Bicycle Victoria - Around the Bay in a Day - 2008
Tuesday 6 May

Dear ,

Over 6,000 people have begun their challenge by entering the Around the Bay in a Day 2008. With the 210km via Queenscliff (with ferry) and the 250km via Queenscliff (with ferry) ride options sold out, there are still another 6 ride options that will suit any ability.

Go online and register as an individual or be part of a team and share the challenge with your work colleagues or friends.

May's newsletter brings you:

- The Smith Family Fundraising Awards

- Look like a team with SCODY

- Portfolio Partners Century: Brisbane to Noosa Ride

- Win a TREK Bike

- Carbo Pasta Night

- Ride On provides plenty of inspiration on where to ride

Bike imgaeFrom the ATB Team - Michael, Peter & Jenny

The Smith Family Fundraising Awards

Congratulations to the 2007 Get Sponsored for The Smith Family challenge winners

  • Highest Team fundraiser (with more than 10 riders) – Portfolio Partners ($62,115)
  • Highest Team Fundraiser (with 10 riders or less) – Team Whisson Lake ($10,035)
  • Highest Individual Fundraiser – Gary Harvey ($37,830)
  • Highest Fundraising Team from the ‘Finance Industry’ – Portfolio Partners ($62,115)
  • Highest Fundraising ‘Motor Vehicle’ Team - Exxon Mobil Australia ($11,140)
  • Highest Fundraising ‘Big Brands’ Team – Cadbury Schweppes ($2695)
  • Highest Fundraising ‘Local Council’ Team – Whittlesea Warriors  ($3653)
  • Highest Fundraising ‘University/School’ Team – University of Melbourne  ($2695)
  • Highest Fundraising Legal Firm – Freehills ($8857.90)
  • Highest Fundraising ‘IT’ Team – SMS Management & Technology ($15,232.50)

Team riders finishingAll winners will receive the inaugural trophy from The Smith Family and will be contacted in the next week.

Congratulations to all winners and Thank you again for supporting our major partner in The Smith Family.

 

You can now start sending in your donations for the 2008 event.  Not sure where to send donations? Please send fundraising forms along with donations to The Smith Family, Reply Paid 10300, GPO Box 10300, Sydney NSW 2001.

Look like a team with SCODY

You'll need to get in quick for your SCODY corporate branded Around the Bay in a Day cycling kit that you, your colleagues and team members will love to wear, as deadlines begin 31 July (depending on design option).

TeamSCODY digital processes mean there is no restriction on the design or number of colours and even photos can be transferred to fabric with rich colour and fine levels of detail.

The fabrics breathe and transport perspiration away from the skin so that you are dry, cool & comfortable.

Download the booking form from our website, or contact SCODY for a free design concept and let them show you how easy it is. Enquire now at www.scody.com.au or call 1300SCODY1 (1300 726391).

Portfolio Partners Century: Brisbane to Noosa Ride

Get a group of friends or workmates together over the Queens Birthday long weekend and take on the Portfolio Partners Century: Brisbane to Noosa 100 Mile (160km) Ride on Sunday 8th June 2008.

Century Ride LogoFor those looking for a shorter ride then we have our 60 Mile (100km) Ride commencing at Caboolture, that follows the same course, and also finishes in Noosa.

What a way to take in all the sights and sounds of the Sunshine Coast, raise funds and revel in the knowledge that the ride takes place on a long weekend so you can have a few days break in Noosa!

For more information, visit our website at www.usmevents.com.au, email us at info@usmevents.com.au or call us on 07 5449 0711.

Win a TREK Bike

Go into the draw to win a TREK 7.3 FX Road Bike (Valued at $799) thanks to Rapido Cycles. See the bike in detail on the TREK website (type 7.3 FX into the search box on the top right).

Entry is simple and free! Just go to this quick survey to enter. See our website for Terms and Conditions.

TREK Bike

 

 

 

 

 

Carbo Pasta NightBoy eating pasta

In anticipation of your big ride, you and your team mates are welcome down to the Alexandra Gardens on Friday 17 October from 5.30pm to enjoy a delicious pasta meal.

A mouth watering selection of gourmet pasta and sauses will provide you with a full tank of fuel to burn off over the weekend's activities.

Come down and enjoy live music, and a few beverages from The Spokes bar. Or just wander around the GO Bike Expo to see what's new in the cycling world.

And wait there's more... complementary massages, thanks to Elmore Oils. Tickets are $20 per person and you can buy it online!

Want some inspiration for where to ride?

Ride On Magazine front coverRide On magazine has bike reviews, places to ride and maintenance tips. Great advice for anyone entering the Around the Bay in a Day 2008. Get your free copy and see what has Bicycle Victoria Members waiting at their mailbox every two months.

Become a Bicycle Victoria Member today!

 

 

 

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Contact Details

Bicycle Victoria
PO Box 426
Collins St West,
VICTORIA 8007

Phone
(03) 8636 8888

Fax
(03) 8636 8800

Email
atb@bv.com.au

Website
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Key Dates

23 June

Early incentive (Free Event jersey) closes

17 Sept

Transfers Cancellations and Refunds Close

3 Oct

250km, 210km, 100km Entries and 100km Transport Entries Close

17 Oct

Melbourne Cycling Festival Opens

19 Oct

2008 Around the Bay in a Day

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