The Ontario Ride to Conquer Cancer

breezy rider · breezy rider

Hey everyone, last year i got a drive to the ex, we came across lakeshore west bound and entered at the princess gates... this year i'll be coming from the airport, is there other enterances we can come into at? I know it's going to be busy any direction

Howard · Howard

................or does everyone want it to be Saturday morning 1 hour into the ride! I have no idea what to expect, I just want it to be here already! I'm so excited!

How to find your team members.... · MysteryBee

In each of the past two years, I've been a member of a Ride team.... and in each of those years it was REALLY difficult to find team members among the thousands of riders, especially on Day 1 when everyone is wearing the same jersey. This year, I have a plan: I've found an inexpensive item that will help me e...

mweerasinghe · mweerasinghe

It looks like CP24 has changed things once again, rain an Saturday. Scares the crap out of me as I don't need a crash on my $10,000 Cervelo. May have to switch my ride to the Cannondale Caad9. Anyone else worried?

dumanoir · dumanoir

Hi all, I'm specifically looking for some help from a more experienced rider. I did the ride last year for the first time, and I noticed that my back got VERY sore towards the end of the second day. This year it's gotten sore a week earlier, so I'm a tad concerned for the ride itself. What stretches can yo...

edwinlai · edwinlai

Any suggestions for Sore Muscle Recovery: 1) After Day 1 of ride, then you will be ready for the ride on next day. 2) After Day 2 of ride, then you will be ready to go for Work on next day.

twobrokenarms · twobrokenarms

How do you go down really steep hills? I'm kinda scared of falling (petrified, actually), and don't really know any techniques to do so (I don't think that riding my brakes is too safe a thing).

Sushiboy21 · Sushiboy21

I had a very discouraging training ride yesterday that began with the first 30 kms directly into a 25 kmh headwind (in the Ottawa area). It felt like my brakes were on the whole ride and sucked all my energy. Of course, on the way home, the wind changed direction slightly and abated, so I didn't get the ben...

JamesLawlor · JamesLawlor

Hello, This is my first year doing the Ride. Any suggestions for what not to forget to bring for the over night camping. Thanks!

ccfcfc · ccfcfc

Hi everyone We are riding in a group and are looking to leave a car in Niagara to get us all back again. Does anyone know of anywhere I can leave my car on Friday for a couple of nights? Will any of the hotels let a non resident pay for a couple of nights? Thanks in advance.

Ashley Costa · Ashley Costa

Hi All: Without going through 100 emails, can someone please confirm that riders start at 8am, please? Thanks!

SilverFox · SilverFox

Crap . After recommending people get their bikes to the shop last week, I'm now facing an urgent repair. Popped a spoke on my Mavic Aksium rear wheel this evening. I get to spend tomorrow finding a shop in London that can do the job before Friday afternoon. With about 10,000 km on the wheel is it worth...

oldbutcool · oldbutcool

it is a small irritant, there will be rain (according to www.weather.ca) for thursday, friday and saturday, three consecutive days. hope Sunday will be better.

oldbutcool · oldbutcool

this is my fourth time doing the Ride, and second time doing the 200M. I am not a hard core rider and i dont have enough time to train, but i like to push to my limit. I must say there were moments that i wanted to quit on the second day. The tricks i have learned in the past few times of the Ride has helped a lot...

mosquitos · mosquitos

just thought i'd start a poll out of curiosity. I'm rolling on a Cannondale road bike. Let's hear what you're using. :) myself and my team partner last year at the falls. Him on a Cervelo and me on my SuperSix Hi-Mod --...

SandieO · SandieO

I was a little disappointed that there isn't a different jersey for 200m riders to distinguish them for the cheering sections. The extra 60kms each day seems to deserve an extra nod, somehow. I saw a post noting that the bike plates indicate the distance, but mine ony have a name. Anyone?

Barrierider · Barrierider

We'll it's under a week to go!

I plan on one last long ride (100-160km) today followed by mabye a light spin class mid week just to get the legs moving! Whats everyone else planning for the fiinal week? I can't wait till Saturday. Athlo I am still feeling the affects from my cold 3 weeks ago. I think I...

equestrian56 · equestrian56

It's my very first ride and I'm starting to feel pretty nervous. I signed up with a friend (also their first ride) but for health reasons they are unable to go now, so I'm on my own. I've browsed the site here and everyone seems to know so much! It's almost like another language sometimes. Anyone else out t...

