Under sunny skies and warm weather, the 2014 Ride for Karen started from Markham Fair Grounds.... and it was a great day all around. A lot of riders showed up and were divided based on average speed (I was a Marshall for the 35km/h group) and we rolled out over some great roads for lots of great conversations. I was very impressed with not only the organization of the event and the involvement of community businesses (Kirk and Kris ALWAYS run a top notch event!!) but with the attitudes and friendliness that flowed through the group.
A good turn out.... and together we raised almost $200,00!!! All to send kids with cancer to camps up in the Muskokas.... Thanks to everyone who sponsored me and joined the ride...
Kirk and Kris with last minute instructions for the groups. our group of 40 stayed together for the entire ride.... getting into some good conversations and making new friends... but also finding time to lay down the Hammer!!! there were some people that thought we should keep the average speed at 35km/h on the uphills also!!!
Just crossed the line... glad to be done, glad to have supported, glad to be part of a great thing... now it's time for Burgers and Cookies!!! need to re-build those energy stores you know....
