Comox Bike Company YANA Ride

Registration for the Comox Bike Co. YANA Ride begins June 1, 2023 at 9:00am.

Registration deadline is August 20, 2023 at 11:59pm.

Donations will be accepted until August 31, 2023.

***Prizes/incentives earned will be calculated as of 11:59am Friday, August 18, 2023. Rider totals include their registration donation AND all pledges/donations received.***

The 2023 Ride is 100% "Chart Your Own Course"!

SAFETY FIRST- Ride Safely observing all rules of the road/trails.

• Ride WHEN you like- Any time between August 1-20, 2023.

  • Early morning, late in the day, ride one day, or ride many days....the choice is yours!

• Ride WHERE you like- Choose your own personal route distance, location, and pace.

  • 1km or 1000kms; road, trail, track, or living room; speed of light or a snail's pace...the choice is yours!

• Ride WHAT you like- If it has wheels and is powered by YOU, it’s perfect for this ride.

  • Road bike, mountain bike, gravel bike, e-bike, trike, unicycle….the choice is yours!

• Ride TO the PARTY IN THE PARK

  • The Party will start at 11 AM on Sunday, August 20 as riders arrive at Marina Park in Comox.

    • Arrive before 2 PM for your chance to win great prizes from our sponsors.

    • Finish line and congratulations stations, beer garden, music & entertainment, activities for all, 50/50 raffle, giveaways, draws & prizes, seaside snacks and all the fun and festivities!!

See 2023 Rider Routes HERE or sign up HERE to become a YANA Ride Ambassador!

You can also support this fundraising event by purchasing tickets for the Comox Bike Co YANA Ride 50/50 for a chance to win your half of the jackpot.

Click HERE to purchase your 50/50 tickets.

Support this fundraising event by purchasing tickets for the Air Canada Foundation Raffle for a chance to win:

Two (2) Economy Class return tickets for travel to any Air Canada scheduled destination in North America including Hawaii, Mexico and the Caribbean.

The approximate commercial value of the pair of tickets is $2100 and includes Air Transportation Charges but excludes all taxes, fees and charges.

Travel must be completed by August 20, 2024 and blackout periods apply.

Click HERE to purchase your raffle tickets.

This silent auction will run from August 1-20th. It’s your chance to score some great bike gear, accessories and other fantastic items donated by the Comox Bike Co and their generous suppliers and supporters. Bid early, bid often, bid big!

Click HERE to access the silent auction

***Prizes/incentives earned will be calculated as of 11:59am Friday, August 18, 2023. Rider totals include their registration donation AND all pledges/donations received. ***

Prizes for Fundraisers

• Draw prizes for registered participants

• Discounts at Comox Bike Co. for all registered participants

• Prize for EVERY fundraising rider thanks to our generous sponsors

• Original Comox Bike Co YANA Ride t-shirt for top fundraising riders

• TOP individual and TOP team prizes

The top 200 fundraisers will receive a free souvenir t-shirt, courtesy of Quantum Dental Group.

Fundraising riders who qualify for this incentive will pick up their shirt (while quantities last) at Marina Park between 11 AM and 2 PM on August 20th.

As with all great events, The Comox Bike Company YANA Ride is made spectacular by the participants and volunteers.

We are looking for Sponsorship and Prize Canvassers to help seek re-commitment from last year's sponsors as well as Ambassadors to spread the word and help submit photos and video for our social media.

To join the Comox Bike Co YANA Ride volunteer team, sign up HERE

Our volunteer coordinator Shormila will contact you to get started. You can also contact her directly with any questions at shormila@yanacomoxvalley.com.

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. As we get more details around the Party in the Park, we will have more opportunities to help, please check back regularly to see what exciting things you can do to help support our local children.

All items pre-purchased from the STORE can be picked up during business hours at Comox Bike Company (#3, 1841 Comox Ave, Comox, BC) until August 19 by showing a printout or digital copy of your receipt.

They can also be picked up at the Party in the Park at Comox Marina Park on Sunday August 20th between 11:00am-4:00pm.

The last opportunity to pick up your items will be at Comox Marina Park on Sunday August 20th between 11am - 4pm. Uncollected items are assumed to be donations back to YANA and will be returned to inventory for future sales.

Please contact YANA at info@yanacomoxvalley.com or 250-871-0343 if alternate arrangements are required.

All the items below will be available for cash purchase at the Party in the Park on August 20th!

Please wear a 2023 Custom Ride Bib to identify yourself as a YANA Rider as you complete your ride(s) & route(s). Pick up your bib during business hours at Comox Bike Company (#3, 1841 Comox Ave, Comox, BC) between July 25 and August 19 by showing a printout or digital copy of your registration confirmation.

**Bring your bib to the Party in the Park at Marina Park on August 20th between 11am-2pm. It will be your ticket to tons of fun and your grand prize entry ballot.

We are incredibly grateful to the generous sponsors that make this event possible!

YANA (You Are Not Alone) is a registered charity available to Comox Valley families who need to travel for the medical care of a child under 19 or a pregnant mother. YANA offers accommodation and provides funding to help with expenses while families are away from home.

YANA was founded in 1986 by Sandra Williams after the financial and emotional devastation resulting from her daughter’s diagnosis of congenital heart failure and lengthy medical treatment in Vancouver. Sandra and her family committed to building an organization that ensured Comox Valley families would have the support of their community during these stressful circumstances.

YANA is proud to be the steward of Sandra’s legacy and assists with an average of 400 medical trips each year, supporting hundreds of children and families.

Every dollar raised in the community goes to help provide financial support and accommodation to Comox Valley families who need to travel to access medical care for a child or pregnant mother.

$50 = 1 night stay at a YANA apartment in Vancouver near BC Children’s Hospital

$100 = 4 night stay at Jeneece Place, Victoria

$200 = YANA envelope of cash for family’s emergency hospital transfer

$500 = 3 nights Nanaimo hotel accommodation

$1000 = B&B for Denman & Hornby expecting mothers

$1350 = 1 month medical travel expense funding

Thank you for your donation in support of Comox Valley families.

1) This is not a race, but rather a self-paced, chart-your-own course ride.

2) Helmets are mandatory. An ASTM, ANSI or SNELL approved helmet is required. Bikers must wear a certified biking helmet with the chinstrap buckled at all times while riding.

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 bikers 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 biker. 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) Acceptable bicycles. Any type of bike is allowed including but not limited to, electrically pedal assisted cycles (EPAC), hand cycles, wheelchairs, chariots, trail-a bikes, training wheel bikes, run bikes and tandems.

9) Use of ipods, MP3 players, headphones, or cell phones is not recommended while riding.

10) Rain or shine. This event will proceed in the event of rain so please ride prepared.

11) Minor Participants. All Minor Participants must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian. Parents/guardians are solely and entirely responsible for the supervision, safety and well being of any Minor Participant before, during and after the Biking Event.

12) No littering or public urination.

13) Be respectful of other riders and help others when needed.

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: Since registration is by donation for the 2023 event, all registration fees over $5 will be eligible for tax receipts.

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

Answer: Yes. Tax receipts are provided directly through Race Roster by email. The online pledge website will be available until August 31. Cash and cheque pledges can also be brought to the YANA office (102-2456 Rosewall Crescent) on Tuesdays or Thursdays 10am-2pm and tax receipts will be issued directly by YANA. 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 $5.

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 18, 11:59am. Transfers must be done through the Race Roster site. There is a $1.95 transfer fee. Refunding and fee collection are handled through Race Roster.