February 4th is World Cancer Day - what better time to get to know someone who is fighting cancer? Michelle Sirio was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was 36, and endured 22 cycles of chemotherapy. Now, Michelle is celebrating ten years cancer free. She is also just about to do her tenth Ride to Conquer Cancer! I spoke to Michelle about her amazing … [Read more...]
My Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer
This is a Guest Post from Michelle Sirio, cancer survivor and veteran charity ride cyclist. You can read Michelle’s story of how she conquered cancer and starting riding for the cure here. On June 13 and 14 I once again participated in the Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. This year’s Ride raised over $19 million for The … [Read more...]
8th Annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer 2015 – Save the Date!
SAVE THE DATE! The 8th Annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer 2015 Benefiting Princess Margaret Cancer Centre WHAT: On June 13th and 14th, 2015, thousands of dedicated women and men will embark on a two-day, 200-kilometre cycling journey between Toronto and Niagara Falls. This year, participants can select one of six route options to ride. The 8th annual … [Read more...]
Our First Charity Bike Ride – The MS Bike Ride
Last year Joe and I did the MS Bike Ride in Vancouver. It was our first charity bike ride. We had wanted to do a charity bike ride for quite some time, but it just never worked out. Then Joe received a request from the MS organization to publicize their Vancouver MS Bike Ride. Of course he was happy to endorse and spread the word, but it also got us thinking about joining the … [Read more...]
How Al Got Fit and Completed His First Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer
Here's another Guest Post from our friend Al, the guy who recently quit smoking, took up cycling and got fit - and has now done his first big event ride, the 240 km (150 miles) Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer! Related: How to Get Bike Fit: Complete Bike Training Plan "I have just completed the 2012 Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer, a two-day (240 km) cycling journey from … [Read more...]
