MAY

2-3

The Spring Classic by the Moose Jaw Pavers kicks off the Saskatchewan road season.

9-31

The Giro d’italia’s grande partenza is in Hungary this year. The Italian Grand Tour is no stranger to having its first three stages abroad. In 2018, the event began in Israel (p.76).

10

The Salty Dog Enduro in Salmon Arm, B.C., is one of the earliest events in our ride guide. Check out the guide (p.28) to plan your season all the way to September.

11-15

It’s Bike to Work Week in p.e.i. The province seems to be taking its cue from the League of American Bicyclists, which has set the event for this week and Bike to Work Day on May 15. Other parts of Canada have different dates. Calgary’s Bike to Work Day is May 1, while Winnipeggers will celebrate their two-wheeled commutes in mid-june.

18

Here’s to our dear Queen Victoria and her day. During her reign, Canada was created and we honour her by marking her birthday. Technically, she was born on May 24, but we shouldn’t let a historical fact such as that get in the way of a long weekend. Let’s hope it’s warm so we can get some rides in without arm warmers.

22–24

The mountain bike World Cup in Nové Město in the Czech Republic is important for Canadian riders. It’s the final event for this country’s selection process for the Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo.