The 2012 Becel Ride for Heart in Toronto

The Becel Ride for Heart is a glorious Toronto charitable fund raising tradition, which will repeat on June 3, 2012.

(Added April 6, 2013): The 2013 Becel Heart and Stroke Ride will take place June 2, 2013.

(Added April 6, 2013): One of the lesser known online shopping sites for bicycles and cycling accessories is Light in the Box. I like the look of their 11 or 16 function multi-tools: like a Swiss Army knife for bike repair. Also check for their daily deals, linked from their home page.

Why Support the Becel Heart and Stroke Ride for Heart?

"Don Valley Parkway" by Dougtone (Doug Kerr)
"Don Valley Parkway" by Dougtone (Doug Kerr)

You, your family, friends and love ones all have some risk of heart disease.

The”Ride for Heart” charity eventĀ  raises money for the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. Their mission is to eliminate heart disease, and to minimize the impact of such disease, by promoting research, healthy living, and advocacy.

The Fitness Angle for Toronto Ride for Heart

“Ride for Heart” is a fitness event, by virtue of incorporating a bicycle ride up and down the Don Valley Parkway. As the above image shows, the DVP is a lovely stretch of road, especially when there are no pesky automobiles in the way.

People with limited cycling ability can opt for the 25Km distance. Those with more endurance can bicycle for 50 or 75 kilometres.

The route includes rest stops; the organizers offer some refreshments, although you may want to bring your own water as well.

A Word to Car Drivers about the “Ride for Heart” Event and the Don Valley Parkway Closure

The Don Valley Parkway, and at least part of the Gardiner Expressway, will be closed to cars, trucks and motorcycles to allow cyclists to safely participate in the “Ride for Heart“.
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Today’s news included quotes from drivers who were surprised or upset that the DVP was closed for annual maintenance on the weekend of April 14-15, 2012.

Spread the word about “Ride for Heart”: please ensure no-one is surprised by the Don Valley Parkway closure on Sunday, June 3, 2012.

How to Register for the 2012 Toronto Ride for Heart Bicycle Event

The Ride for Heart registration page starts with a waiver of liability. Click “agree” and follow their directions.

The Ride for Heart has individual, family and corporate registrations; you may want to check with your employer or co-workers to join that team.

This is a charity; they need your fund-raising efforts and insist on $100 in addition to the registration cost.

How can a Non-Cyclist Become Involved in the Ride for Heart?

Even if you cannot participate on your bicycle, you can sponsor a friend or co-worker, or even go to their site to make a donation. Donations, but not registration fees, are tax-deductible.

(Updated May 28). Beyond this one charity cycling event, May 28 kicks off Toronto Bike Month, as I report in a future article.

Ride for Heart is a very worthy cause, and a great chance to enjoy bicycling in the Don Valley. Register before it fills up!

(Disclaimer: DeHaan Services has no relationship to “Ride for Heart” or “Heart and Stroke Foundation”; neither reimburses me for writing this article).