Everything you need

to make your MS Bike a memorable experience

2019

CYCLIST HANDBOOK

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Welcome to MS Bike

Thank you for joining MS Bike and helping us change the future of MS.

Every day in Canada, approximately 11 people are newly diagnosed with MS. These people truly understand how life can turn on a dime. Living with MS can feel like living in a body that no longer listens to you. This makes even the smallest things acts of greatness, but the MS Society is on the cusp of important breakthroughs that will change lives. By participating in MS Bike you are accelerating the pace of MS breakthroughs and empowering people affected by MS to live their best lives.

This handbook contains all the information and tips you will need to beat your fundraising goal and have an experience you will never forget.

Let’s do something great!

- Tania Vrionis President, MS Society of Canada,Alberta & NWT - BC & Yukon Divisions

ContentsIntroductionWelcome to MS Bike .......................................................... 2 Research funding ............................................................... 3Your impact ....................................................................... 3 Why 350? ........................................................................... 4 Friends and family ............................................................. 4RookiesAre you a MS Bike rookie? ................................................. 5TeamMS Cycling with a team ........................................................... 6Company teams ................................................................. 6Team captain’s corner ....................................................... 7Team building tips ............................................................. 7Custom team jerseys ......................................................... 8Fundraising Get the app ........................................................................ 8 Fundraising made easy ...................................................... 9Rewards ........................................................................... 10 Mission First Club ............................................................ 10 Experiences for top fundraisers ....................................... 11Event day information Rules for Safe Group Riding ............................................. 12Training tips ..................................................................... 13Special events ................................................................. 13Volunteers ....................................................................... 13 Event day support ............................................................ 14Food & Refreshments ...................................................... 15Your to-do list before the event ....................................... 16Your to-do list upon check-in .......................................... 16Here’s what you’ll need.................................................... 16 Finish Line Activities ....................................................... 17 Accommodations ............................................................ 18 Schedule at a Glance ....................................................... 19MapsDay 1 ............................................................................... 20Day 2 ............................................................................... 21

Post-tourPrize Pickup ..................................................................... 22Early Registration ............................................................ 22 Event Photos ................................................................... 23 Keep Cycling .................................................................... 23

Join us online .................................................................. 24

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In 2018, the MS Society released evidence-based recommendations for vitamin D supplementation and maintenance of vitamin D serum levels, addressing a key need of the MS community for information on vitamin D intake and MS.

“According to multiple studies, vitamin D deficiency is a risk factor for MS,” says Dr. Ruth Ann Marrie, Director, MS Clinic, Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre and a member of the Vitamin D and MS Panel who worked on the recommendations. They provide optimal dosing ranges for people with or at risk for MS, and information about comorbid conditions, sun exposure, vitamin D supplements, and food sources.

“Having these recommendations available to someone like myself, who may be at risk of the disease, gives me hope,” says Marie-Ève Simard, whose mother lives with MS.

Marie-Ève Simard (right) and her mother

Your impactBy joining MS Bike, you have become a part of a movement of 9,000+ cyclists across Canada who are determined to make a difference in the lives of their fellow Canadians.

Every dollar you fundraise supports ground-breaking research and impactful services, making life better for people affected by MS.

Research funding Your fundraising at MS Bike makes it possible for the MS Society of Canada to be on the cusp of important research breakthroughs that will change lives. Here are the areas of focus of currently funded MS research.

Research Funding

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■ Cause & risk factors

■ Triggers of MS

■ Mechanisms of progression

■ Repair processes

■ Therapy & clinical tool development

■ Symptom management & quality of life

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Friends and family Alli, whose mom was diagnosed with MS when she was only six years old, started participating in MS Bike five years ago as part of her friends and family team, Barbie’s Believers.

“To say the ride creates community is an understatement - we become family”, says Leithoff. “We ride together as one, and it truly brings out the best in everyone.”

Cycling alongside your friends and family at MS Bike is an exciting and fulfilling experience. Whether your family and friends team is big or small, you will be fully supported by the MS Bike team from start to finish.

