Cycling Day with Peltsi
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Vaasa’s best ever cycling summer will kick off with a family-friendly cycling event.
Programme:
⭐ Featuring Mikko ‘Peltsi’ Peltola
Meet Peltsi at the Market Square – sit down for a chat over some coffee brewed on an open fire!
At 11 and 12 – Peltsi will share his top cycling tips and stories on stage.
At 13.15 – A group bike ride led by Peltsi. The route is about 5 kilometres long, and it will take approximately an hour. The pace will be relaxed, ensuring that everyone can keep up. Please note: to participate, you will need your own bike and a cycling helmet. All participants must follow traffic regulations.
🔧 Theme: Get your bike ready
Bicycle inspections at the Finnish Road Safety Council Liikenneturva stand. Come and find out if your bike passes the inspection!
Service your bike with guidance from a professional at the maintenance point. Spare parts are subject to a charge.
🎯 Activities for all ages
Put your skills to the test on the pump track and skills course! You can use your own bike, or one of the kick bikes or skateboards available to borrow.
Have a go at throwing an American football at the Wasa Royals stand.
Check out the latest children’s bikes at the Stadium display stand.
Try out the latest bike models and test ride electric bikes! Local bike shops Salama Bikes, Cycli, and Viertola will showcase their products.
Vaasan maastopyörävuokraus offers electric bikes for test rides.
The Trail Riders Vaasa mountain biking club will showcase its activities.
Maintenance is provided by Wasabike and Cycli.
Representatives from Vaasa City’s Welfare Unit and Youth Services will attend the event, bringing along a kick bike and scooters to try out. Members of the Youth Council will also be available.
ViaDia will be selling crepes and campfire coffee.
Red Cross first aid station and Nalleneuvola Teddy Bear Hospital.