INFORMATION FOR RIDERS
1. 2020 EVENT OVERVIEW
Where
Queensland Sunshine Coast & Hinterland. For details, see Para 5. below.
When
Friday 16th and Sat 17th, October 2020 (Briefing very early on the morning of Friday 16th October)
Open to
Individuals and Teams (teams of 4 to 8)
Rider Cost
$575 per Individual Unsponsored Rider, (payable by riders on receipt of invoice after registration)
The Rider Registration Fee covers the following:
- Rider Kit; 1 Jersey and 1 Bib and Brace (all riders to wear the same)
- 1 night’s shared accommodation on the Friday evening,
- All meals on and off road,
- Electrolytes, health bars, fruit and water for on and off road.
- Ride management provided by Entoure who bring a professional and serious approach to rider safety.
The fee doesn’t cover transport to and from the event.
Any Unsponsored Rider who introduces an extra new Rider to their 2019 Team, receives a $75 discount or refund on their 2020 Registration Fee.
Any sponsored Rider who introduces an extra new Rider to their or another 2019 Team, receives a Coles / Myer Voucher to the value of $75.
A Rider in a Sponsored Team pays no Rider Registration Fee.
“Pedals ‘n Medals” is the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation’s current largest fundraiser, with all funds raised going specifically to the construction of its “Camp Courage” rural Retreat at which all of its best practice, live-in rehabilitation programs will be conducted.
This is our 4th Ride after fantastic and successful efforts in 2017, 2018 and 2019.
2. 4 AUSSIE HEROES FOUNDATION LIMITED
The 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation exists to aid and support those military and first responder personnel, past and present, who are struggling and suffering as a result of their service to our Nation and our Communities.
This will be achieved primarily by way of best practise rehabilitation programs of varying lengths, being delivered in a rural environment which is relaxed and calming, and where rehabilitation and guidance will have maximum long-term benefits.
The short term vision of the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation is to establish a rural Retreat called “Camp Courage” on a beautiful 32 acre rural site in the Scenic Rim, which is in the process of being gifted to the Foundation.
In addition to rehabilitation, Camp Guests will benefit from the most meaningful, enjoyable, and safe experience possible. Recovery, a better quality of life, and improved future prospects are outcomes earnestly sought for them.
The 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation’s rehabilitation model is both unique (in Australia) and innovative.
Click here to see a copy of the Foundation’s Information Brochure and/or go to the Home Page of our website www.4aussieheroes.com.au
Any enquiries about the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation or this “Pedals ‘n Medals” Event can be directed to Gerry on Ph 0418 735 257 or E info@aussieheroes.com.au
3. FUNDRAISING
This is a fundraising bike ride, and as such riders are required to seek donations for the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation, a not-for-profit entity with charitable and tax deductible status. Donation’s over $2.00 are tax deductible.
Fundraising is again through “GoFundraise”. Click here to register to fundraise or make a donation.
The nominal target of $1,000 for each rider is a reduction from prior years acknowledging the effects of the summer bushfire appeals and the impact of COVID19.
Any Rider who fundraises over $3,500 will receive a Coles/Myer Voucher to the value of $150.
Any Rider who raises over $5,000 will additionally receive their choice of either two tickets to the 2021 State of Origin rugby league game in Brisbane or a complimentary Registration of a Team of 4 to a Foundation “Shambolic Golfaholic” 2021 Golf Day.
All funds raised will go towards the construction of comfortable, purpose built, permanent Retreat facilities to be known as “Camp Courage”, at which best practice rehabilitation type programs for military and first responder personnel, past and present, who are suffering and struggling with PTSD and related mental health issues, will be delivered, in lieu of the currently used third party facilities.
4. MANAGEMENT OF EVENT
The 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation’s “Pedals ‘n Medals” ride is a fully supported ride, managed and conducted by Entoure; a professional cycle event management business specialising in on road events across the charitable sector. To find out more about entoure, visit their website – www.entoure.com.au
The marketing, catering, accommodation, and administrative management of the Ride is the responsibility of the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation.
The fundraising administration will again be in the hands of the GoFundraise platform.
5. ROUTES
The event is a peloton supported ride and as such is targeted at experienced cyclists with previous peloton riding experience.
There may be 1 or 2 pelotons depending on rider numbers which in turn will be effected by COVID19 restrictions.
Links to the Ride Route for each day are below.
Day 1 (Friday)
Ride – Day 1 – https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33510218
Day 2 (Saturday)
Ride – Day 2 – https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32925851
6. ACCOMMODATION
Friday nights’ accommodation will be at the Marcoochy River Bungalows and Cabins, at 38-46 David Low Way, Maroochydore, Qld.
Those riders who are travelling from outside the Sunshine Coast area, will also be accommodated (twin share) at the same venue on the Thursday evening, if need be.
7. REQUIREMENTS AND OBLIGATIONS
In registering for this event, all participants are committing to the following:
- Be between the ages of 18 and 65.
- Be fit and healthy
- Be experienced in public road riding and understand safe peloton riding enough to participate in this event, or be prepared to learn, (you can be assisted in this regard);
- Have access to a suitable bicycle in good working condition, capable of such a Ride;
- Be able to ride at the baseline fitness level of 24 kms per hour,
- Agree in writing to the Terms and Conditions of the Event, and
- Be prepared to raise funds for the 4 Aussie Heroes Foundation as per Para 3.
It is the responsibility of all potential participating riders to advise us of any health or skill issues impacting their ability to ride in this event safely.
The detail is in our Terms and Conditions which need to be formally agreed to.
8. KIT
The kit will again be provided through Monton.
The size required will need to be stated on your Registration Form which has a Size Chart attached. (Men’s Chart) (Ladies’ Chart)
We are hoping to be able to get kits to most Riders a few days before commencement of the Ride, however please get your sizes right as there will be no chance for replacements.
9. WHAT TO BRING
- Road bicycle in good working condition
- Australian approved bike helmet
- Kit (if delivered)
- Wet weather gear
- Clothes & Toiletries
- Money for incidentals
- Your best fitness
- Your sense of humour
10. INSURANCE
All riders must be a member of Cycling Australia to compete in the event. As part of rider registration, all riders will be provided with short term membership including full comprehensive insurance cover through Cycling Australia. This will provide riders with up to 3 months full comprehensive insurance commencing 1 August (or from when you Register if after 1 August) and ending Oct 31, ensuring all participants in the 4 Aussie Heroes Ride are covered as they prepare for the event as well as during the event.
11. TRAINING
Training for multi stage on-road events varies from rider to rider, however, to view an Entoure guide on what to do Click Here.
12. REGISTRATIONS ARE EARNESTLY SOUGHT, AND AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.
Click here to complete your Registration Form.