Why $350?The minimum fundraising requirement for MS Bike is $350. This helps provide a fun-filled event experience while ensuring that we continue to fund:

• world-leading Canadian MS research into the cause and cure of MS

• services to support and inform people affected by MS to ensure a quality of life they deserve

• government advocacy to achieve the goals important to the MS community

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Alli with her mom and Barbie’s Believers team members

Are you an MS Bike rookie? You’re in for an amazing experience! We’re very proud of this event, its supporters and fundraisers, and we’re thrilled that you’ve decided to join us. We want you to have an experience that you won’t forget. Our team will guide you through every step of the way.

Join our rookie rider team, Team United Sport & Cycle, or form your own team with co-workers, family and friends!

• Learn the perks of riding with a team on page 6.• Check out fundraising tips and rewards on pages 9 & 10.• Find information about safety, training and what to bring

starting on page 12.

“I was diagnosed with MS in May 2018. This was completely overwhelming and scary to me. I had and still have so many questions and concerns

because of the uncertainty of MS,” says Christy Mielhausen.

“I know there is a lot more I need to learn about this disease, so getting involved with MS Bike is where I decided to start. I have two small boys that I need to be the strongest mom for. I have amazing family, friends and live in a very supportive community. The donations to my ride were so generous and sure made me smile. MS Bike is a great experience and I will continue to ride.”

Christy (right) with son

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Cycling with a team is the best way to…• Have more fun: create great memories and bond with your friends, family and co-workers.• Strengthen your impact: teams raise more funds and increase awareness because they work together, leading

to a greater impact on the cause.• Ride in style: order custom team jerseys from Primal with your own logos and colours, and they’ll make a

donation to your team’s fundraising.• Increase your corporate visibility: increase your company’s exposure while enjoying a team building experience.• Stay motivated: having a team beside you keeps you motivated and your fundraising on track.• Relax in Fillmore Construction Rider’s Village: check out decorated team tents, grab a free burger, enjoy live

music and work off the day’s ride with some fun games at our legendary Rider’s Village!

Company teams If your company has three or more teams registered for MS Bike nationwide, you will receive the following additional benefits:

• Dedicated online presence to promote and track all employee teams across Canada• Onsite recognition of involvement on event day• Dedicated MS Society staff support to help promote and support your teams• Dedicated team area on event site• Tools and resources to host a kick-off event at your office

For more information on becoming a national company team, contact Meghan Thompson atmeghan.thompson@mssociety.ca.

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Team captain’s corner“In 2015, my best friend and brother-in-law, Jan Laarman, was diagnosed with MS. It very suddenly became personal and a fight that I was more than willing to join,” says Matthew Martinell. “Since then, Jan and I have had the privilege to co-captain PCL Construction’s team, one of the largest MS Bike teams in Canada, and raise money to fund much-needed research.”

“It’s amazing to watch colleagues come and ride year after year and leave closer to each other because of what they experience together,” Matthew explains.

Join MS Bike as a Team Captain and you will receive regular emails with helpful team tips and check-ins from the MS Bike team.

• Lunch ‘n’ Learn Presentations – Looking to recruit in your workplace? We offer hour-longlunch ‘n’ learns during which we will visit your office and present on the benefits of gettinginvolved in the MS Bike – Leduc to Camrose. Best of all – we’ll bring lunch!• Hosting a Fundraiser – If you are looking to host a pub night, garage sale, raffle oranything else you can think of, we have an array of tips and tricks to create a successfulfundraiser. If your fundraiser requires an AGLC licence, we can get that for you too!• Fillmore Construction Riders Village & Camping – Looking to host a team tent in theFillmore Construction Riders Village? Or simply want to ensure that your team is campingtogether? We’re happy to accommodate!• Fundraising & Recruitment Tips –We are armed with resources to help you navigateyour role as team captain and ensure your team members meet their fundraising goals!

Team building tips

If you and your team are looking to expand, boost your fundraising, or bump up your team experience we offer:

If you are looking to step up your team captain game, take a look at our new Team Captain Handbook located at msbike.ca. Inside you will find information on building your team, fundraising, team bonding, and event experience.

