SATURDAY 23RD & SUNDAY 24TH MAY 2015
WHAT IS THE BANISH THE BLACK DOG CHARITY RIDE?
The Banish the Black Dog Charity Bike Ride is a relaxed cycling tour promoted by the Rotary Club of Townsville Central to raise awareness of mental health issues in our community, and to raise funds to aid research into the causes and treatments of mental health disorders. The ride’s major donation recipient is Australian Rotary Health, the largest non government mental health research funding organization in Australia. We also support local initiatives in the treatment and support of those suffering mental illnesses.
WHO SHOULD GO ON THIS RIDE?
The ride caters to all riders from relative beginners to experienced with a range of group ride speeds to choose from to suit your own personal capability. Each speed group has their own support vehicle
FAST FACTS
Ride Date:
May 23rd & Sunday 24th 2015
Registration Fee:
$195
Fundraising Target (minimum):
$200
Distance and Trip Duration:
260kms over 2 days
Physical Capability:
A level of fitness to be able to cycle up to 8 hours at a minimum speed of 20kph for 2 days
Accommodation:
Camping at the Ayr Showgrounds (BYO tent)
What is Provided?
Meals, snacks and drinks
Ride jersey
Bike Mechanic
Support Vehicles
Camping Fees
Sunscreen
Live music in camp
Cash bar with the cheapest prices in the Burdekin
A fun weekend
Event Briefing (compulsory):
Friday, 22 May, 6:30pm
Read More
FACEBOOK FEED
Fuel Cafe is another of our wonderful sponsors again this year. Last year they provided the food and snacks along the way, and lunch on Sunday. Have you visited one of their coffee shops? They'd love to see you at one of their shops in Belgian Gardens, Garbutt & 547 Woolcock St.
Did you know that Fuel Café has the only 1908 Bezerra Espresso Machine of its type in town! The extraction process creates the smoothest espresso you could ever taste!
Fuel Café has the only 1908 Bezerra Espresso Machine of its type in town! The extraction process creates the smoothest espresso you could ever taste! Try it yourself today at any one of our 3 great locations! Belrowes Place, Meenan St. Garbutt & 547 Woolcock St. Dine in or Take away available for all of our great homemade options in store!
And now for some on the road photos from last year's ride to refresh your memories, and for the newbies, give you a taste of what the ride offers ….
View on FacebookTraining rides commence this coming weekend. We'd love you to join us on Saturdays leaving from Top Brand Cycles on Charters Towers Road at 5:30am. We look forward to seeing you there!
View on FacebookThanks again to our wonderful friends at Top Brand Cycles for supporting the ride once more. Need a bike, service, parts, clothes? Please give them your support and visit them on Charters Towers Road, or just drop in a say g'day!
Townsville's Specialized concept store Top Brand Cycles
Great to see some new Likes on our page. Welcome, if you've just joined us!!
Please help spread the word - share our page with your friends, family, colleagues and get them to join us too!
And just for fun, here's a few smiles from last year's ride.
Fundraising and Donations
Our
Sponsors