Barrierider · Barrierider

Got my 2011 jersey in the mail today. Very plain, I think I like the 2010 one better. What does everyone else think?

antihero · antihero

i went out for a 60k ride yesterday and forgot to wear sunscreen bad mistake. So word to all riders pack sunscreen and apply b4 starting the ride. Im sure all of us will be wearing cycling jerseys so you want to protect your arms legs neck and face. Thanks for reading Anti hero

adiamond · adiamond

Can someone who has riden with one of these tell me if it is noticable. Does it add drag? I am planning to do the 200 mile ride and while I don't mind having the flag on my bike to inspire others, candidly I do not really want to add the extra drag, as I think doing two days of 162 kms each will be tough enough.

Sushiboy21 · Sushiboy21

I haven't received my jersey or other check-in bumpf. I met my fundraiser goal and checked-in online only last Friday. Were the kits sent out by Canada Post? If so, how long did it take to get after checking in? I'm worried mine will get hung up if there's a postal strike Thursday night.

MysteryBee · MysteryBee

Yee-haw! With only one month to go before the big day, I've finally crossed the $5000 mark! That's $1000 over my target and DOUBLE the minimum! I'll be the first to admit that I lack the contacts or the charm to raise the HUGE dollars that some of the leading participants get, but it feels good to hit a mi...

adiamond · adiamond

I was curious about the corporate sponsors and noticed (a) Swiss Chalet has gone from previous years and that there was a company I had never heard of BionX so I went to their web site. It turns out that they are makers of electric assisted bicyles as well as kits to retrofit regular pedal bikes. This ri...

breezy rider · breezy rider

Well it finally has come... at the end of my 90 k ride yesterday i went to pick up the bike to find i had a rear tire flat ( thankfully it MUST have been at the end lol anyways i've been anxiously waiting for my first flat, and i'm glad it happend before the ride. It was ALOT easier then i thought and i found the h...

mosquitos · mosquitos

i figured i might as well try it. If you've recieved your 2011 RTCC jersey, have NOT used it and would like to trade because of the wrong size discuss with fellow riders here. i'll start it off. I have a Men's "XL" size - i'm looking to trade for a Men's "L" size. I'm located downto...

sarahfrost · sarahfrost

We have a pre-paid room available at the holiday room on the Burlington Side rd that we are not able to use. The hotel has a pool and a hotel tub. The cost is 185.00. Please email privately to ladyfrost@sympatico.ca if you are interested for arrangements.

STEWART · STEWART

Barbara and I totaly support your ride for Nanacy and every one else!

aniakarina · aniakarina

this will be my first ride and i'm a little confused as to how i will have access to any gear/belongings that are on the trucks. if it starts raining in the middle of the ride for example, and i need my rain gear, will the truck carrying everyone's belongings be stopping at the next pit stop and allowing r...

breezy rider · breezy rider

I was just thinking the other day, you have to raise the 2500 to be able to ride... But there is no incentive to actually finish the ride, i know i know there's more important things... 1 reason out of many you tell people to sponsor you is because you are doing over 200km/miles but if you don't do the ride/ o...