For more information, contact your Team Captain Representatives, Makhanna & Lisa:

makhanna.seerattan@mssociety.ca

lisa.brooks@ mssociety.ca

Get the appUpdate your fundraising page, ask for donations, thank your donors and monitor your progress by using the MS Bike app from your phone.

Download the app on your Apple or Android device today!

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Fundraising made easyWhat’s Next?Joining MS Bike is the first step in the fight against MS. Here are the other steps we suggest you take to make the most out of your MS Bike experience and help raise funds to improve the lives of those affected by MS.

Make a donation

Kick start your fundraising by

showing your support by being the first to

donate towards your fundraising goal.

Ask, ask, askPost on social media,

display posters at work, send emails and

ask your workplace about making a gift

or matching your fundraising.

Update your personal page

Post a picture, include a story of why you joined MS Bike, and set a goal!

Host an eventGet creative! Bake sale,

board game night, smoothie bar, fitness class - it will be fun and help you raise

money towards your goal.

Go digitalTake advantage of the MS Bike app

and use the tools to boost your fundraising

and track your progress. Download

the app today!

Get ready for MS Bike

Print and fill out your donation tracking

form, and don’t forget to bring donations

to hand in.

Email your donors

Reach out to your family and friends and ask them to

help you reach your fundraising goal by making a donation.

Say thank you!Be sure to recognize

everyone who donated or helped you

by saying thank you after the event.

RewardsYour hard work helps improve the lives of those affected by MS, and we want to recognize your accomplishments with these rewards.

• Raise $12,500+ Ride in the Tour of Champions OR receive a $900 gift card†. You’ll also receive Club 2000 cycling shorts, Club 1000 jersey, event t-shirt, and an invitation to the Dinner of Champions where you will be honoured for your fundraising achievement

• Raise $5,000+ Receive a $400 gift card, Club 2000 cycling shorts, Club 1000 jersey, event t-shirt, and an invitation to the Dinner of Champions

• Raise $3,500+ Receive a $250 gift card, Club 2000 cycling shorts, Club 1000 jersey, an event t-shirt, and an invitation to the Dinner of Champions

• Raise $2,000+ Receive the Club 2000 cycling shorts, Club 1000 jersey, an event t-shirt, and an invitation to the Dinner of Champions

• Raise $1,000+ Receive the Club 1000 jersey an event t-shirt, and an invitation to the Dinner of Champions

• Raise $350+ Receive an event t-shirt

When you raise $3,500+ you can choose to join the Mission First

Club by donating your gift card back to the MS Society in return for

a tax receipt.

This generous action helps us reduce our costs and dedicate additional funds toward MS research and services.

Join the Mission First Club by selecting the option on your participant information form, contacting us at 780-463-1190 or amber.tkachuk@mssociety.ca.

Top 100 and 1000 Club perksTop 100 (from year prior): Personalized gold Top 100 fundraiser cyclist bib 1000+ Club (current year): Invite with a guest to VIP Cocktail Hour on Saturday Top 10 Teams (from year prior): Team tent at our Fillmore Construction Rider’s Village

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Top fundraising leadersOur top fundraising leaders from each event become members of our Top 100 and 1000 Clubs.

On event day, they are identified with easy-to-recognize yellow top fundraiser cyclist bibs.

Step up your fundraising so that you too can join this club!

Experiences for top fundraisersTour of ChampionsJoin top fundraisers from across Canada at the Tour of Champions and experience the worldwide movement to end MS. When you raise $12,500+ in 2019, you will be offered a spot on Team Canada at the 2020 Tour of Champions.

“It’s an amazing experience to be on tour with other top MS Bike fundraisers from across the country,” says Doug Hansen, team member of the Happy Fillmores, who has ridden in the Tour of Champions 12 times. “I am looking forward to this next experience in New York. It’s amazing to be part of a group of cyclists who are so deeply involved and connected to the cause. It’s truly an experience that creates lasting friendships and amazing memories.”

