Are you up for the ride?
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Cancervive Cycle Tour Dates are September 24-29, 2020 in Osoyoos, BC.
On September 24th, 2020, cyclists and volunteers and all required gear including bikes, will be transported to Osoyoos BC in rented vans. We will ride for 4 days on the beautiful routes in the south Okanagan. Cyclists will chose which of the 3 routes for each day they would like to ride. Routes will range from 50kms to 120kms. You will need a good road bike that fits well to really enjoy this experience.
September 29th, 2020 we transport everyone back to Calgary. This is the second year in a row we are going to Osoyoos. The views this time of year are stunning! Riders prefer to stay in one hotel for the entire tour, and there are many fine foods establishments to visit in and around Osoyoos which makes the tour a lot of fun. Vineyards and orchards are in full bloom at this time and usually the weather is still favourable for cycling.
Cancervive Cycle Tour is a life-changing ride in support of those affected by cancer. This annual charity bike ride benefits Wellspring Calgary and Edmonton.
The Cancervive Cycle Tour is a fully-supported ride with all nutritious food and beverages provided. Riders and volunteers stay in hotels every night and all meals are included. Support crews and vehicles include a bike mechanic, a doctor, extra support vehicles, and numerous volunteers who support the riders, transport bikes and manage aid/food stations.
Cyclists are supported with:
- Coaching, cycling tips, and a training plan
- Training rides in and around Calgary
- A personal page for fundraising
- Information and orientation nights
Training
Group rides happen on alternating Wednesday and Thursday nights at 6:30 pm in and around Calgary. They run from May to September up until the week before the Tour. To find out about ride locations, ask to be added to our Facebook Cancervive Riders Group. For questions about group rides and to be added to our rider list, email Chris at chris.cancervive@gmail.com.
Gear & Nutrition Guide
Long-time Cancervive rider, supporter, and endurance athlete Tom Ebbern has prepared a guide of simple nutrition and gear tips specific to endurance cycling. Spoiler: peanut butter sandwiches are on the ‘nice’ list.
Training Plan & Tips
Along with our many experience cyclists we have a training plan to help get you ready to have an incredible 4-day ride in September. Most importantly, have fun with your training!
Tour Kit (Clothing)
All Cancervive Cycle Tour riders receive a free jersey as part of your Cancervive Cycle Tour kit. Have a look at the sample design below. Please email me at chris.cancervive if you’d like to order any other clothing.
Cancervive Cycle Tour Schedule & Route Map—
Download Option 1 Route Map here
Download Option 2 Route Map here
Download Option 3 Route Map here
Download Option 4 Route Map here
If you are interested in riding in the tour or if you have questions, please get in touch with our General Manager, Christine Reese:
Christine Reese
General Manager
(403) 585-0056
chris.cancervive@gmail.com