Comox Bike Company YANA Ride

The Comox Bike Co. YANA Ride registration site will be open until 11:59pm Friday, August 16th OR until such time as 600 cyclists have registered. No registration will be accepted on ride day. Transfers are permitted until 11:59pm Tuesday, August 13th. Route changes can be accommodated at the check-in area, but pay close attention to the event schedule as different routes leave at different times.

All routes are subject to change. Municipal road work may require alternative routing. Routes are visible via MapMyRide links or as images below. 

2019-100km Route via MapMyRide 

2019-50km Route via MapMyRide

2019-25km Route via MapMyRide 

2019-6km Family Route via MapMyRide

100km Ride:

Check-in 8:00 – 8:30 am, Ride Briefing 8:40 am, Ride starts 9:00 am

50km Ride:

Check-in 9:00 – 9:30 am, Ride Briefing 9:40 am, Ride starts 10:00 am

25km Ride:

Check-in 10:00 – 10:30 am, Ride Briefing 10:40 am, Ride starts 11:00 am

Family Ride:

Check-in 10:30 – 11:00 am, Ride Briefing 11:10 am, Ride starts 11:30 am

Lunch:

Starts 12:00 pm

Celebration Station Beer Garden:

Noon-4:00pm.  Ages 19+. 

Live Music: 

1:45pm 

Little Wheelers  Event (4 and under)

Check-in and decorating ride bibs 1:00 – 1:20 pm, Ride Briefing 1:20 pm, Ride starts 1:30 pm

Draw Prizes

Ongoing, special prize draws at 1:45 pm. 50/50 draws at approximately 1:45pm & 3:45pm

Live Music: 

2:10pm

Beer Garden Entertainment: 

3:00pm-4:00pm

All cyclists are eligible to participate in the Air Canada Foundation Fundraising Challenge!  For every $100 raised in pledges and donations, riders are entered into a draw to win two return tickets for travel to any Air Canada scheduled destination in North America (including Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean and select sun destinations), a prize valued at $2,800.  Not only will you be helping local families in a big way through your fundraising, but you also have a great chance to win an awesome prize!

Rules:

1. Riders must be registered in the 2019 Comox Bike Co. YANA Ride to participate in the fundraising challenge.

2. Riders will be automatically entered into the draw each time they raise $100 in pledges/donations through the on-line Race Roster site up to 11:59pm Friday, August 16, 2019.

3. A donation made during a registration transaction counts toward this challenge, but registration fees do not. Please assign the donation as a pledge toward your own ride.

4. Riders who are collecting pledges and donations off-line will need to have all funds to the YANA office by 2:00pm Thursday, August 15, 2019 to be entered into the draw. Remember YANA needs full names and addresses of donors who pledge $20 or more in order to issue tax receipts. Pledge sheet available here: https://www.yanacomoxvalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/YANA.PLEDGE-FORM.pdf

5. The draw will take place at 1:45pm on Sunday, August 18, 2019 from the main stage at Marina Park. The prize will be held for the winning participant and the winner informed by telephone if he/she is not present.

6. If a child 18 years or younger wins, the prize may be claimed by the parent or guardian listed on his/her ride waiver.

Comox Bike Co.YANA Ride has fueling stations throughout the various routes. Expect to find fruit, water and snacks as well as basic first aid. Bathrooms are available at all fueling stations.

Fueling stations for the 100km ride include:

1. Kin Beach Park
2. Merville Road Store
3. Blue Moon Estate Winery
4. Cumberland

On your return to Marina Park you will find food and entertainment. There will be lunch for all cyclists and volunteers.

We will have support vehicles and riding mechanics on routes in case you are in need of bike support.

Your bib number will feature a telephone number in case you need bicycle support at any time. 911 for emergencies.

All cyclists will receive a congratulatory prize at Marina Park. Little Wheelers will receive something unique to celebrate their participation.

Ride kits may be collected on Sunday, August 18 from 8:00 am until 11:30 am at the registration area. We suggest you collect yours during your check-in period, see event schedule above for timing. We will have a system set up at the check-in area to hold items if necessary.

Ride kits include:

• Map of the ride
• Your bib number
• A shirt if you register on or before July 15
• A small snack

All participants will be automatically entered in a draw to win prizes donated by Comox Bike Company and their suppliers. Look for signs showing draw prize winners. There are dozens of prizes including a grand prize draw to win a $500 Comox Bike Company gift certificate.

All participants who have registered on or before July 15th are getting a free souvenir t-shirt thanks to Comox Bike Company YANA Ride sponsor, Dr. Conradi.

As with all great events, The Comox Bike CompanyYANA Ride is made spectacular by the participants and volunteers. Please email volunteer@yanacomoxvalley.com or call 250-871-0343 if you would like to volunteer. Volunteers are eligible to win draw prizes and treated to lunch, beverages and snacks. Volunteers make this event possible and YANA is incredibly grateful for the volunteer spirit surrounding this event! Visit https://www.yanacomoxvalley.com/volunteer/ for more information.