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	Entering the Ex on Saturday morning (Preview) Hey everyone, last year i got a drive to the ex, we came across lakeshore west bound and entered at the princess gates... this year i'll be coming from the airport, is there other enterances we can come into at? I know it's going to be busy any direction	breezy rider	5	691	Jun 9, 2011 by prycene1
	Is it just me...... (Preview) ................or does everyone want it to be Saturday morning 1 hour into the ride! I have no idea what to expect, I just want it to be here already! I'm so excited!	Howard	5	633	Jun 9, 2011 by adiamond
	How to find your team members.... (Preview) In each of the past two years, I've been a member of a Ride team.... and in each of those years it was REALLY difficult to find team members among the thousands of riders, especially on Day 1 when everyone is wearing the same jersey. This year, I have a plan: I've found an inexpensive item that will help me e...	MysteryBee	5	688	Jun 9, 2011 by CarolynCL
	Crap these weather forcasters have changed things once again (Preview) It looks like CP24 has changed things once again, rain an Saturday. Scares the crap out of me as I don't need a crash on my $10,000 Cervelo. May have to switch my ride to the Cannondale Caad9. Anyone else worried?	mweerasinghe	23	907	Jun 9, 2011 by lilEagle
	Help from experienced riders - sore back (Preview) Hi all, I'm specifically looking for some help from a more experienced rider. I did the ride last year for the first time, and I noticed that my back got VERY sore towards the end of the second day. This year it's gotten sore a week earlier, so I'm a tad concerned for the ride itself. What stretches can yo...	dumanoir	6	659	Jun 9, 2011 by tmartins
	Any suggestion for Sore Muscle Recovery (Preview) Any suggestions for Sore Muscle Recovery: 1) After Day 1 of ride, then you will be ready for the ride on next day. 2) After Day 2 of ride, then you will be ready to go for Work on next day.	edwinlai	2	764	Jun 9, 2011 by RSinfield
	How to... (Preview) How do you go down really steep hills? I'm kinda scared of falling (petrified, actually), and don't really know any techniques to do so (I don't think that riding my brakes is too safe a thing).	twobrokenarms	5	638	Jun 9, 2011 by Howard
	Wind on route (Preview) I had a very discouraging training ride yesterday that began with the first 30 kms directly into a 25 kmh headwind (in the Ottawa area). It felt like my brakes were on the whole ride and sucked all my energy. Of course, on the way home, the wind changed direction slightly and abated, so I didn't get the ben...	Sushiboy21	7	634	Jun 9, 2011 by lilEagle
	What to pack for overnight? (Preview) Hello, This is my first year doing the Ride. Any suggestions for what not to forget to bring for the over night camping. Thanks!	JamesLawlor	13	1125	Jun 9, 2011 by Merc55
	Niagara Parking (Preview) Hi everyone We are riding in a group and are looking to leave a car in Niagara to get us all back again. Does anyone know of anywhere I can leave my car on Friday for a couple of nights? Will any of the hotels let a non resident pay for a couple of nights? Thanks in advance.	ccfcfc	5	677	Jun 9, 2011 by mosquitos
	Riders leave CNE Grounds at 8? (Preview) Hi All: Without going through 100 emails, can someone please confirm that riders start at 8am, please? Thanks!	Ashley Costa	5	588	Jun 9, 2011 by breezy rider
	Last minute crisis (Preview) Crap . After recommending people get their bikes to the shop last week, I'm now facing an urgent repair. Popped a spoke on my Mavic Aksium rear wheel this evening. I get to spend tomorrow finding a shop in London that can do the job before Friday afternoon. With about 10,000 km on the wheel is it worth...	SilverFox	1	558	Jun 9, 2011 by rusty
	14 day forecast is rain, rain, rain!! (Preview) it is a small irritant, there will be rain (according to www.weather.ca) for thursday, friday and saturday, three consecutive days. hope Sunday will be better.	oldbutcool	19	1138	Jun 9, 2011 by breezy rider
	if you are a mediocre rider like me, the following may help.... (Preview) this is my fourth time doing the Ride, and second time doing the 200M. I am not a hard core rider and i dont have enough time to train, but i like to push to my limit. I must say there were moments that i wanted to quit on the second day. The tricks i have learned in the past few times of the Ride has helped a lot...	oldbutcool	16	1161	Jun 8, 2011 by aniakarina
	Your wheels for the 2011 RTCC? ( 1 2 ) (Preview) just thought i'd start a poll out of curiosity. I'm rolling on a Cannondale road bike. Let's hear what you're using. :) myself and my team partner last year at the falls. Him on a Cervelo and me on my SuperSix Hi-Mod --...	mosquitos	63	5164	Jun 5, 2011 by AJDad001
	How are 200M riders identified vs 200km riders? (Preview) I was a little disappointed that there isn't a different jersey for 200m riders to distinguish them for the cheering sections. The extra 60kms each day seems to deserve an extra nod, somehow. I saw a post noting that the bike plates indicate the distance, but mine ony have a name. Anyone?	SandieO	3	604	Jun 5, 2011 by adiamond
