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Overview of biking practices
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Overview of biking practices
Discover who is cycling on our roads and explore the various cycling practices across Quebec.
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Biking as a Leisure Activity
Because it can contribute to a more social, balanced and active lifestyle, biking is one Quebecers’ favourite leisure activity, no matter their age or abilities.
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Biking, a Popular Leisure
On roads, bike paths, gravel or mountain trails, biking is a diversified activity than can be done with friends, family or a club. Whether you are looking to go beyond your limits, to tackle a technical challenge, or just for the fun of riding, everyone can find a good reason to hop on a bike. Thus, nearly 1 out of 2 Quebecers bike for recreational purposes.
Amongst Quebec’s Population
49%
of Quebecers biked for leisure at least once in 2020.
Amongst Quebec’s Cyclists
97%
of cyclists in Quebec biked at least once for recreational purposes in 2020
Amongst Children (Less than 14 y/o)
95%
of children in Quebec biked at least once for recreational purposes in 2020
Amongst Adolescents (14-17 y/o)
90%
of adolescents in Quebec biked at least once for recreational purposes in 2020
Aggregated data from the État du vélo 2020 by Vélo Québec, gathered in Poirier, A. et Thiériault, J. (2021). État de la pratique du vélo au Québec en 2020
