We were pleased to announce that by the time we started riding this year....the 24 riders, and even a few volunteers have already raised $330,000! With the sponsorships - the total was over $450,000 so far!
It was an early day with everyone arriving between 7am and 730am to get their stuff in support vehicles and final preparations to be completed. Each ride team sponsors a warrior, someone who has or is fighting the battle with cancer. Our warrior is Eva in the photo below - amazing women - and she shared her cancer story with everyone which brought on many tears, as well as cut the ribbon to officially start the ride.
As one of our sponsors for the event....we somehow managed a group photo in front of the Mac's store across the street from the start line.
The Wellspring drummers were out in full force providing some fantastic background music as we set off...
My teammates...Keith, Neil, Melinda, and Tom...along with our van with our bikes packed and ready to go to our first transition point near Ancaster.
Yes....Muscle Milk provided some riding nutrition....which we plan to drink lots....and my new favourite - Powerbar Energy Blasts!
For the first day...each team rides 60km as a warmup and learning day to understand the logistics. Our ride took us from Ancaster to Dunnville. Sun was shining....and it was so warm....just jerseys and shorts worked perfect! Could not have asked for a better start!
Just a few more photos of the many friends and family who came out in the morning to support! Thanks all!
- Posted using BlogPress from my iPad
No comments:
Post a Comment