Ride to Conquer Cancer Archives • Average Joe Cyclist

2,500 Cyclists Set off in Ride to Conquer Cancer in BC

Average Joe Cyclist — Sat, 25 Aug 2018 21:56:11 +0000

BC’s largest cycling fundraiser draws over 2,500 riders, to advance cancer care for the people of BC. Check out videos of the opening ceremonies, and photographs of the cyclists!

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10th Annual Ride to Conquer Cancer Begins this Saturday August 25th in Surrey

Average Joe Cyclist — Wed, 22 Aug 2018 19:07:37 +0000

Organizers announced this morning that cyclists have raised over $8.3 million for the 9th annual Ride to Conquer Cancer

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An interview with Dara Sheridan about her Ride to Conquer Cancer

Average Joe Cyclist — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 19:52:22 +0000

Find out more about the Ride to Conquer Cancer, including details of the ride in your province!

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An Interview with Chris Brochu of Kamloops about his second Ride to Conquer Cancer

Average Joe Cyclist — Mon, 21 Aug 2017 13:07:17 +0000

This August, Chris is riding with his sister, brother-in-law, family friends and friends on Team Melanoma Warriors

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David Marchione prepares for his 5th Ride to Conquer Cancer!

Average Joe Cyclist — Mon, 05 Jun 2017 12:08:19 +0000

I interviewed Ontario’s David Marchione, who is gearing up for his FIFTH Ride to Conquer Cancer! David shares his motivations for doing this two-day, long-distance fund raising ride year after year.

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Ken Schulzke Gears Up for His First Ride to Conquer Cancer

Average Joe Cyclist — Wed, 12 Apr 2017 12:08:56 +0000

Start doing some research to find a group ride or even a race that you would like to join one day

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Karen Ingram’s SIXTH Ride to Conquer Cancer!

Average Joe Cyclist — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 13:08:53 +0000

You are certain to make new friends when you do your first charity bike ride! You can enhance this possibility by joining or forming a team

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Yes we can! Inspiration and advice to get cycling fit and do a gran fondo

Average Joe Cyclist — Fri, 02 Sep 2016 06:35:50 +0000

You don’t have to clip into your pedals if that makes you uncomfortable – or makes you fall over! This is why we don’t go clipless …

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Interview with Matt Fenrich about his Upcoming BC Ride to Conquer Cancer

Average Joe Cyclist — Sat, 20 Aug 2016 22:59:02 +0000

Matt Fenrich talked to Average Joe Cyclist about his plans to celebrate his marriage and his recovery from cancer by completing the BC Ride to Conquer Cancer on his wedding anniversary. Matt has gone from being bed-ridden and on a feeding tube, to riding a 200 km charity bike ride. Read his inspiring story!

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Support Heather in Her Ride to Conquer Cancer!

Average Joe Cyclist — Mon, 06 Jun 2016 19:30:57 +0000

Heather Adams is an inspiring woman who is into her second year of cycling away from a frightening illness, working hard to try to reduce the suffering of others who will have to fight cancer in the future. We interviewed Heather, and are happy to share the responses of this remarkable and brave woman.

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