Frequently Asked Questions

These are the most common questions that we receive about WestCycle and cycling in and around Perth and Western Australia.

Topics

Membership

Riding

About Westcycle

Bikes

MEMBERSHIP

  • You can join WestCycle by becoming a member. Here you can explore all of our membership options!

  • Unfortunately not. Our WestCycle Ride Secure Membership includes personal accident and public liability insurance cover only. You can however receive 10% of off Velosure Bike Insurance if you're a WestCycle Member!

  • Yes! You can get both personal accident and public liability insurance cover today through our Ride Secure Membership. Click here to learn more about our insurance cover.

Riding

  • We have compiled a list of WA bike paths, cycling routes, and trail networks sorted by area HERE.

    Additionally, The Department of Transport have a great range of metro and regional online cycling maps available free to download.

    Trails WA also offer a large selection of off-road cycling trail information.

  • Of course! Register your event here, and this will be reviewed by our team and submitted on our events calendar.

  • Search for a group or club using our map here!

BIKES

  • BikeDr runs a range of different courses and events to suit your needs.

  • We strongly recommend you choose your bike from a local bike shop, avoid department stores, and ensure someone talks you through a bike to suit your needs. Not only will you be supporting a local business, you’ll have someone to go back to should you have questions in the future or need a service – and you’ll know that the bike has been assembled correctly in the first place.

  • Great news! There is a range of programs available for all abilities and age groups. Check out the “Getting Started” tab for a list of programs.

  • Look for your nearest bike shop using our Store Locator!

  • We strongly recommend that riders are insured. See your options on our membership page.

    Not only does this cover you for:

    • Third party damage
    • Third party personal injury
    • Access to legal support & services from lawyers

    It also supports grassroots advocacy and sends a strong message to decision makers.

ABOUT WESTCYCLE​

  • Most definitely yes. Have a look under the “About Us” section where we keep an up to date list of opportunities, alternatively send us an email at [email protected]

  • Great news! There is a range of programs available for all abilities and age groups. Check out the “Getting Started” tab for a list of programs.

  • Send the information through to us at [email protected] and we’ll check it out.

  • Unfortunately not. WestCycle is a not for profit organisation which does not sponsor individuals or events.

  • Becoming a WestCycle member helps us to better represent WA bike riders. However, there are many ways that you, as a member of the bike riding community, can help contribute to a bike-friendly WA. That is by engaging with local government, completing surveys, helping your workplace or school become more bike-friendly, volunteering at a local cycling club, or simply helping and encouraging a friend to learn the ropes about riding a bike in WA.

    Find out more about our philosophy and advocacy under the "advocacy" tab.

  • Sign up to the WestCycle eNews and follow us via FacebookInstagram and Twitter to keep up to date with WA cycling news.

  • No. WestCycle is a not-for-profit peak body for cycling in Western Australia supporting all disciplines of riding. We are an independent incorporated association.

STILL HAVEN’T FOUND WHAT YOU NEED?

If you still have questions then Contact Us

Tim Roach

Elected Director | Off Road

Tim has been in senior leadership and strategic development roles for more than twenty years. He is currently Director of Executive Education in the School of Business and Law at Edith Cowan University and is a past Assistant Commissioner and General Manager in the public service. He is an Accountant (FCPA) and sits on the Divisional Council of CPA Australia.

Tim has been involved in racing mountain bikes, BMX and triathlon for many years, both as a father of two children who race and as a past and current bike racer. Tim is the current over-50 State Champion in downhill mountain biking. He is also a very regular and enthusiastic transport cyclist; frequently seen in a suit and tie riding to meetings in the city on a mountain bike.

Helen Sadler

Independent Director

Helen is a Town of Cottesloe councillor and is the current Chair of WestCycle’s Transport Advisory Group.

A medical doctor, Helen is a strong active transport advocate with a focus on health outcomes and social well-being.