Fraser Valley Experience CYCLIST HANDBOOK

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1 Fraser Valley Experience CYCLIST HANDBOOK

2 Welcome to MS Bike 2018 Whether you re a returning participant who rode with us last year for the umpteenth time, or a newbie a little nervous of riding on a bike tour, you can look forward to an exciting and fun ride while making a difference to end MS. As a participant in the MS Bike Tours, you are making a great impact on the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis. Last year in BC, your dollars helped to host 50 education sessions, distribute over $400,000 of medical equipment and provide 297 individuals with Volunteer Legal Assistance. This year we look forward to continuing to provide support and services to people with MS and their families, and fund important research to find the cause and cure for this disease. We invite you to expand your reach as well in helping to improve the lives of Canadians affected by MS. Join us at the MS Bike tour and experience a great sense of accomplishment, challenging yourself physically and raising more critical funds to help end MS. CONTENTS Ride Details Introduction FAQ...15 What to Bring...16 Rider support...16 Safety on route Training tips...18 Welcome...2 Your Impact...3 Event information Tour Info and Contact...4 Itinerary...5 Route Maps... 7 Fundraising matters...19 Spread the word

3 WHY WE RIDE MS has always been present in my life. My grandmother lived with MS for over 25 years, spending much of that time in a care facility until she passed away. We couldn t have conversations at all, so we were unable to build that special grandmother-to-grandchild relationship that so many others cherish. MS took that from us. The feeling of helplessness can be overwhelming when someone close to you has MS. All you want is to improve their quality of life and take some of their pain away, but there s only so much you can do. MS is such an unpredictable disease, so it s hard to know what your loved one s future holds when they are affected by it. When you have MS, you re often in the dark. Even though my grandmother s gone, I m still here fighting for a cure. I don t want someone to feel what my grandmother and family felt. One of my friend s moms has been living with MS for 25 years herself. She encouraged me to do my first MS Bike event with her and I ve gone every year since. It truly fuelled the fire within me. If she can bike and be such a strong advocate against MS, then why shouldn t I be doing something too? All of the MS Bike events I ve been to have been incredible experiences. The positive energy of everyone around you, especially when many of the participants are currently living with MS, is so inspiring. I want to help show them that people do care and support them. I bike for my grandmother, I bike for my friend s mom, and I bike for anyone who has or will have MS as part of their lives. BECKY KINNEY 2018 MS Bike Ambassador Photo: Becky (far left) and her team. ABOUT MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world. MS is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in Canada. World-leading MS research is being conducted by MS experts across the country. MS is a disease that affects not only individuals, but also families who come together to manage the realities of MS. Our mission To be a leader in finding a cure for multiple sclerosis and enabling people affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. For more information about MS or the MS Society, visit mssociety.ca. 3

4 Fraser Valley Experience The MS Bike Fraser Valley Experience offers you a chance to cycle the mesmerizing vistas of Langley and Abbotsford. Keep an eye out for beautiful Mount Baker as well as the Cascade Mountains in the distance as you ride through the countryside. Thunderbird Show Park will be the center of all bike weekend activities. Their amazing open green space, tucked just outside the town of Langley, is where cyclists will start and finish their ride, enjoy rider village and have dinner and celebrate with your fellow riders on Saturday night. We ll also have plenty of snacks along the way as well as breakfast and lunch on both days. We offer a variety of route lengths to accommodate all levels of experience. All routes are well-marked and fully supported with a gear and repair vehicle as well as amazing volunteers to cheer you along the way. Don t forget to stop in at the various wineries and breweries on your route. Samples will be available, and our team will be happy to pick up your purchases and bring them to the finish line. Don t miss out! Come discover the Fraser Valley from the best seat in the house your bike! YOUR BIKE TOUR COORDINATOR Hi! My name is Sarah and I m your MS Bike - Fraser Valley Experience Coordinator. I joined the MS Society last year and look forward to meeting you in July! Originally from Ontario, I m a fellow MS Bike participant like you and enjoyed cycling with my team in the MS Bike - Ottawa to Cornwall event. Our volunteer committee has been working hard to create a great MS Bike experience event. I hope you ll enjoy this year s new venue and a few new stops along the way. If you have any questions about this year s event or would like to chat about fundraising, please get in touch: x.7233 sarah.burns@mssociety.ca 4

