Ride for Project Saving Legs™

Event Details

Date: Friday, August 9, 2024
Location: Vineland Estates Winery, 3620 Moyer Road, Vineland, ON L0R 2C0

Attire:

Please come dressed for the ride. Dressing facilities are limited, it is best to come dressed for the day.
A proper road bike in good condition is required for this route.

Food and Parking:

Breakfast will be available at registration for 8:30 a.m.

Parking at the winery is available and we ask all participants to please drink responsibly.

Weather:

Should the ride be cancelled due to inclement weather we will notify everyone at 6am. Lunch will be on regardless.

Safety and Etiquette Principles for the Ride for Project Saving Legs™:

1. Obey the law – All Ride for Project Saving Legs participants shall obey the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario. Follow traffic lights. Stop at stop signs. Signal your turns.
2. Wear a helmet – Every Ride for Project Saving Legs participant is required to wear a helmet. Sunscreen and sunglasses are also recommended. Aerobars are not allowed.
3. Ride tight and to the right – Ride as close to the right side of the road as it is safe to do. Never cross the yellow line or ride into on-coming traffic
4. Pass on the left – As you approach a cyclist, let them know you’re there. Tell them you will be passing and always pass on the left.
5. No more than 2 by 2 – When riding in a group, ride no more than 2 people wide. In heavily trafficked areas on hilly roads, always ride single file.
6. Call out hazards – When riding in a group, always call out hazards. Point at pot holes. Shout “Car Back” or “Car Up” if cars are passing or approaching.
7. No passing on hills – Whether uphill or downhill, there shall be no passing on hills. If you want to go faster, move to the front before the hill. Use your breaks- that’s the reason you have them.
8. Be careful in the rain – Wet conditions cause slick conditions. Avoid riding on painted road surfaces and manhole covers. Try to stay 10m back from the rear of all vehicles.
9. No half wheeling – When riding in a group, do not overlap your front wheel with the rear wheel of the rider in front of you. Stay at least 1m behind the rear wheel.
10. Find your pace – There are cyclists of every level participating in the Ride for Project Saving Legs. Challenge yourself or take it easy, but find the right paced group. Don’t force groups to speed up or slow down for your pace.
11. Focus on riding – Look ahead. Use common sense when grabbing a water bottle or energy bar. Don’t turn and talk while you are riding with someone.
12. Hold your line – When riding in a group and turning, remember to stay on the same path. Don’t cut people off beside you or behind you.
13. Ask for advice – If you are new to cycling in a group, don’t be afraid. Ask for advice. Stay to the back until you are comfortable and gain experience.
14. Be courteous and polite – No matter what you see on the road, always be respectful. Remember that everything you do reflects on the hospital and cyclists in the group.
15. No one gets left behind – No matter the pace, no single rider shall be left alone. If the pace is too strong or a rider is not feeling well, another group member shall always accompany the rider home.