Frocks On Bikes
Frocks On Bikes
Spokes Canterbury members are supporting the launch of the Christchurch Chapter of the FROCKS ON BIKES as part of the 350.org international day of climate change action. The launch is on Labour Weekend, Saturday 24th October (2-5pm) at Victoria Square.
There's a City cycle promenade leaving Victoria Square at 2.30pm, (catch that Train!), “Catcycle” think fashion parade featuring fantastic newly imported “Dutch Style” bikes, and Chalky Digits' clothing plus interesting fashion categories (such as rejigged skirts/dresses), entertainment, and spot prizes including clothing, baskets, & a lovely retro style recycled bike. There will be food stalls and coffee. The MC is social media guru and environmentalist, Kaila Colbin of Missing Link. http://www.missinglinknz.co.nz
Spokes Canterbury will have a presence helping at the event. It's hoped the event encourages more women to think about cycle commuting as the obvious transport option in our beautiful Christchurch FLAT urban landscape. Men are invited wearing stylish, everyday clothing. Frocks on Bikes aims to raise awareness that cycling can be done in NORMAL and beautiful clothing and to debunk the perception that in order to cycle commute you need specialized clothing. Guys are welcome - wear your good garb.
For more information email frocksonbikeschristchurch [at] gmail [dot] com or visit http://www.frocksonbikes.org including for other upcoming events around New Zealand.
Thanks to the Wellington Frocks on Bikes for use of the logo and support for our event. Auckland women are also planning an event see the Frocks on Bikes website for more information.
Want to help out?
- We need marshals for the bike promenade (need to be able to fix punctures)
- People to do basic bike checks and maintenance (punctures, tyres, chains)
- People to help out on the Spokes Canterbury table (to talk about the City Maps & routes for people keen to get back on their bike, possible help organise a bike buddy scheme)