Dinner of ChampionsDinner of Champions brings together elite fundraisers from our MS Bike, MS Walk, and Golf events to celebrate their achievements. Let us thank YOU while you connect with all our exceptional fundraisers. Participants who raise $1000+ are invited to this evening of fun, friends, awards and inspiring guest speakers. Look for your invitation in the Fall!

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Rules for Safe Group Cycling

11 A properly fitted helmet is mandatory when cycling.12 Follow the Highway Traffic Act since roads will remain open to motorists.

You are required to obey all traffic signs and signals.13 Cycle on the right side of the road and pass cyclists on their left.

Make sure to say “on your left”.14 Ride single file.15 Be respectful to fellow cyclists, drivers and the communities we ride through.

For more tips on safe group cycling visit msbike.ca/safecycling

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Training tipsMS Bike is a recreational event and a fit for cyclists of all levels, but it’s always a good idea to train and get ready. Here are some tips:

• Visit United Sport & Cycle for an inspection andthey inform you if a tune up or adjustment isnecessary (fees may apply).

• Join a cycling club. Are you wanting to amp up yourlocal cycling involvement? Join the Edmonton Bikeand Touring Club (EBTC)! Fun fact: the majority ofour route bike marshals are members of EBTC!

• Go ride. Start your training rides with shorterdistances like 15 to 20 kilometres and graduallyincrease it up to 60 kilometres. We will letparticipants know about their local training ridesby email and on our social media channels.

• Test out the route. Download the free Ride WithGPS app and keep an eye out for an email with alink to our 2019 routes.

Volunteers Volunteering is another great way you can support MS Bike and make an impact on the lives of people affected by MS while meeting new people! There are so many ways you can volunteer, from helping to plan the event to assisting on event day. Email jody.deckert@mssociety.ca for volunteer opportunities at MS Bike.

Special eventsTraining rides Weekly training rides put on by Stewart Hutchings with the Town of Devon begin Saturday May 11th, 10am in the Frickin’ Delights parking lot in Devon. Email stewarth2@gmail.com to be put on our training ride communications list and stay up to date with all the training info you need!

Shop nights – April 30 & June 4You’re invited to our exclusive shop nights at United Sport & Cycle!

Enjoy a VIP shopping experience, with the whole store open exclusively to our MS Bike participants! Enjoy storewide discounts, with one-of-a-kind promotions and snacks to fuel your evening of shopping! Prepare for the ride in the best way possible: with some great deals!

For more info about pre-tour events, visit our online event calendar at msbike.ca, follow @MSBikeLedCam online or contact Amber at amber.tkachuk@mssociety.ca!

Event day supportWhen you participate in MS Bike, we’ve got you covered! The following services are provided on event day to registered cyclists wearing the event cyclist bibs:

Rest stopsOptional rest stops are available every 10-20 kilometres so you can take a break when needed. Each rest stop has a bike mechanic, portable toilets, first aid, snacks and refreshments.

Bike MarshalsBike marshals are MS Bike participants who have volunteered to help cyclists along the route. They can change a flat, provide basic first aid or contact a SAG vehicle. Bike Marshals are identified by their green bibs. Interested in being a Bike Marshal? Contact jody.deckert@mssociety.ca.

First aidTrained first aiders are available throughout the route to help all participants. If you need assistance, do not hesitate to ask. In case of an emergency, please call 911.

SAG vehiclesSupport and gear (SAG) vehicles drive the route between rest stops to help cyclists with flat tires, basic first aid, or to drive them to the closest rest stop or finish line for more help.

To signal a SAG vehicle driver, follow these steps:

1. Move safely off the road and out of the pathof other cyclists.

2. Dismount and stand near your bike.3. Remove your helmet and wave it at the

SAG vehicle.

Rider Information LineThis automated line will be active on June 22 & 23 and is your key to all essential tour information. Keep it handy during the tour weekend for quick and convenient answers to all your MS Bike questions! 1-888-978-7582

Bike mechanicsThe start line and rest stops will have a bike mechanics from United Sport & Cycle available for basic repairs. However, we recommend you visit United Sport & Cycle before the ride to ensure your bike is in top condition.

