As Sask. spring biking season starts, here's how to hit the road and some fun things to do | CBC News With the roads finally clear of snow in large swaths of Saskatchewan, and it finally starting to feel like spring, many are ready to hit the road on two wheels and kick off the biking season.

Don't forget:
Spring BYXE Week in Saskatoon!
May 9 - 17!!!
😀❤️🚲

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Cyclists pedaling up a path in Saskatoon, SK with the Traffic Bridge and South Saskatchewan River in the background.

"I want to cycle BUT..." - safety concerns? Fitness worries? Don't know where to ride?

BYXE Week (May 9-17) gets it.

Guided rides, family activities & zero judgment - just bikes & community.

You're more ready than you think! 🚲💚
#byxe #yxe

Figure 1. Bicycle share of trips in New York City, London, Paris, and Berlin, 1990–2023. Note: the actual years vary slightly by city, as follows: New York: 1990,2000, 2010, 2019, 2022; London: 1993, 2000, 2010, 2019, 2022; Paris: 1990, 2000, 2010, 2017, 2023; Berlin: 1992, 1998, 2010, 2018, 2023. The percentages shown in thegraphic refer to the bicycle share of all trips, all trip purposes, based on travel surveys for each city. Sources: City of Paris, 2000–2023; City of Berlin, 2003–2025;Kalender,2012; NYCDOT, 2018–2023; Pucher, Parkin, et al.,2021; TfL, 2000–2023.

This paper compares trends in cycling levels, cyclist demographics and cycling injury risk in NewYork, London, Paris and Berlin, before and after the COVID pandemic. We explore these trends inthe context of changes to policy and infrastructure before, during, and after COVID. We based ouranalysis on data from published reports, open-data portals, government websites, travel surveys,and information provided by transport planners in each city. Cycling levels in NYC, London, Paris,and Berlin increased over the three decades prior to COVID (1990–2019). As a percentage of dailytrips, bike mode share rose from 0.6% to 2.2% in New York, from 1.2% to 3.7% in London, from0.4% to 5% in Paris, and from 7% to 18% in Berlin. Cycling rates have continued to increase sinceCOVID. By 2023, bike mode shares had risen further to 3% in NYC, 4.5% in London, 11% in Paris,and 19% in Berlin. Cycling became safer in all four cities over the period 2005 to 2023, withdeclining per-trip fatality and injury rates. More and better cycling infrastructure has been acornerstone of pro-cycling efforts, especially cycleways separated from motor vehicle traffic (pro-tected bike lanes). Bike parking and bikesharing systems have expanded and improved. Car restric-tions and traffic calming have complemented pro-bike measures, for example, using infrastructureand enforcement to reduce traffic volumes and speeds in residential neighborhoods. Long-termpolitical support as well as cycling advocacy organizations have been critical to the introductionand continuation of pro-bike policies and the necessary financial investments.

Truly wild research on the change in bike mode share in NYC, London, Paris and Berlin.

Between 2000 and 2023, Paris went from 1 out of every 100 trips being on a bike to *one out of 9!*

Many people, including credible researchers, would have told you that that *could not* happen.

Wide Amsterdam street jammed with colourful cars in the 1970s.

Remember this picture, & others like it, every time you hear someone in your city say "we're not Amsterdam."

This was #Amsterdam in the 1970s.

Many of the cities we admire made tough choices regarding cars in the past, and are still making better choices today.

Better choices instead of excuses.

A long train of Saskatoon cyclists in spring.

BYXE Week is coming to Saskatoon May 9-17! 🚴‍♀️

Leisurely rides, local treats, prizes & your chance to try bike commuting. Whether you're a pro or haven't cycled since childhood - there's something for you!

#byxe #yxe

At 80 years old, he braves the Saskatchewan winter on a bicycle Retired lawyer Louis Stringer is always on the move. He regularly cycles the roads of his community of Gravelbourg, 200 km southwest of Regina, in summer and winter.

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YES to the Victoria Avenue active transportation improvements!!! 😀

This small map represents a step toward improved pedestrian and cyclist safety on Victoria Ave, showing one part of the recently-approved functional design elements from Saskatoon administration.

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Urban Truth Collective: Straight Talk About The Joy Of Cities In An Age Of Disinformation — Streetsblog USA The Three Tenors of Urbanism explain their latest effort: The Urban Truth Collective.

“We’re going to share the truth persuasively, create campaigns & brands that break through the noise and support better decisions, and go straight at the liars & lying campaigns. We’ve let the lies be far too successful, and that’s significantly hurt our cities. No more.” Us, in @usa.streetsblog.org

Thanks to everyone who joined the first ever Cupcake Slow Roll!

You never know for sure what's going to pop up on a slow roll, even when the title offers a good clue.

On Sat, Apr 25th we'll be running "The Easter Egg Hunt" Slow Roll. 🙂

Save the date and have fun.

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Image with three smiling people in matching blue shirts standing just off the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon. The caption says "We're Hiring! Bike Valet Supervisor."

We're hiring a Bike Valet Site Supervisor for 2026!

Wanted: an energetic and personable to operate the Bike Valet between May and Sept at many Saskatoon festivals and events.
Part-time/casual contract position.
Apply by April 5th.
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It’s a story about how millions of people — locals and visitors alike — are choosing two wheels over four, and what happens when cities finally begin to give them the safe space and the bike shares to do it.
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This strategy is not limited to national-level politics.

