FAQs
How do I get my rider number and submit my waiver?
You will sign the waiver and receive your rider number at package pickup before starting the ride. Registered riders have two options for registration package pick-up and check-in:
1. Pre-Registration Check-In
When: Friday, July 18, 4:30-7:00 pm
Where: The Juice Truck, 28 W 5th Ave, Vancouver, BC
NOTE: To avoid long line-ups and streamline your start on the day of the event we highly recommend coming out to Pre-Registration on Friday, July 18!
2. Ride Day Registration Check-In
When: Saturday, July 19, only between 6:30-7:30 am (prior to the ride start at 8:00 am). Be aware that if you arrive to check-in at 7:30am, you may miss the start of the ride!
Where: Canlan Ice Sports Complex Community Centre parking lot, 2411 Mt. Seymour Parkway, North Vancouver, BC
NOTE starting line location change as of July 17: This is a late-breaking change to our usual starting line location due to road closure near Ron Andrews Community Centre. Please give yourself extra time on Saturday morning to find your way to the new starting location, situated in the back parking lot which joins the Canlan Ice Sports complex and Ron Andrews Community Centre.
Can I get someone else to pick up my registration package for me?
Unfortunately, the answer is NO. You must come to your registration check-in and package pick-up in person so we can witness you signing the waiver before we give you your bib number. If you can’t make it to the pre-registration check-in, you will need to arrive early on ride day to complete your registration check-in and sign your waiver prior to the ride. Aim to arrive by 7:00 am to to ensure you won’t miss the start of the ride at 8:00 am!
Can I register on the day of the event?
Online registration closes on the Friday before the event at 12:00 noon. Unfortunately, we cannot register you the morning of the ride as we need to know numbers in advance and we have limited volunteers. Note: the number of riders for this event is capped at 250, so registration may close early if we reach our maximum before Friday.
How do I get from the top of Cypress back to Ron Andrew’s Community Centre or Canlan Ice Sport Complex?
You have two options:
Ride back
Have someone meet you at the top or bottom of Cypress
What happens if there is smoke due to wildfires the morning of the ride?
The health and safety of our riders is our first priority, so if there is excessive smoke to the level that would be unsafe for our riders, we will cancel the ride 24 hours beforehand according to our Air Quality Policy and Protocol. Even if the air quality is below the threshold but you are uncomfortable riding, please contact us before the ride and we will refund your registration or donate it on your behalf to the BCCHF and you will receive a donation receipt.
What kind of ride support will there be for the riders during the ride?
There will be several aid stations along the way which you can access during the ride. You will be able to access hydration and some nutrition from the aid stations. We strongly suggest however, that you plan to be as self-reliant as possible. Please have a flat repair kit, hydration, emergency contact information, cell phone and any specific nutrition you prefer with you on the ride.
Our Silver Sponsor Blonyx will be at Ron Andrews at the start and end of the to provide nutrition. New Silver Sponsor Nootka Bicycle Co. will be providing mechanical support throughout the ride. At the end of the ride, Silver Sponsor Mad Bodies will be offering massages to help you recover.
Will There Be Food at the End of the Ride?
When you reach the top of Cypress Mountain you can trade in your bib number for a BBQ burger (beef or vegan), cooked on-site this year by Blaze Burgers, along with their house-made chips and Caesar salad. We will also have beverages, fruit and nutrition at the finish line. The BBQ will be located in Parking Lot 1 near the Black Mountain Lodge.
Can friends and family come cheer us on?
Yes, absolutely! There are many spots along the route and especially at the finish line on top of Cypress for your personal cheer squads to station themselves to show their support.
Is the fundraising component mandatory?
There is no compulsory fundraising – any contributions will help our cause at BC Children’s Hospital’s heart unit and Children’s Heart Network but it is not expected of our participants. However, we encourage people to try and set a reasonable goal and contact their friends for donations. You would be surprised how many friends are willing to donate if you send an email that says ‘Hey, I’m doing this crazy thing for a good cause, would you like to support it?’ We built a system that makes it fun and easy to see how close you are to your goal, as well as allowing your sponsors to leave you messages of encouragement, so give it a try!
Where does the money go?
We understand that people have concerns that some rides and races don’t contribute a large part of their proceeds to charity. As such, we established very early that this organization would be about giving the absolute maximum to BC Children’s Hospital’s heart unit and the Children’s Heart Network. We are a registered non-profit organization and 100% of the donations will go directly to the charities and tax receipts will be provided for any donation above $20. All our staff volunteer all their time, and we try to keep costs down to a minimum. We use your registration fee for things such as permits, posters, signage and food for the ride. We hold a small amount in our account for next year’s expenses, but anything left over will also be donated. Also, read about our Mission and Values.
