Winter Wheels applications are now open! For the eighth year, B!KE’s Winter Wheels program will provide 25 aspiring cold-weather riders with equipment and support to cycle through the winter. The program provides participants with:

• a set of studded or other specialized winter tires
• six months’ access to B!KE’s Open Shop to prepare and maintain their bike
• a launch party and winter apparel fashion show
• workshops on winter riding skills and bike maintenance
• our legendary Winter Lights Glow Ride in December
• Snow Pokes group rides periodically throughout the winter
• ongoing one-on-one support and encouragement.

Program participants commit to getting out on their bike at least once a week throughout the winter and sharing their experience on social media or by other means.

Want to join our riders this year?  APPLY ONLINE HERE. Any interested City of Peterborough resident is encouraged to apply. If applications exceed the number of available spots, priority will be given to individuals who do not already have winter riding experience, who are in financial need or who represent diverse communities.

Applications close October 11. Successful applicants will be notified by October 18.

Riding a bike in the winter can be a fun, safe, and reliable way to travel. Wondering what that might look like? Check out this Winter Wheels video.

Follow our riders and learn about Winter Wheels related workshops and events on social media.
• Instagram @communitybikeshop
• Facebook @communitybikeshop
• Twitter @cyclinghubptbo
• Hashtags for great winter biking content include: #winterbikeptbo #bikeptbo #winterbike #frostbike #studdedtires #wintercommute #wintercycling

Our Funding
Winter Wheels is generously funded by the City of Peterborough.