![]() Make sure to bring your eBike charger with you on The Ride. For some, that may mean seeking out a step-through frame. Make sure your frame is comfortable and easy to get on and off. ![]() Mounts and dismounts are where most injuries happen. Slow down earlier for stop signs and road crossings. At the lightest gear, you still have more power in each pedal stroke than a regular bicycle does. Take some time to learn how your eBike handles at lower speeds before you start cycling at higher ones.īrakes are even more important when you are on an eBike. If it’s your first time on an eBike, it might be tempting to ride at high speeds, but going fast right out of the gate is a mistake. Pedestrians and other cyclists will surely appreciate the polite warning sounds when approaching, and drivers will be made aware of your presence by your lights. We recommend outfitting your bike with a light and a bell. Drivers may not expect a cyclist to reach the speeds that an eBike can allow, disconnect could lead to potentially dangerous scenarios. Happening on Zwift and in-person around the GTA.Įvery cyclist should pay attention to traffic flow, but it’s even more critical on an eBike. If you’re embarking on your first long distance Ride, be sure to join one of our training sessions. Our Ride Guides are always available to offer resources and training tips from partners and fellow Riders who are well versed in cycling. We produce an annual safety video that we advise every Rider to watch, this will help ensure clarity on rules of the road. We enlist help from local police and volunteer motorcyclists who monitor the routes and help provide directions and signals at busy intersections. Tailing the Ride all the way to the finish line so everyone crosses safely. This support vehicle follows the last Riders out from the start line to offer support if needed. They are a phone call or quick hand signal away if you need transport to the next pit stop due to fatigue, technical breakdowns or any other reason. Volunteers in multi-passenger vans patrol the routes alongside Riders. Lunch is included at the half-way point each day.Ĭertified medical attendants and volunteers patrol Ride routes and are waiting at pit stops to help with things like pain relief and minor first aid. In the case of major repair, our Sweep Vehicle will take you to the next pit stop for full repair*Īt the start line and every 25km after that are fully supported Aid Stations with washrooms, snacks, water, and medical if needed. Our bike techs are mobile and ready to help with flats, chain breaks and other minor repairs every km of the way. Over 200km, bike breakdowns are bound to happen. Special notes: Rate includes complimentary WiFi ![]() Ride discounts are only applicable from: Friday, June 9 - Saturday, June 10, 2023 OR call the hotel directly at: 1-87 and reserve the special rate with code “Ride to Conquer Cancer” Special notes: Individual reservations require a credit card or advance deposit to be guaranteed.Ħ755 Fallsview Blvd, Niagara Falls, ON, L2G 3W7 Ride discounts are only applicable from: Thursday, June 8 - Saturday, June 10, 2023 Ride Rate Starts: Wednesday, February 15, 2023 OR call the hotel directly at: 1-80 and reserve the special rate with code “Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation – Ride to Conquer Cancer 2023” Which hotels are offering discounts this year?Ģ25 Front Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 2X3 ![]() Riders staying at Mohawk College will need to arrange their own transportation from McMaster to Mohawk on the evening of Saturday, June 10 as there will be no shuttle service available. Please note that this service is only for Sunday morning. We will provide a shuttle bus on the morning of Sunday, June 11 from Mohawk College to McMaster, in time for Riders staying at Mohawk to start Day 2 of the Ride with everyone else. Off-site dorm rooms can be booked through Mohawk College, here. Make sure to use the promo code “ RTCC23”. All dorm rooms and hotels are booked at your own cost and are in limited supply.However, you are still able to book a dorm room at Mohawk College or a room at a participating hotel – see more details below. Unfortunately dorm rooms at McMaster University are now sold out.All Riders are provided with a sleeping tent at our midway point (McMaster University).
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