16 shots from Vancouver's first Our Cityride (PHOTOS)

A pedal-powered event meant to “celebrate the spirit of local communities” took over the streets of Yaletown this weekend, during Vancouver’s first Our Cityride event.

Billed as a “non-competitive all inclusive mass participation ride” the inaugural event kicked off in David Lam Park and brought together cycling enthusiasts of all ages and abilities.

Here are 16 photos from Vancouver’s first Our Cityride event:

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#VPD Traffic Officers helping ensure safe passage for everyone at the first #ourcityride #Vancouver pic.twitter.com/AqeoiQGUOV

— @VPDTraffic (@VPDTrafficUnit) August 20, 2017

How about this #gcnhack #ourcityride Vancouver pic.twitter.com/WL79JcGFVU

— Al Macmichael (@almacmichael) August 20, 2017

Waiting to go! #OurCityRide #Vancouver pic.twitter.com/AFlLzbeynO

— Our Cityride (@OurCityride) August 19, 2017

Beautiful day for a ride #OurCityRide #Vancouver – starts in 30 minutes! pic.twitter.com/ybHlNuyiEV

— Our Cityride (@OurCityride) August 19, 2017

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