Poster, Spring Cycling Open House Apr 12 Abstractions 2pm to 5pm

#YQRbike Open House on Apr. 12 Sunday at Abstractions Cafe.

Come join all your favorite local cycling clubs and bike stores at our All Ages and All Abilities Spring Cycling Open House.

Learn about each club's initiatives like bike repair workshops, group rides, and advocacy!

Group of cyclists riding up the Broadway Bridge in Saskatoon, SK.

Cupcakes and cycling? YES PLEASE! 😋

Join the "Cupcake" Slow Roll this coming Sat, Mar 28, 2026!

We'll have cupcakes and a simple decoration station so you can customize your treat after the ride!

Where: Gather Local Market
When: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Time: Ride departs at 2PM

Now THAT’S an ad for great city-building!

Congratulations to new Paris Mayor @egregoire.bsky.social! We have such high hopes for the inspiration Paris will continue to give to cities around the world! And thank you again to his now legendary predecessor Mayor @annehidalgo.bsky.social! #UrbanTruth

Paris said au revoir to cars. Air pollution maps reveal a dramatic change. Air pollution fell substantially as the city restricted car traffic and made way for parks and bike lanes.

“Air pollution fell substantially as Paris restricted car traffic and made way for parks, people-streets and bike-lanes.”

Better for the climate, better for health, better for livability and quality of life.

Common sense.

Such a no-brainer, it’s remarkable that more cities HAVEN’T done the same.

The sun is setting on winter 2025/2026!

Before we cross into astronomical season of spring, we'd like to thank the City of Saskatoon for doing such a stellar job of keeping the trails cleared this winter. It's appreciated. 😊

Also, start saving some dates: Spring BYXE Week 2026 is May 9 - 17!

Media & police commonly report that “speed wasn’t a factor in a crash.” What they mean is the driver wasn’t technically breaking the speed limit, or at least not too much.

But speed is ALWAYS a factor, in how much distance is needed to stop, how well crash victims can be seen, and whether they die.

The Right and Wrong Ways to Lock Your Bike.
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Saskatoon will need a compromise to improve safety on Millar Avenue, stakeholders say | CBC News North Saskatoon Business Association executive director Keith Moen and Warrick Baijius, who represents pedestrian advocacy group Walking Saskatoon, discussed the issues in a sit-down interview with CB...

This is not an accurate framing of the Millar/51st conversation.

The only thing that stands to be compromised here is safety itself.

If business is "all about safety" they should support the changes without reservation.

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A collage of cyclists and cycling pictures taken during Saskatoon's Winter BYXE Week, February 7 - 15, 2026.

Thank you, Saskatoon, for a great Winter BYXE ("bikes") Week!!

Cyclists of all ages took part in the Scavenger Hunt, Bike to Work Day, Social Media contest, and our slow rolls. Businesses donated prizes and staffed commuter stations. It was a show of community.

Stay tuned for Spring BYXE Week! 😀

Our Strategic Alliance with Saskatoon Cycles @saskatooncycles.org began when Chris taught CAN-BIKE cycling education. We have a foundation of legitimate cycling education and found 🚲 friends. 🛡️🌿 #SaskatoonCycles #CANBIKE #YXE #Sustainability #AlbertaBikeSwap #StrategicAlliance #SafeCycling

It's the final day of Winter BYXE Week 2026, but there are still activities afoot until BYXE concludes!

You've got time to get out on your bike, snap some selfies, do a task or two on the Scavenger Hunt, and explore the city.

Get your last-minute details here: saskatooncycles.org/winter-byxe/

BYXE Week continues!

The Social Media Contest and Scavenger Hunt run until midnight Feb. 15th. Earn those prize entries!

The last BYXE slow roll is Sat, Feb. 14 at 2PM. We will depart from Gather.

BCBC open house is TONIGHT (Fri, Feb. 13) from 6:30PM to 8:30PM.

saskatooncycles.org/winter-byxe/

In just a few hours, Winter Bike to Work Day 2026 will begin!

It's an annual day of fun and celebration of winter cycling and commuting, and Saskatoon establishments step up every year.

Come check out their offerings for commuters like you! 😀

More details at saskatooncycles.org/winter-byxe/#btwd

Cycle infrastructure in the Netherlands.

The cycleway continues across the side road, clearly signalling that drivers must give way. At the roundabout, both the cycleway and pedestrian crossings have priority, so motorists yield again.

Simple design, clear rules, safer streets.

Thursday, Feb. 12 is Bike to Work Day 2026! 😀❄️🚲

A bounty of friendliness, hot drinks, and tasty snacks await your commute to work, school, or play on Bike to Work Day!

Check out our handy map to plan for the best stop or stops on your trip: saskatooncycles.org/winter-byxe/#btwd

It's Winter BYXE week in #Saskatoon! 🚲❄️

"We may be tilting toward spring, but we aren't there yet.
No one knows that better than your neighbourhood winter cyclist. Sarah Robbins joins Saskatoon Morning to talk about the joys of #wintercycling."

#winterbiking

The bollard hasn’t moved a single inch. Total domination.
#WorldBollardAssociation

Fantastic. 😀