5 ITINERARY SATURDAY, JULY 14, :00 am - 9:00 am Check-in: Arrive at the Thunderbird Show Park. Drop off your donation tracking form; pick up your check-in kit and event shirt; enjoy a coffee and a light breakfast. Please bring to Check-In: Completed donation tracking form (available for download online via your Participant Centre) Any cash or cheque donations 9:00 am Safety briefing & Bike Tour Start: (109km route first, then 70km, then 42km, 20 riders every 4 minutes) 10:30 am - 1:00 pm Lunch is served at Fraser Valley Cider Company Finish Check-in at Thunderbird Show Park. All participants much check-in with on-site volunteers 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm Enjoy Massages by the West Coast College of Massage Therapy Overnight secure bike storage open Wine and product pick up open Bring along a camp chair or blanket and relax at the finish line. They ll be lawn games and music and samples from Trading Post Brewery to enjoy. 6:00 pm Dinner served at Thunderbird Show Park. In honor of being at an equestrian park this year s theme is Off to the Races. Ladies, get out your derby hats and fascinators. Men, rock your bow ties and bowler hats. Enjoy dinner with your teammates and fellow riders. Bring your dancing shoes and enjoy the silent auction 8:45 pm 1st Shuttle departs for Holiday Inn Express Langley 9:30 pm 2nd Shuttle departs for Holiday Inn Express Langley 5

6 SUNDAY, JULY 15, :45 am Check out of your room at the Holiday Inn Express Langley. 8:15 am Catch the shuttle back to Thunderbird 8:00 am - 9:30 am Enjoy breakfast sponsored by Golden Valley 9:30 am Safety Briefing & Start Bike Tour (cyclist head out in waves of 20 riders, 4 minutes apart) 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Wrap up Awards & Lunch: Arrive at Thunderbird Show Park. pick up your purchased wine. Family and friends are welcome to join you. POINTS OF INTEREST Backyard Vineyards Chaberton Estate Winery Township 7 Vineyards and Winery Fraser Valley Cider Company Glass House Estate Winery Campbell s Gold Honey Farm and Meadery Mt Lehman Winery Raven s Brewing Company Field House Brewing Co. Krause Berry Farms Otter Co-Op Roots and Wings Distillery Trading Post Brewery (Saturday Finish Line) IMPORTANT INFO ACCOMMODATIONS Rooms are available at: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Langley th Street A limited number of rooms are on hold for bike participants until June 13, To reserve your room at the special bike tour rate of $199/night please reserve online or call (604) and quote the group reservation code MSS to the booking agent. SHUTTLE SERVICE A free shuttle will bring participants back to the hotel from the Thunderbird Show Park on Saturday night following dinner and to the start line Sunday morning for the beginning of day 2. 6

7 Saturday Route Map JULY 14 SHORT ROUTE 42 KM START: ST (THUNDERBIRD) Head south on 248 St/Otter Rd Turn right onto Robertson Crescent Turn left onto 240 St Turn right onto 40 Ave Turn left on 232 St Arrive at Backyard Vineyards BACKYARD VINEYARDS Turn right onto 24 Ave Turn right onto 224 St Turn left onto 28 Ave Turn left onto 216 St Cross 16th Ave - straight Arrive at Chaberton Winery CHABERTON ESTATE WINERY Exit right from Chaberton (north) Left at 16th Ave Stop at Township 7 Winery TOWNSHIP 7 VINEYARDS & WINERY Exit right from Township 7 Winery Stop (lunch) at Fraser Valley Cider FRASER VALLEY CIDER COMPANY Exit right from Fraser Valley Cider onto 16th Ave Turn left on 224 St Right on 24 Ave Left on 232 St Right on 40 Ave Cross Fraser Highway - straight Right on Robertson Crescent Left on 248 St Follow 248 St back to Thunderbird Finish 7

