WestCycle Subscriber e-News: February
Latest happenings from the peak body for all forms of bike riding in Western Australia.
Women on Wheels aims to encourage and inspire more women to ride. It’s for women, trans and non-binary people who are live in Western Australia and are interested in bike riding in all its forms.
Looking to learn how to ride, but not sure where to start?
The WOW Introductory Learn to Ride Program consists of 4 weeks of workshops to introduce women who have no experience to bike riding, covering all the beginner topics and aims to progress you through to being confident to continue once the program ceases.
The sessions will cover the following topics: Preparing to ride, Skill assessment and development, Traffic awareness, and Basic bike maintenance. Be the first to know about our upcoming programs by following us on socials.
Ready to take your cycling skills to the next level? We’ve launched a brand-new workshop designed to support women who are new to road cycling and want to master the art of clipping in and out of their bike pedals.
Guided by experienced female instructors, this session will help you build confidence, improve your bike handling skills, and get you comfortable with using clip-in pedals. Whether you’re nervous about starting or simply need some tips and practice, this workshop is the perfect environment to learn and grow.
Each workshop includes hands-on guidance in a supportive, women-only setting, techniques for safely clipping in and out of your pedals, tips to build confidence and reduce anxiety about falls, and a chance to connect with other women new to road riding.
See our upcoming workshops below. Be the first to know about our upcoming programs by following us on socials.
If you’ve ever thought of giving mountain biking a go, there’s never been a better time!
The WOW Introductory Mountain Bike Program consists of 3-4 weeks of workshops to introduce women who have no experience to mountain biking, covering all the beginner topics and aims to progress you through to being confident to continue once the program ceases.
Follow the WOW Facebook page to be the first to know about future program dates.
Are you part of a women’s social ride, club, or group? Register your rides here to help more women discover and join your community. Let’s make it easier for women to connect, ride, and enjoy the journey together!
Before setting out, it’s important to make sure you’re ready for the road ahead. Western Australia has some amazing cycling-friendly infrastructure, but safety is still key:
Don’t forget to carry a basic repair kit, including a tire pump and patch kit. A little preparation can save you a lot of hassle on the road.
Latest happenings from the peak body for all forms of bike riding in Western Australia.
Gender-sensitive cycling infrastructure alone are not enough to shift the female cycling participation needle, according to a recent French study.
In just its second year the Boekemans Machinery | Case IH Bike It To Ballidu Gravel festival took out the SportWest Community Sport Event of the Year at the WA Sport Awards at Optus Stadium last night.
Latest happenings from the peak body for all forms of bike riding in Western Australia.
The State government through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries is a major supporter of the Women on Wheels program in Western Australia. Sport and recreation creates vibrant, inclusive and connected WA communities.
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The State Government through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries and Lotterywest are major supporters of WestCycle in Western Australia. Sport and recreation creates vibrant, inclusive and connected WA communities.
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.
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.