And we were there to capture all of the fun on camera, and chat to those taking part. Flick through our pictures from the weekend and see if you can spot any familiar faces.
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More than 100 people took part in the family leg of the Big Bike Ride on Saturday, June 15. Photo: Tim Richardson
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The conditions on Saturday, June 15 were just right for a bike ride! Photo: Tim Richardson
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Mayor of Sunderland David Snowdon and consort and fellow Councillor Dianne Snowdon with Everyone Active mascot Roary at the start of the Active Sunderland's BIG Family Bike Ride at Herrington Country Park. Photo: Tim Richardson
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