As we go to press, Activ8 is officially over for another year.

Did you Activ8 and take advantage of the rides and generally good weather to get active once more after winter? In the coming months there will be huge opportunities to do a Bike North ride and benefit from the physical and mental health benefits of cycling. Check the calendar regularly and register for a Bike North ride to enjoy the experience.

During the month of Activ8, our incredible Ride Leaders list 63 rides! Well done.

This allowed members to participate 525 times, which is not bad from a membership of just over 450. More importantly, 97 members joined a Bike North ride more than once and have become eligible for the draw to win one of two $50 vouchers. The draw will take place later this week and winners notified before names are published in the next Chain Reaction.

Well done to all who participated and please ride safely.

Brian Lynne

Will you saddle up for the commute on Wednesday 14 October?

National Ride To Work Day is Australia’s biggest celebration of commuter riding. It’s an opportunity to encourage new riders to try riding to work and celebrate those who already commute by bike.

This year Bicycle NSW will celebrate by joining the Balmain Bike Bus for a ride across the Anzac Bridge, before meeting the Parliamentary Friends of Active Transport at NSW Parliament.

There's more. This year we have set up a fun Ride to Work Day Bingo game to help you wheel in to work with a smile - an maybe win a prize!