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Food & Refreshments

Food for the whole weekend is provided with the help from our generous sponsors! Food at the tour includes:

Day 1• Breakfast: Enjoy a light continental breakfast before we kick off the tour.

• Checkpoints: Snacks and refreshments are available at each checkpoint.

• Lunch Stop: Lunch will include soup, a make-your-own bunwich bar, snacks, and refreshments.

• CRE Dinner: Enjoy a hearty buffet dinner with your fellow cyclists as we come together to celebrate.

Day 2• Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty, hot breakfast at the CRE to fuel your Day 2 ride.

• Checkpoints: Snacks and refreshments are available at each checkpoint.• Lunch Stop: A light lunch on Day 2 includes soup, bagels, snacks, and refreshments.

• RBA Finish Line BBQ: Grab your team and enjoy our classic finish line BBQ to celebrate the endof the ride!

Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available throughout the weekend. If there are severe allergies or other concerns, we suggest bringing your own meals to ensure you are well-fed and safe. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Amber at amber.tkachuk@mssociety.ca.

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Your to-do list before the event Register a minimum of one month before your tour and you will receive a personalized cyclist bib on event day.

Submit (online or deliver) any funds that you raise throughout the year to the MS Society of Canada. Mail cheques with completed donation tracking forms to: MS Bike, #150, 9405 50 St NW Edmonton, AB T6B 2T4. Do not send cash by mail.

Your to-do list upon check-in Submit any outstanding cash or cheque donations along with a completed donation tracking form or online at msbike.ca. Provide all donor information, including a valid postal address, to ensure they receive a tax receipt.

You must raise the minimum $350 in order to receive your cyclists package and attend the ride.

Ready to ride? Here’s what you’ll need Helmet (required)

ID (including your Health Card)

Reusable water bottles

Rain gear (we ride rain or shine)

Sunglasses and sunscreen

Necessary medications

Pocket money

Change of clothes for evening ceremonies

Free parking is available at all start/finish locations. We recommend that you do not leave valuables in your vehicle. The MS Society cannot be responsible for lost or stolen articles.

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Finish Line ActivitiesFillmore Construction Rider’s VillageThe Fillmore Construction Rider’s Village is the focal point of all Saturday afternoon team activities at the Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds. Featuring games, prizes, a live band and DJ, this is the place to celebrate your accomplishments with your fellow teammates and cyclists!

Team IncentiveThe top 10 fundraising teams from the 2019 MS Bike will win a tent in the Rider’s Village for the 2020 Leduc to Camrose tour! Use your lot as your team’s meeting place, lounging area, or party center, and be sure to decorate to show off your MS Bike team spirit!

Alley Kat Beer GardensAlley Kat Brewery is yet again hosting our beer gardens for all those ages 18 and up. From 11am to 11pm, come and enjoy a hard-earned brew after Day 1 cycling. 100% of beer sales go towards the MS Society of Canada! Please remember to bring your photo ID and cash to enjoy a beverage for a good cause!

VIP Cocktail Hour & After PartyRaised over $1000? We invite you and a guest to enjoy a complimentary beverage from 4:00-5:00pm at the Kinsmen Hall!

After dinner it’s time to get your dance on! Come and rock out to a live band at the After Party, located in the Kinsmen Hall room at the Camrose Regional Exhibition grounds!

Fireworks!New this year we are celebrating our 30th Annual MS Bike – Leduc to Camrose with a BANG! Fireworks will go off at 10:30pm at the south side of the CRE property. Come and enjoy the beautiful display!

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AccommodationsDorms Cyclists who selected “dorms” will be staying at the Augustana Campus - University of Alberta. Cyclists staying in dorms are required to bring their own towels and toiletries. The campus is a five-minute shuttle ride from the Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds.

Shuttle buses run: Saturday - 11am to 12am Sunday - 6am to 8am

Hotels Cyclists who selected “own accommodations” are responsible for booking their own accommodations for the tour weekend. It is recommended that cyclists book their hotel rooms early, as rooms book up quickly.

