TYPE OF BIKES

Minimum condition - Road worthy and fit for purpose

Your bike (in good working order with a bell)
Helmet (mandatory and it's the law)
Lights (front & rear are advisable for added visibility)
Covered shoes, ie runners or sneakers, no thongs or bare feet
Water bottle
Sun tan cream & weather protective clothing in case it rains or gets cold
All bikes must be roadworthy and well-maintained.

TYPES OF CHILDREN'S BIKES (2YO -17YO)

Toddlers - Bike Seat

Kids - 20" bike

Kids - tamdem

Kids - 24" bike

BIKE SUITABILITY FOR NEIGHBOURLY RIDE

For everyone’s safety, only standard, roadworthy bicycles are permitted on Neighbourly Rides.

Group riding relies on predictability, stability, and clear communication. Bikes that significantly alter rider position, handling, or visibility can impact the safety of both the rider and others in the group.

Let’s all help make Neighbourly Ride welcoming, fun, and safe for every rider.

Pre-ride safety check (recommended for all):

Brakes function well on both wheels
Tyres inflated and in good condition
Bell or warning device fitted
Lights (if low visibility is expected)
Chain and gears running smoothly
No sharp or protruding accessories/li>

If your bike doesn’t meet the safety standards above, or if a Ride Leader has concerns, we may ask you to sit this ride out—for the safety of everyone involved.

✅ Allowed:

Standard pedal bikes (hybrid, commuter, road, mountain)
Step-through bikes
Folding bikes (must be stable and full-size)
E-bikes (pedal-assist only, capped at 25km/h, no throttle-only acceleration)
Cargo bikes (front- or rear-loading, if operated confidently in group)
Bikes with child seats or trailers (rider must be experienced; child safely secured)
Trikes (must be suitable for shared paths and operated confidently within a group setting)

❌ Not allowed:

Bikes with non-functioning brakes
Fixed-gear bikes with no front brake
Bikes with major mechanical issues (e.g. loose handlebars, faulty brakes, bald tyres)
Scooters, skateboards, or micro-mobility devices
E-bikes with unrestricted speeds or throttle-only operation
Electric unicycles or hoverboards
Recumbent bikes or hand cycles that reduce rider visibility in a group
Modified bikes that:

Extend the wheelbase significantly (making cornering or stopping difficult)
Increase the height of the rider well above eye-level (impairs communication and visibility for others)
Alter the centre of gravity in a way that increases instability