1) This is not a race, but rather a self-paced ride.
2) Helmets are mandatory. An ASTM, ANSI or SNELL approved helmet is required. Cyclists must wear a certified cycling helmet with the chinstrap buckled at all times while riding on the course.
3) Carry I.D. It is recommended that all participants carry personal ID and health card in case of emergency.
4) Obey all traffic laws. All cyclists are personally responsible for obeying all traffic laws; this includes traffic lights and stop signs.
5) Emergency vehicles always have the right of way. If a rider encounters an emergency vehicle, the rider is to give way to the emergency vehicle by pulling over, stopping and dismounting.
6) Ride safely. Unless passing another rider, please ride on the right side of the lane as far as possible. Before passing another rider, announce yourself by the words “passing on the left” and ensure there is no vehicular traffic approaching from either direction. If you choose to stop while on the route, signal to the riders behind and pull over safely. Ride with your head up and in single file whenever possible. Never overlap your wheels with another cyclist. Please be aware there may be obstacles on the course. You are responsible for your own safety.
7) Maintain control and speed of your bike, even going downhill. Know your limits.
8) Ride within the designated route.
9) Display your event number. All registered cyclists must wear their event number according to instructions.
10) Acceptable bicycles. Electrically pedal assisted cycles (EPAC), hand cycles, wheelchairs, chariots, trail-a bikes, training wheel bikes, run bikes and tandems will be allowed. Please be aware that due to issues of size it may not be possible to transport these bicycles should assistance be required.
11) Use of ipods, MP3 players, headphones, or cell phones is not recommended while riding.
12) Event cancellation. The race directors and local law enforcement have the authority to modify or cancel the event in the event of unsafe conditions. The race directors reserve the right to modify, postpone, shorten or re-route the event at any time either on their own judgment or if instructed by local law enforcement personnel. Entry fees are not refundable.
13) Rain or shine. This event will proceed in the event of rain so please come prepared.
14) Event cut-off time. Any participant on the course after 2:30pm will be offered transport to the finishing area. Those who do not accept transport will be unsupported for the remainder of the ride.
15) Minor Participants. All Minor Participants must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian and submitted at the time of ride check-in. Parents/guardians are solely and entirely responsible for the supervision, safety and well being of any Minor Participant before, during and after the Cycling Event.
16) No littering or public urination.
17) Be respectful of other riders and help others when needed.
18) Please obey traffic management personnel, volunteers and course marshals.
19) Thank the volunteers. Without volunteers this event would not be possible. We value our dedicated volunteers and want to ensure that they have a great time. Abuse of any volunteer will not be tolerated. Please thank them for helping make your day a successful one.

Thanks to our partners at Comox Bike Company

Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support of YANA and for making this event possible.         

Ashley R. Smith Professional Law Corporation

Comox Fire Rescue

Merville General Store

Siglarr Viking Naturals

2013 - Simon's Cycles YANA Ride

1) Question: How do I go about collecting pledges and donations?

Answer: Each participant has a customizable pledge webpage through Race Roster. You can upload images and add text about why you're riding for YANA and/or why this cycling goal is important to you. Your webpage can be shared through social media or directly by email. If you prefer to collect cash or cheque pledges, please use a pledge sheet: https://www.yanacomoxvalley.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/YANA.PLEDGE-FORM.pdf. Contact YANA if you need assistance setting up your pledge webpage or for fundraising assistance; 250-871-0343 or info@yanacomoxvalley.com.

2) Question: Are registration fees eligible for tax receipts?

Answer: According to Canada Revenue Agency guidelines, registration fees are not eligible for tax receipts.

3) Question: Are pledges and donations eligible for tax receipts?

Answer: Yes and tax receipts are provided directly through Race Roster by email. The online pledge website will be available until August 30. Cash and cheque pledges can also be brought to the YANA office (102-2456 Rosewall Crescent) on Tuesdays or Thursdays 10-2pm or to Marina Park on ride day and tax receipts will be issued directly by YANA. Look for the Pledges & Donations station under the YANA tent. Full names and addresses of your donors are required for tax receipts to be issued.

4) Question: What is the minimum donation amount to receive a tax receipt?

Answer: Minimum donation amount for tax receipts is $20.

5) Question: Can I join a team after I've registered?

Answer: Yes, just email info@yanacomoxvalley.com and indicate your name and the team that you'd like to join.

6) Question: Can I transfer my registration to someone else?

Answer: Yes until August 14, 11:59pm. Transfers must be done through the Race Roster site. The size of the souvenir shirt will only be alterable if transfer is done before July 16, 11:59pm. There is a $1.95 transfer fee. Refunding and fee collection are handled through Race Roster.

7) Question: Can I change routes?

Answer: Yes, route changes can be made through Race Roster up until August 14, 11:59pm. There is a $1.95 transfer fee and all refunding or additional fees based on route selection are handled through Race Roster. After August 14, all route changes will be handled at the check-in area at Marina Park. Please look carefully at the event schedule so you arrive at the check-in area at the correct time for the route you want to be doing and inform check-in volunteers of the change. They will ensure you have the correct route map and you'll be on your way. If you originally registered for the $15 family loop and want to do a longer loop, please be ready to pay the difference in cash or cheque.

8) Question: Can ride kit items be held at the park while I'm cycling?

Answer: Yes, there will be a system for holding ride kit items. We do our best to secure these items, but they are being left at your own risk.