• Norsemen Inn (6505 48 Ave)

• R&R Inn and Suites (6508 48 Ave)

• Motel 6 (6216 48 Ave)

• Motel Stardust (6009 48 Ave)*

• Camrose Motel (6116 48 Ave)

• Alice Hotel (5078 50 St)*

• Ramada Inn (4702 73 St)

• Windsor Hotel (4911 51 Ave)*

• Canalta Motel (4710 73 St)

*Shuttle stops by request only

Camping Cyclists who selected “camping” will be staying at the Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds. Camping cyclists may bring tents, motor homes or trailers. NOTE: This is a no-hook up campground. Please bring your own generator and water supply. However, complimentary shower facilities are available on site. Fires are NOT permitted on Camrose Regional Exhibition Grounds.

RV Drop Off: Friday, June 21 - 12pm to 8pm

RV Pick Up: Sunday, June 23 - 10am to 8pm & Monday, June 24th - 7am to 5pm

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SUNDAY JUNE 23, 2019CRE Start Line

6:00 am –8:30 am Breakfast, CRE Arena6:00 am –8:00 am Shuttle Service

(Dorms and Select Hotels)6:00 am –7:30 am Showers6:30 am –8:45 am First Aid CRE 7:15 am Bikes Unlocked 7:30 am Tour Starts9:00 am Bikes Confiscated

and taken to Ritchie Bros9:00 am ONLY Shuttle Bus

to Ritchie Bros

RBA Finish Line11:00 am –4:00 pm Finish Line BBQ

(Guest Tickets $5)

11:00 am –4:00 pm Team Photos

12:00 pm –4:00 pm First Aid at RBA

4:00 pm Route Closes

Camrose Regional Exhibition (CRE) Grounds4250 Exhibition DriveCamrose, ABT4V 4K4

Ritchie Bros Auctioneers (RBA)1500 Sparrow DriveNisku, ABT9E 8H6

Leduc to Camrose Schedule At-A-GlanceSATURDAY JUNE 22, 2019RBA Start Line

6:00 am Parking Lot opens

6:30 am Grounds Open (Check-in, pledge drop-off, luggage drop off, T-shirt/jersey, shorts pick-up, coffee and light breakfast)

6:30 am –7:30 am Team Photos

7:30 am Tour Starts

CRE Finish Line

10:00 am –11:00 pm Fillmore Construction Rider’s Village

11:00 am –6:00 pm Bike Storage

11:00 am –6:00 pm Luggage Retrieval

11:00 am –6:00 pm Dorm Check-In

11:00 am –10:00 pm Showers

11:00 am –11:00 pm Outdoor Food Vendors (Bring Cash)

11:00 am –11:00 pm Alley Kat Beer Garden

11:00 am –4:00 pm Yoga Stretch Room

11:00 am –12:00 am Shuttle Service (Dorms & Select Hotels)

12:00 pm –11:00 pm First Aid

4:00 pm –5:00 pm VIP Cocktail Hour

5:30 pm –7:30 pm Dinner (CRE Arena Guest Tickets $35)

6:30 pm Program, CRE Arena

7:30 pm-11:00 pm After Party (live band)

10:30 pm-10:45 pm Fireworks

12:00 am Last Shuttle to Augustana

12:30 am Augustana Dorms Locked

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LUNCHSt. Joseph

Lutheran Church

STARTRitchie Bros.Auctioneers

FINISHCamrose Regional

Exhibition

CHECKPOINT 2Volkman Farm

CHECKPOINT 1Clarke Farm

CHECKPOINT 3Foss Farm

CHECKPOINT 4Steblyk Farm

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Day 1 Checkpoint & Endurance Loop LegendDay 1 Checkpoint Distances Distance Total

