Archives from Ben Chaddock
Nov. 19, 2015
iRide Coaching Course
Over the weekend of Nov 8th, iRide coordinator Ben Chaddock ran an NCCP Let's Ride and Basic Cycling Skills course for new community-level coaches in Vancouver. Participants included a diverse mix, with six adult …
Nov. 19, 2015
iRide Thanks You!
Cycling BC's iRide program is finalizing its 2016 strategy and as we move into a more sustainable model, our expansion wouldn't be possible without the support of donors like you. This support ranges from …
Nov. 12, 2015
iRide @ Aldergrove
iRide's Vancouver crew ventured out to Aldergrove last week, welcoming new apprentice coach and local U23 racer Jackson Pickell. The crew was led by head coach Wes "Tubs" Ochitwa and assisted by Zayne Heyes, with …
Nov. 4, 2015
iRide @ Surrey
Last week iRide's Vancouver head coach Wes "Tubs" Ochitwa started full, 4-day programs again in the Lower Mainland area with a visit to Fleetwood Secondary's Grade 9 classes. All in all, five classes took …
Oct. 28, 2015
iRide Weekend Events
This week Cycling BC's iRide team partnered with two local groups, the Delta Girl Guides Chapter and the Hope Community Center to offer weekend programs while the Comox valley program finished for the 2015 …
Oct. 22, 2015
iRide @ Vancouver Island
This week Cycling BC's iRide team traveled to Vancouver Island for a special session at Kelset Elementary in Sydney, BC while sessions in Comox continued to roll. Head coach Ben Chaddock traveled to Victoria …
Oct. 15, 2015
iRide Rolls Again!
Cycling BC's iRide program has restarted this autumn with in-school events rolling out in the Comox Valley and coaching certification events taking place in Kimberly, BC. Local head coach, Lauren Lan, reports from her …
Sep. 18, 2015
iRide @ Whistler Gran Fondo
This week Cycling BC's iRide program teamed up with the RBC Whistler GranFondo to provide a FREE community event for 75 students in Whistler, BC. As part of the annual Family Fundo event, iRide stepped in …
Sep. 18, 2015
iRide @ SORCE Kid’s Race
On Sunday September 13th, the Surrey Off-Road Cycling Enthusiasts ran their annual Kid's Fun Race Day. iRide coordinator Ben Chaddock joined the festivities and donated the small stunts created in part for the Whistler Gran …
Sep. 18, 2015
Whistler Cyclocross
The next race in the Cyclocross Premier Series is Cyclocross Whistler. Whistler’s burgeoning Cyclocross scene hosted a CX race for 2014 and has now developed a new course to lend credence to racing in …
Aug. 27, 2015
Win a Mercedes-Benz Smart Ebike
In support of Cycling BC's iRide program, Mercedes-Benz Vans Vancouver has donated a Smart Ebike. Valued at $3,000.00 and powering riders to speeds of 60 kph, Smart's new electronic bike will help iRide supporters …
Aug. 19, 2015
iRide @ Bear Trax
This upcoming week, Cycling BC's iRide team is headed to Victoria's Bear Mountain for a week long summer camp. In preparation for the summer camp iRide's Victoria coaches, Adam Walker and Glen Polson teamed up …