The highly anticipated Biketober initiative is back, and RACV is encouraging everyone to get on their bikes to join in on the fun.
Biketober is a partnership between RACV, Love to Ride, and the City of Melbourne, challenging participants to log as many rides as possible during the month of October.
On the mission to get the world on bikes, the month-long initiative is for everyone, including friends, families, and workplaces alike.
Registration is free for workplaces in participating areas, including Whittlesea, Ballarat, Banyule, Bendigo, Stonnington, Maribyrnong, Merri-bek, Geelong, Boroondara, Kingston, and Melbourne.
All other workplaces can join at a 50 per cent discount, and individuals can participate for free.
RACV General Manager Mobility Julia Hunter said that RACV was a proud partner of Biketober.
“We’re proud to support this initiative and help businesses create healthier and more environmentally conscious workplaces,” she said.
“Biketober Victoria has proven to be a great tool for businesses to encourage employees to boost their physical activity, which in turn improves fitness, mental health, and overall wellbeing. It’s also a fantastic opportunity for those that have never even jumped on a bike to do so in a fun, collaborative, and safe environment.”
Last year, Biketober supported thousands of Victorians to take up bike riding, or to ride more often. The results were compelling with 59 per cent of new riders reporting riding more frequently after the challenge.
“RACV supports active transport and believes in its benefits not only for individuals, but for our environment and transport networks,” Ms Hunter said.
“That support for bike riders can be seen in our services like RACV Bike Assist, which is free for the first year for Biketober participants.”
Ms Hunter also encouraged bike riders and new Biketober participants to use the Arevo app, developed by RACV, to help plan their journey and find the safest bike route.
Whittlesea residents wanting to participate can find more information at www.lovetoride.net/whittlesea?locale=en-AU.