Start to Checkpoint 1 13.5 km 13.5 km

Checkpoint 1 to Checkpoint 2 20.3 km 33.8 km

Checkpoint 2 to Lunch 10.5 km 44.3 km

Lunch to Checkpoint 3 19 km 63.3 km

Checkpoint 3 to Checkpoint 4 8.2 km 71.5 km

Checkpoint 4 to Finish 13.7 km 85.2 km

Day 1 Checkpoint Times

Checkpoint 1 8:00am – 10:45am

Checkpoint 2 8:30am – 11:30am

Lunch 8:30am – 2:00pm

Checkpoint 3 10:00am – 2:30pm

Checkpoint 4 11:00am – 4:00pm

Endurance Loop

Total Distance: 25km • Entrance Closes: 10amFor experienced riders only. Limited support offered

Route Map - Day 1

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STARTCamrose Regional

Exhibition

FINISHRitchie Bros.Auctioneers

LUNCHWetaskiwin Seventh

Day Adventist Church

CHECKPOINT 3Dairy Farm

CHECKPOINT 2Morgan Farm

CHECKPOINT 1Bittern Lake

Community Hall

CHECKPOINT 4Knoppers Farm

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Day 2 Checkpoint LegendDay 2 Checkpoint Distances Distance Total

Start to Checkpoint 1 19.5km 19.5km

Checkpoint 1 to Checkpoint 2 13km 32.5km

Checkpoint 2 to Lunch 12.2km 44.7km

Lunch to Checkpoint 3 14.1km 58.8km

Checkpoint 3 to Checkpoint 4 15.4km 74.2km

Checkpoint 4 to Finish 17km 91.2km

Day 2 Checkpoint Times

Checkpoint 1 8:00am – 10:45am

Checkpoint 2 8:30am – 11:30am

Lunch 8:30am – 2:00pm

Checkpoint 3 10:00am – 2:30pm

Checkpoint 4 11:00am – 4:00pm

Route Map - Day 2

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Post-TourPrize Pick-Up Remember, if you reach $3500+ you are eligible to receive a gift card reward — choose from RONA, Chapters or United Sport & Cycle. If you qualify, be sure to submit your prize selection during package pick up week or by emailing Amber at amber.tkachuk@mssociety.ca. Prizes will be distributed during prize pick up week in October 2019.

Stay tuned for details on where and when you can collect your 2019 rewards!

2020 Early Bird Registration Registration for the 2020 MS Bike – Leduc to Camrose (taking place June 27 & 28, 2020) will be open on June 23rd. For a limited time, you will be able to register at an all-time low, event-weekend-only price for the 2020 MS Bike. Keep a lookout at the finish line to take advantage of this incredible opportunity and secure your spot for next year!

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Event Photos Thanks to the incredible volunteers who lend their time and talents to the tour, we are able to bring you some amazing shots from the weekend’s events. Stay tuned to our Facebook page and MS Bike emails for our Flickr link in the weeks following the tour.

Please note: Our volunteers graciously provide their photography services and photographs free of charge. Be patient as they edit and upload the hundreds of photos captured during MS Bike.

Keep Cycling - Join MS Mountain Bike - Hinton! The MS Mountain Bike is a unique, adrenaline packed weekend unlike any other.

The longest standing MS Mountain Bike event of its kind, this ride has something for all riders. Whether you are a seasoned veteran, or a beginner rider, join us. All you need is a bike and the passion the end MS.

What to expect? With over 300 cyclists in attendance this two-day, 90km mountain ride offers panoramic mountain views, double and single-track trails with rest stops as well as additional challenge loops for those experienced riders. Enjoy weekend celebrations that include beer gardens, entertainment, great food and a profound sense of accomplishment.

DATE: September 7 & 8, 2019 LOCATION: Hinton, Alberta CHECK-IN TIME: 8:00am START TIME: 9:00am ROUTE LENGTH: Approx. 45km/day

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Amber Tkachuk, MS Mountain Bike Coordinator 1-800-268-7582 amber.tkachuk@mssociety.ca

• Log into your Participant Centre to access fundraising resources and track your progress

• Get fundraising tips and learn about rewards• Visit your event page for up-to-date

event information

Do you receive our emails? News updates are sent out regularly to keep you informed. If you haven’t received information, contact Amber at amber.tkachuk@mssociety.ca.

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