Kidical Mass Perth & Kinross

10/10/2026

Bit late posting, but great to have a new parent and child at last week's kidical mass 🚴🚴‍♀️

05/09/2026

Lovely day for a bike ride 🚴‍♀️🚴

11/08/2026

Police are appealing for witnesses after hit and run.

The van did not stop after colliding with the woman on the A822.

09/08/2026

Does your school have a bike bus? What do you think of them? We think they are excellent. However, in a city with good bicycle infrastructure, children could cycle with their friends without needing adult stewards. That is our ultimate goal!

Bike buses are an increasingly popular way for children to travel safely to school - and kids just seem to love them... 🚲

"I love the bike bus because it's always really friendly!" says a new convert.

Bike buses are when kids travel in a large group on bikes, escorted by adults, stopping for pickups and drop-offs along the way.

They started in Spain and Portugal a few years ago, but they're really catching on in the US thanks to Sam, 'Coach' Balto.

Sam, a PE teacher, set up his first bike bus in Portland, Oregon, back in 2022.

He began with just five to 10 children, and a handful of volunteers, but the idea became so popular that, within three months, a third of the school was cycling in.

He's since set up Bike Bus Worldwide, with celebrities like American singer and actor Justin Timberlake and Swedish pop star Zara Larsson joining in.

Sam says bike buses have many benefits.

"[They're] a really wonderful way to help build kids' independence... They do better academically. They get in trouble less. They have better social relationships. And you get the fresh air."

On a bike bus in London, UK, Charlotte Claydon leads about 20 children in fluorescent bibs like a mother duck and her little ducklings.

Charlotte says she used to drive her kids to school, but found the school run very stressful - and then she found out about Sam.

"There were images of this guy with what looked like 200 kids shouting, singing, laughing. It looked like a disco on wheels," she says.

Charlotte set up a bike bus to her local school, and the kids love it.

"It's kind of fun because you can see like everyone riding, talking and riding with your friends and stuff," says one child.

"You can ride along with all your friends and you can chat and you don't have to be worried about all the cars," says another child.

Liam Frost, the head teacher at Primrose Hill Primary School, says he loves seeing the children arriving on the bike bus to whistles and music.

"You see a wave of smiles going down the street" he says. "It's massively empowering for the children as well, to be reclaiming the streets."

🎧 The Happy Pod: https://bbc.in/4fxDStP

01/08/2026

Lots happening in Perth today, but a few of us made time for a quick bike ride around Perth City Centre. Join us next on 5th September.

04/07/2026

Lovely to have one of our old regulars come along with a glorious unicorn helmet and matching wellies!

08/06/2026

Are you interested in bike packing? The bike station is organising this talk 👇🚴🚴‍♀️

Ready to take your cycling adventures beyond the day ride?

Join us for 'The Bike Station Presents: An Intro to Bikepacking' a practical and inspiring session designed for anyone curious about bikepacking, touring, and overnight adventures by bike.

Whether you’re completely new or looking to build confidence before your first trip, we’ll cover:
✔️ What gear you actually need
✔️ How to pack your bike
✔️ Route planning tips
✔️ Beginner-friendly advice from experienced riders

Perfect for commuters, weekend riders, and adventure seekers alike.

📍 Spaces are limited — book your ticket now:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-bike-station-presents-an-intro-to-bikepacking-tickets-1990089612603

06/06/2026

Another good bike ride at Kidical Mass this morning - join us at the next one on 4th July 🚴🚴‍♀️

05/06/2026

Last Saturday was Pedal on Parliament, this Saturday is Kidical Mass Perth and Kinross! Join us at Perth Farmers' market, 9.45am for a 10am start.

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24/05/2026

Yay for the Bike station and Pitcairn Primary school cyclists 🚴‍♀️🚴