	last week (Preview) We'll it's under a week to go! I plan on one last long ride (100-160km) today followed by mabye a light spin class mid week just to get the legs moving! Whats everyone else planning for the fiinal week? I can't wait till Saturday. Athlo I am still feeling the affects from my cold 3 weeks ago. I think I...	Barrierider	2	590	Jun 5, 2011 by SilverFox
	Total Newbie...feelin nervous! (Preview) It's my very first ride and I'm starting to feel pretty nervous. I signed up with a friend (also their first ride) but for health reasons they are unable to go now, so I'm on my own. I've browsed the site here and everyone seems to know so much! It's almost like another language sometimes. Anyone else out t...	equestrian56	33	1516	Jun 5, 2011 by twinpro
	2011 jersey (Preview) Got my 2011 jersey in the mail today. Very plain, I think I like the 2010 one better. What does everyone else think?	Barrierider	24	1738	Jun 4, 2011 by aniakarina
	sunscreen a must (Preview) i went out for a 60k ride yesterday and forgot to wear sunscreen bad mistake. So word to all riders pack sunscreen and apply b4 starting the ride. Im sure all of us will be wearing cycling jerseys so you want to protect your arms legs neck and face. Thanks for reading Anti hero	antihero	5	548	Jun 4, 2011 by Kristo
	Survivor Flag. (Preview) Can someone who has riden with one of these tell me if it is noticable. Does it add drag? I am planning to do the 200 mile ride and while I don't mind having the flag on my bike to inspire others, candidly I do not really want to add the extra drag, as I think doing two days of 162 kms each will be tough enough.	adiamond	15	2108	Jun 3, 2011 by adiamond
	Postal strike (Preview) I haven't received my jersey or other check-in bumpf. I met my fundraiser goal and checked-in online only last Friday. Were the kits sent out by Canada Post? If so, how long did it take to get after checking in? I'm worried mine will get hung up if there's a postal strike Thursday night.	Sushiboy21	3	573	Jun 2, 2011 by MysteryBee
	Big Money! No Whammies! (Preview) Yee-haw! With only one month to go before the big day, I've finally crossed the $5000 mark! That's $1000 over my target and DOUBLE the minimum! I'll be the first to admit that I lack the contacts or the charm to raise the HUGE dollars that some of the leading participants get, but it feels good to hit a mi...	MysteryBee	27	1598	Jun 2, 2011 by Howard
	Is an Electric Bike Company an Appropriate Sponsor for a Bike Ride? (Preview) I was curious about the corporate sponsors and noticed (a) Swiss Chalet has gone from previous years and that there was a company I had never heard of BionX so I went to their web site. It turns out that they are makers of electric assisted bicyles as well as kits to retrofit regular pedal bikes. This ri...	adiamond	8	624	Jun 1, 2011 by BAM
	Changing a flat (Preview) Well it finally has come... at the end of my 90 k ride yesterday i went to pick up the bike to find i had a rear tire flat ( thankfully it MUST have been at the end lol anyways i've been anxiously waiting for my first flat, and i'm glad it happend before the ride. It was ALOT easier then i thought and i found the h...	breezy rider	5	641	Jun 1, 2011 by Ashley Costa
	* the Jersey Trade post * (Preview) i figured i might as well try it. If you've recieved your 2011 RTCC jersey, have NOT used it and would like to trade because of the wrong size discuss with fellow riders here. i'll start it off. I have a Men's "XL" size - i'm looking to trade for a Men's "L" size. I'm located downto...	mosquitos	13	968	May 31, 2011 by Christine
	hotel room available for Saturday evening. First come first serve (Preview) We have a pre-paid room available at the holiday room on the Burlington Side rd that we are not able to use. The hotel has a pool and a hotel tub. The cost is 185.00. Please email privately to ladyfrost@sympatico.ca if you are interested for arrangements.	sarahfrost	0	447	May 31, 2011 by sarahfrost
	GO JOE MECCA and the MECCA-NISUMS (Preview) Barbara and I totaly support your ride for Nanacy and every one else!	STEWART	0	444	May 28, 2011 by STEWART
	Access to gear while on the road (Preview) this will be my first ride and i'm a little confused as to how i will have access to any gear/belongings that are on the trucks. if it starts raining in the middle of the ride for example, and i need my rain gear, will the truck carrying everyone's belongings be stopping at the next pit stop and allowing r...	aniakarina	2	516	May 28, 2011 by aniakarina
	More reason to finish the ride (Preview) I was just thinking the other day, you have to raise the 2500 to be able to ride... But there is no incentive to actually finish the ride, i know i know there's more important things... 1 reason out of many you tell people to sponsor you is because you are doing over 200km/miles but if you don't do the ride/ o...	breezy rider	3	583	May 26, 2011 by Ashley Costa
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