8 Saturday Route Map JULY 14 MEDIUM ROUTE 70 KM PART 1 START: ST (THUNDERBIRD) Exit Thunderbird and turn left onto 248th Turn right onto 72nd Ave Turn left at 252A Cres Turns into 73 Ave Follow onto 73 Ave Turn right at 256 Ave Becomes 72 Ave Turn right at 264 Street Follow 264 to Highway One Interchange Cross Highway One on overpass Turn right on 56 Ave (at end of overpass) Turn left on 256 Street Turn right on Robertson Cres Cross 258 Street and continue on Robertson Turn left at 240 Street Cross Fraser Highway and take immediate right turn on 40 Ave Keep left on 40 Ave (at 240 St) Turn left on 232 St Arrive at 1st Stop - Backyard Vineyards BACKYARD VINEYARDS Exit right (south) from Backyard on 232 St Turn right onto 24 Ave Turn right onto 224 St Turn left onto 28 Ave Turn left onto 216 St Follow 216 st across 16th Ave Arrive at 2nd Stop - Chaberton Winery CHABERTON ESTATE WINERY Exit right from Chaberton onto 216 St Turn left onto 16 Ave Arrive at 3rd Stop - Township 7 Winery TOWNSHIP 7 VINEYARDS & WINERY Exit right from Township 7 onto 16 Ave Arrive at 4th Stop - Fraser Valley Cider 8

9 Saturday Route Map JULY 14 MEDIUM ROUTE 70 KM PART 2 FRASER VALLEY CIDER COMPANY Exit right from Fraser Valley Cider onto 16 Ave Turn right on 224 St Turn left onto Zero Ave Arrive at 5th Stop - Glass House Winery GLASS HOUSE ESTATE WINERY Exit left from Glass House onto Zero Ave Follow Zero Ave to 264 St Turn left onto 264 St Cross onto 264 St at traffic light at top of hill Turn right on 8 Ave Turn left on Lefeuvre Rd Arrive at 6th Stop - Campbell s Gold CAMPBELL S GOLD HONEY FARM AND MEADERY Exit left from Campbell s Gold onto Lefeuvre Rd Cross Fraser Highway on Lefeuvre Rd Follow Lefeuvre Rd t end - veers left and becomes Watson Rd Follow Watson Rd - veers and becomes 48 Ave Turn right on 272 St, becomes 52 Ave Turn right onto 264 St Immediate left onto 56 Ave (at Highway One interchange) Follow 56 Ave to 256 St Turn right onto 256 St Turn right onto 256 Ave Turn right on 248 St Arrive back at Thunderbird Park 9

10 Saturday Route Map JULY 14 LONG ROUTE 105 KM PART 1 START: ST (THUNDERBIRD) Exit Thunderbird and turn left onto 248th Turn right onto 72nd Ave Turn left at 252A Cres Turns into 73 Ave Follow onto 73 Ave Turn right at 256 Ave Becomes 72 Ave Turn right at 264 Street Follow 264 to Highway One Interchange Cross Highway One on overpass Turn right on 56 Ave (at end of overpass) Turn left on 256 Street Turn right on Robertson Cres Cross 258 Street and continue on Robertson Turn left at 240 Street Cross Fraser Highway and take immediate right turn on 40 Ave Keep left on 40 Ave (at 240 St) Turn left on 232 St Arrive at 1st Stop - Backyard Vineyards BACKYARD VINEYARDS Exit right (south) from Backyard on 232 St Turn right onto 24 Ave Turn right onto 224 St Turn left onto 28 Ave Turn left onto 216 St Follow 216 st across 16th Ave Arrive at 2nd Stop - Chaberton Winery CHABERTON ESTATE WINERY Exit right from Chaberton onto 216 St Turn left onto 16 Ave Arrive at 3rd Stop - Township 7 Winery TOWNSHIP 7 VINEYARDS & WINERY Exit right from Township 7 onto 16 Ave Arrive at 4th Stop (Lunch) - Fraser Valley Cider 10

