We’re off to Alexandra Gardens!! In the heart of the City of Melbourne this iconic start/finish and festival location will provide a fantastic venue for the Portfolio Partners Around the Bay in a Day. The City of Melbourne is getting behind the event this year founding the Melbourne Cycling Festival. As part of the growth of the event, the GO Bike Expo will be happening all weekend. GO Bike will bring the bicycle world to you – see below for more details.
We’ve received over 8,500 entries so far and the numbers are growing every day. Rally your friends, family and colleagues to join Australia’s premier bike challenge.
Michelin Boosts Signage
Michelin has an iconic involvement with the Tour de France and was born out of cycling. We are delighted that they are on the ride with us this year.
As part of our commitment to improve the route and overall safety of the ride, Michelin will be helping us provide 25km milestone markers and other event related signage. Michelin will also be providing mechanical support at the four main rest areas (Frankston, Sorrento, Queenscliff and Geelong) and at the start / finish area at Alexandra Gardens.
Make Training Part of Your Day
Michael Alder, Senior Design Draftsman at Arup, a global consulting firm, has discovered a convenient way to incorporate regular training into his busy work-life schedule. Michael, who lives in Forest Hill and commutes daily to the city, covers 200-280 km per week and he doesn't have to wait until the weekend to get training. "I often don't get a chance on the weekend. There are always so many other things to fit in." Michael heads up Arup's 40-strong Around the Bay in a Day team and is looking forward to encouraging colleagues around the country to join him on National Ride to Work Day on 17 October this year.
All Under One Roof
This year as part of the celebrations happening at Alexandra Gardens, Bicycle Victoria is hosting the GO Bike Expo which aims to capture as many aspects of the “cycling world” as possible from racing, recreation, health, transport, clubs, tours, equipment/products and the environment. Make sure you set aside some time during the weekend to see what there is on offer. It is open to the public from 10am to 5pm on 20-21 October and entry is free. Tell your friends and family.
Learn the Moves
Because this event is growing, it is important to lift the standard of bunch riding.
If you are just starting out or you are a little bit rusty, riding in a big bunch of riders can be both exhilarating and a little daunting.
We have teamed up with TriFitness to bring you bunch riding training clinics. The clinics cost $10 per person and last for around 75 minutes. They are a great way to meet some fellow Around the Bay in a Day riders and have fun while improving your skills. For details, go to the TriFitness website.
Stand Out from the Crowd
Match up your Free Event Jersey with our merchandise. Order yours online today.
Teams - SCODY is our Official 2007 Teams Uniform Supplier - they can make your team stand out from the crowd! Visit their website for information about team clothing and for all your training gear or phone the SCODY team on 1300SCODY1 (1300726391).
Can We Beat Last Year?
The final fundraising amount is in for 2006 - an incredible $496,872.03! That is a lot of children who can now complete high school.
Now its time to start fundraising for 2007. Online sponsorship is available now! This means that you don't have to chase your friends for cash - they can pay on the web They just type in your name on the site - its that easy!!
Not sure how to ask friends, family and colleagues to sponsor you? For a scripted email you can cut and paste and forward onto them, go to the "How do I Fundraise?" section. Your fundraising efforts will make a huge difference to many disadvantaged Aussie kids!
Fifteen Easy Hours on the Indoor Trainer
Have you thought of using the Tour de France TV coverage as a training tool? Watch the Tour while spinning on an indoor trainer. It is the perfect way to train in the warmth and also keep up with the latest on the Tour!
Don't forget the Tour de France Breakfast. Six time Tour de France cyclist Stephen Hodge will deliver his round up of this years’ Tour and Craig Bingham and Mike Smith will let us in on their secrets for a happy workplace and a healthier life.
Tables are selling fast, so register today!
Having Fun Off the Bike
Get your family and friends to be part of the action on the day. Not only will they have fun, but you will get benefits too. If you sign up a friend or family member as a volunteer you will receive priority access to the Queenscliff and Sorrento ferries. Sign up more than one and you will also get access to our VIP lounge at Alexandra Gardens.
People who sign up to help by 30 August are rewarded with a bag of goodies on the day as well as knowing they are assisting YOU on your big day. Go to our website for more details.
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