Bike repair group aims to keep cyclists safe with weekly free services [Video]

Cycling safely is easier in Kitchener thanks to a group of volunteers armed with wrenches, bike stands and plenty of oil.

“We are providing a free bike repair service here in [Victoria Park] with a specific focus on vulnerable people that are counting on bikes to get to the grocery store, to get to school, to work, to apply for jobs, just to get around the region,” said Darin White, volunteer with Red Raccoon Bike Rescue.

Red Raccoon Bike Rescue is helping cyclists keep their bikes in top shape. Every Saturday, Tuesday and Wednesday a group of volunteers offers a free bike repair program.

“Red Raccoon Bike Rescue has been around for four years now,” White explained. “We kind of have half of folks doing DIY with our assistance and then we have half of folks working as a bike mechanic.”

White also explained the meaning behind the group’s name.

“As the story was told to me, we are …