11 Saturday Route Map JULY 14 LONG ROUTE 105 KM PART 2 FRASER VALLEY CIDER COMPANY Exit right from Fraser Valley Cider onto 16 Ave Turn right on 224 St Turn left onto Zero Ave Arrive at 5th Stop - Glass House Winery GLASS HOUSE ESTATE WINERY Exit left from Glass House onto Zero Ave Follow Zero Ave to 272 St Turn left onto 272 St Cross onto 264 St at traffic light at top 272 St hill Head north on 264 St Turn right on 8 Ave Turn left on Lefeuvre Rd Arrive at 6th Stop - Campbell s Gold CAMPBELL S GOLD HONEY FARM AND MEADERY Exit left from Campbell s Gold onto Lefeuvre Rd Cross Fraser Highway on Lefeuvre Rd Turn right on Downes Road Left on Bradner Road Right on Townshipline Road Left on Mt Lehman Road Arrive at 7th Stop - Mt Lehman Winery MT LEHMAN WINERY Exit left onto Mt Lehman Road from Mt Lehman Winery Turn left on Downes Road Turn right on Townline Road Turn right on Blueridge Drive Turn left on Blue Jay Road Follow Blue Jay Road across Maclure Blue Jay Road veers left and becomes Livingstone Ave Turn right on Peardonville Road and Cross Highway One Turn right on Townline Road Arrive at 8th Stop - Raven Brewing RAVENS BREWING COMPANY Turn left onto Peardonville Veer right onto Peardonville (bike route sign) Turn right on Bevan Cres Bevan Cres becomes McDougall Ave (at McCallum) Follow McDougall Ave to South Fraser Way Turn left onto South Fraser Way Turn right on Laurel Street Turn right on W Railway Arrive at 9th Stop - Field House Brewing (2281 W Railway) 11

12 Saturday Route Map JULY 14 LONG ROUTE 105 KM PART 3 FIELD HOUSE BREWING CO. Turn right from Field House Brewing onto W Railway St Veer right and follow S Fraser Way Turn left onto McDougall Ave, turns into Cannon Ave, turns into Bevan Ave Stay on Bevan Ave Continue onto Bevan Crescent Turn left onto Peardonville Rd Veer right onto Hill Tout St Slight left, becomes Sunnyside Crescent Left onto Springhill Pl Left toward Peardonville Turn right onto Peardonville Rd Turn left onto Peardonville Rd Turn right onto Marshall Rd Right onto Mt Lehman Rd Left onto Marshall Extension Immediate left onto Peardonville Rd At end of Peardonville (at Echo Rd), take bike path south Exit bike path onto Peardonville Rd Turn right onto Huntingdon Rd Turn right onto Lefeuvre Rd second time on Lefeuvre Follow Lefeuvre Rd north to end; veers left and becomes Watson Rd Follow Watson Rd; veers left and becomes 48 Ave Turn right on 272 St, becomes 52 Ave Turn right onto 264 St Immediate left onto 56 Ave (at Highway One Interchange) Follow 56 Ave to 256 St Turn right onto 256 St Turn right onto 256 St Turn right on 248 St and arrive back to Thunderbird Park 12

13 Sunday Route Map JULY 15 SHORT ROUTE 30 KM START: ST (THUNDERBIRD) Head south on 248 St Arrive at Krause Berry Farms KRAUSE BERRY FARMS Exit Krause Berry Farms right onto 248 St Cross 56 Ave Turn right onto 40 Ave Left on 244 St Cross Fraser Highway - has traffic light Left on 36 Ave Right on 248 St Left on 32 Ave Right on 256 St Right on 24 Ave Right on 248 Ave Arrive at rest stop: Otter Co-op OTTER CO-OP Cross Fraser Hwy Follow 248 St to 64 Ave Turn right on 64 Ave Turn left on 256 St; turns onto 72 Ave Follow 72 Ave Turn right onto Telegraph Trail Left on 80 Ave Left on 240 St Arrive at Roots & Wings Distillery ROOTS AND WINGS DISTILLERY Exit left from Roots & Wings Distllery Right on 80 Ave Right on Telegraph Trail Cross 72 Ave and arrive back at Thunderbird Park 13

