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Event date: 7/20/2017 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM Export event
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The Big Bike Challenge

The Big Bike Challenge

Join the first Team YYC Big Bike Challenge team!

We would like to invite 28 volunteers to join the first ever Team YYC team to participate in this year’s Big Bike Challenge! All team members will receive a free Team YYC t-shirt for participating in this great cause! The Big Bike Challenge is a charitable event that supports the Heart and Stroke Foundation. For the past five years, The Calgary Airport Authority has hosted the Heart and Stroke Big Bike ride with a bit of a twist — and this year it’s the YYC Throw-down, which will take place on July 20th!

Adding a competitive edge, four teams will race the 29-seat big bike and compete to raise top dollars for heart and stroke research. Since 2012, this event has raised over $100,000 and with your help, we want to make another big impact in 2017!

Why get involved?

Heart disease and strokes impact so many Canadians’ lives. For more than 60 years, Heart & Stroke has been dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. Its work has saved thousands of lives and improved the lives of millions of others. You’ll probably run into someone today who is alive and well thanks to the countless Canadians who have supported this cause with their time and donations.

Every seven minutes, someone in Canada dies from heart disease and stroke. An estimated 1.6 million more are living with the devastating effects of these diseases. Additionally, 9 in 10 Canadians have at least one risk factor, such as high blood pressure, obesity, tobacco use, lack of physical activity and diabetes.

The threat of heart disease and stroke has never been more urgent. And it’s amplified by our aging population, sedentary lifestyles, poor diets and more.

So join us in the fight.

The Race

 Each team will ride the bike along the Departure’s Roadway. The team who completes the route in the fastest time will receive the highest points! Teams can expect to ride the bike for up to 20 minutes.

When

July 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Who

The Four Big Bike Teams:

  • Team YYC
  • The Calgary Airport Authority (YYC Crew)
  • WestJet
  • Air Canada

Where

This year’s race will take place on the Departures roadway, along with a fundraising BBQ provided by HMSHost in front of The Delta Calgary Airport Hotel. The delicious BBQ Lunches are $5 from which all proceeds will go to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Spectators and cheerleaders are welcome to come enjoy this fantastic lunch, while watching the teams go head to head for bragging rights!!

What

Teams will be scored by a representative of the Heart & Stroke Foundation on the following:

  • Total Fundraising
  • Fastest time in the Big Bike Race
  • Team Spirit

 

The team with the overall highest score will be crowned the winner!

Team Spirit:

Heart and Stroke will assess each teams overall team spirit. That means your team needs to bring its’ craziest costumes, wildest chants and an unforgettable team name! Don’t forget your music - the Big Bike is equipped with speakers that will connect to any phone or player’s headphone jack!

Fundraising

As this is a charitable event, each rider is required to raise a minimum of $50 for the Heart and Stroke foundation. A webpage link to assist you in your fundraising efforts will be provided to you. You can rally your family and friends to donate to this worthwhile cause when fundraising opens.

If you are interested in taking part in this year’s YYC Throw-down and riding the Big Bike please click the register button at the top of this page!

Go Team YYC!

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