The annual Sustrans event encourages pupils, parents and teachers to take the journey to school on two wheels.
But we thought we would go further and dig out a whole collection of bike-themed photos from the Shields Gazette archives.
So here you go with a series of brilliant biking reminders – from charity challenges to fitness projects. Take a look and then get in touch to tell us more.
5. A challenge for Ernest
Mayor Ernest Gibson raised awareness of outdoor pursuits when he did a double pedal-paddle challenge in 2013. He headed from South Shields Town Hall, canoeing across the River Tyne then cycling through North Tyneside. Photo: Stu Norton
6. All for charity in 2010
Supporters of South Shields FC were cycling coast to coast to raise money for the club 11 years ago. Were you a part of the cycling team? Photo: Stu Norton
7. In the saddle in 2007
Steve Lynn's Cycle Group was pictured in 2007 but were you in the picture? And who can tell us more about the group? Photo: SN
8. That's quite a challenge!
Cyclists Simon Fullerton, Rex Earnshaw and Darren Robson were getting ready to cycle coast to coast in 2007 as part of an Argos challenge. Who can tell us more about this South Tyneside scene from 14 years ago? Photo: SN