistance getting from a bus stop to the event location. Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions!

How it Works

Tandem biking (on a bicycle for 2), with a pilot, makes getting active in the great outdoors with friends, family, and peers more accessible for individuals with vision loss.

A pilot rides in front, steering, shifting gears, and communicating effectively with the stoker (person riding on the back seat).

Ways to Ride with Us 

Loan a Bike – We have 3 tandem bikes available for short & long-term loans to individuals with vision loss. We provide riding and safety instruction and a roster of trained volunteer pilots, or ride with a sighted friend or family member. Please contact us with a minimum of 72 hours notice.

Group Rides – We host group rides and attend community events, too. It’s a fun way to get outdoors and get active and everyone’s welcome!

Stay in touch

Email us at tandembikes@blindsportsnovascotia.ca to receive communications about upcoming group rides & other Tandem Bike Club & cycling events! You can also find us on Twitter @BlindSportsNS and Facebook: Blind Sports Nova Scotia.