14 Sunday Route Map JULY 15 LONG ROUTE 60 KM START: ST (THUNDERBIRD) Head south on 248 St Arrive at Krause Berry Farms KRAUSE BERRY FARMS Exit Krause Berry Farms right onto 248 St Cross 56 Ave Turn right onto 40 Ave Left on 244 St Cross Fraser Highway - has traffic light Left on 36 Ave Right on 248 St Left on 32 Ave Right on 256 St Right on 24 Ave Right on 248 Ave Arrive at rest stop: Otter Co-op OTTER CO-OP Cross Fraser Hwy (has traffic light) Cross 56 Ave Right turn at 64 Ave Left on 264 St Follow 264 St downhill to 88 Ave Right on 88 Ave Left on 272 Ave 272 Ave becomes River Road Right at Bradner Road Right at Dyke Road Right at Marsh-McCormick Rd Right at 272 St Left on 88 Ave Left on Armstrong Rd Right on 80 Ave Left on 240 St Arrive at Roots & Wings Distillery ROOTS AND WINGS DISTILLERY Exit left from Roots & Wings Distillery Right on 80 Ave Right on Telegraph Trail Cross 72 Ave and arrive back at Thunderbird Park 14

15 RIDE DETAILS FAQS What happens if it rains? We ride rain or shine. In the event of lightning or other dangerous conditions, we will delay the event until conditions improve. I registered as an individual, but now I want to join a team. No problem! Contact the MS Bike coordinator of the MS Bike tour you want to join, let them know the name of the team you d like to join and we ll get you all taken care of. Are walk-up registrations available? We will gladly accept walk-up registrations. However, MS Bike is a fundraising event and all riders must reach the $350 fundraising minimum to participate, so register early to give yourself time to fundraise. I registered, but can no longer participate; can I transfer my registration to next year s ride, another person, or another MS Bike? Yes, you can transfer your registration to next year s ride, another person or another MS Bike ride. What happens to donations I raised if I can no longer participate in the event? All donations are non-returnable. Your donations allow the MS Society of Canada to fund vital medical research and support local residents in the area living with MS, regardless of your participation in the event. Can I donate my fundraising reward back to the MS Society of Canada? Yes, you can donate your rewards back to the MS Society and receive a tax receipt equal to the value of your reward. By donating your reward, the MS Society can contribute more funds towards vital programs and services to those affected by MS and research. Do I have to wear a helmet? YES! For your own safety, helmets are required at all MS Bike events. This is a legal requirement in BC. You will not be permitted to ride if you are not wearing a helmet. Helmets are not supplied on site. Can family and friends join me for the weekend? Family and friends are always welcome at the start/ finish line and rest stops, however not on the route! Please encourage your friends and family to meet you at the finish line, or to volunteer for the event. Are pets allowed? Pets are prohibited at the ride, however, service animals are welcome. What accommodations are available for the event weekend? Please refer to the specific MS Bike tours section near the beginning of this handbook for more information or contact your MS Bike coordinator. Where can I store my bike overnight Saturday? Bike storage and overnight security will be provided on site. However, we do recommend you lock up your bike in the bike storage for the added security. Where can I find route maps? You can download the route maps at msbike.ca (and choose your MS Bike tour location). They will also be available on site. 15

16 WHAT TO BRING Come wind, rain or sun, going through our handy checklists will help you come to our Bike Tours prepared for all of beautiful BC s weather conditions! Riding Gear Helmet Personal identification Tour bib Route map Basic bike repair kit Water bottle Cycling gloves Rain gear Seat/Handlebar bag Sunscreen for lips and skin Sunglasses Cell phone Personal Gear Toiletries Casual clothing and shoes for dinner and dancing Camera Medications Pain reliever Extra clothing for Sunday Money for wine purchases and cash bar on Saturday night dinner RIDE SUPPORT The MS Bike is a fully supported cycling tour. The following services are provided to registered cyclists identified by wearing the MS Bike rider bibs. Rest stops Rest stops are located along the route. Each rest stop is stocked with water, fruit and snacks. Stopping at the rest stops is optional. Guide Cyclists Guide Cyclists are available on certain tours to help along the route. They can contact a SAG (Support and Gear) Vehicle if needed. Guide Cyclists can be identified by their HIGH VISIBILITY VESTS. SAG Vehicles SAG (Support and Gear) vehicles travel along the route between rest stops. They can help cyclists along the route with flats and basic first aid. If a cyclist is unable to complete the ride, for whatever reason, a SAG vehicle can transport the cyclist to the finish line. SAG vehicles include picking up purchases made by you on the route! To signal a SAG vehicle driver, follow these steps: Move safely off the road and well out of the path of other cyclists Dismount and stand near your bike Remove your helmet and wave it at the SAG vehicle In the event of an emergency, call 911 and then the central communications number found on the back of your participant bib or on the route map. First Aid Trained first aid volunteers patrol the route to help all participants. If you need assistance, please call the central communications number on your participant bib or on the route map. In case of an emergency, please call

17 SAFETY ON ROUTE This is NOT a competitive race. Respect fellow cyclists and their level of cycling experience. Some participants are recreational cyclists. Wear your helmet correctly. This is MANDATORY and it s the LAW. The roads are open and therefore cyclists must always follow the Motor Vehicle Act. Obey all traffic signs and signals at all times. Keep your ears free of headphones or earbuds while riding. Ride on the right side of the road, to the right of the white line when possible, to be respectful of traffic and to avoid a lineup of vehicles. Pass on the left. Announce yourself to other cyclists by saying ON YOUR LEFT. Please ride single file at all times as the road is narrow with a limited shoulder in many areas. When another cyclist is passing you on the left, do not turn around. Hold handlebars steady and keep your bike straight while maintaining your speed. Always yield to pedestrians. Only use your cell phone when stopped and pulled to the right, out of bike and vehicle traffic. Watch out for road hazards such as patches of loose gravel on the road. Please respect the communities that we ride through. They support the MS Society and our mission to end MS, and therefore support you too. Some of our MS Bike tours feature stops at local wineries where riders of legal age may choose to sample wines. All cyclists are required to abide by the Motor Vehicle Act which limits the consumption of alcohol and concurrently operating a moving vehicle. The MS Society of Canada requests that all participants act responsibly during the tour. We accept no responsibility for a participant s personal consumption of alcohol. If you need a ride back to the event site, one can be provided for you by a SAG wagon. 17

18 TRAINING TIPS Preparation is important for a smooth ride on event day. While MS Bike is a recreational event, please consider these four steps to ensure you re geared up and ready to cycle to end MS. Make sure your bike s a good fit You may need to have a tune-up, or have your seat or handlebars adjusted. Get this done early in your training to ensure your bike is as ready for the tour as you are. Go ride! Either on your own or with a friend, start with short rides and forget about time or speed. Take a week to work up to a 30km ride to gain and maintain basic cardiovascular fitness. If the weather isn t fit for riding, consider using an indoor cycling trainer, joining a spin class or gym. Challenge yourself Once you ve mastered 30km rides, aim for a weekly ride of 50km to 60km. Try to maintain the same pace you established on moderate days, slowing down if necessary to complete the full route. Join our training rides Our MS Bike tours across the province feature Gear Up Rides to help you train for the actual MS Bike event. Go to msbike.ca and choose the ride in your area for updates on scheduled rides or join the MS Bike BC Facebook Group. Alternatively, you can also reach out to your local MS Bike Coordinator. 18

19 Fundraising Matters When you ride with MS Bike, you join our country s collective effort to help improve the lives of Canadians affected by MS. The dollars you raise are invested in world-leading MS research happening right here in Canada, research that will bring us closer than ever to the first treatment for progressive MS and ultimately a cure for the disease. Every cyclist must raise the $350 fundraising minimum to participate. The registration fee is non-refundable and does not apply towards the fundraising minimum requirement. Below are online resources to help with your fundraising. Please reach out to your local MS Bike Coordinator if you have questions or need help with fundraising. Online Fundraising Guide A-Z Fundraising Ideas Raise 500 in 7 Days Fundraising Rewards Donation Tracking Form 19

20 JOIN US ONLINE msbike.ca Access your Participant Centre to track your fundraising progress. Learn more about fundraising tips, rewards and tools. Visit your location page for up-to-date event flickr.com/mssociety_bcyukon THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS PROVINCIAL SPONSORS NATIONAL SPONSORS OFFICIAL APPAREL PARTNER