Key Dates
February 1, 2024 – Registrations Open
July 1, 2024 – “Early Bird” Registrations Close
Early bird registration guarantees a ride jersey for the event. If you register after this date, we cannot guarantee a jersey in the size you require.
(TBA) – Registrations Close
August 11, 2024 – Ride for Isabel 2024 – riders to arrive by 6am
Registration Types
Adult: 16+ years of age
(Note: Riders 16-18 years of age at the time of the event require written consent from a parent/guardian to participate.)
Child: 12-16 years of age
(Note: Riders under 18 years of age at the time of the event require written consent from a parent/guardian to participate.)
Short Course: Approximately 50km (from Norman Park in Gordonvale to Giangurra / Second Beach in East Trinity, then back to Norman Park).
Long Course: Approximately 100km (Short Course, plus an additional ride from Norman Park to Barbagallo Road in Aloomba, then back to Norman Park).
What’s included in your registration
Every cyclist who undertakes Alive Pharmacy Warehouse Ride for Isabel must pay a registration fee for participating in the event. This registration will cover riders support, safety services and other operation costs. It also includes a barbecue lunch and an official 2024 Ride for Isabel Jersey.
Fundraising Requirements
Alive Pharmacy Warehouse Ride for Isabel is a charity fundraising event. Therefore, in addition to paying the registration fee, every rider who signs up for the event is required to raise at least $100 for the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation.
In order to assist riders in their fundraising efforts, each will automatically receive an online fundraising webpage as a part of their registration process for the event. The Hospital Foundation has set a fundraising target of $20,000 for the 2024 Ride for Isabel. All funds raised by this event will support the Special Care Nursery at the Cairns Hospital.
Each registered participant is expected to fundraise at least $100 to go towards improving outcomes of the most precious babies in FNQ.
Registration fees will cover costs of the ride but your donations and those of your donors will go towards supporting neonatal babies in FNQ. Each year, almost 1000 babies are patients of the Special Care Nursery at Cairns Hospital. The Foundation aims, through your support, to provide more equipment for this crucial service.
Need a nudge to kickstart your fundraising efforts?
Look no further! Here are some top-notch tips to help you get the ball rolling:
Personalise your fundraising page: Craft a story that touches hearts. Explain what’s driving your fundraising efforts – a personal story can deeply resonate with potential donors.
Personalised Crowdfunding: Share your unique connection to the cause. Encourage friends and family to support your journey by sharing the link to your direct fundraising page.
Keep Them in the Loop: Your supporters are part of your journey! Regularly update them about your training and fundraising milestones. The more they feel connected to your quest, the more they’ll be inspired to contribute.
Host a Fundraiser: Think outside the box – bake sales, barbecues, auctions, raffles, 100 boards, movie nights, or board game evenings. Consider implementing dollar matching to double the impact.
Tools at Your Disposal: To bolster your fundraising, we can provide a donation tin and a letter of authority to fundraise, making it easier for you to gather support.
With these strategies in hand, you’re well-equipped to make your fundraising efforts a roaring success. Remember, each contribution brings us closer to our goal and makes a significant difference!
Preparing your body and your bike
To gain maximum enjoyment from participating in the 2024 Alive Pharmacy Warehouse Ride for Isabel, riders should undertake some basic preparations in advance: get your body and your bike into shape!
Preparing your body
Any reasonably fit person should be able to enjoy the ride, but cycling, like all other aerobic activities, uses specific muscles. While you may feel fit, because you walk, jog or run on a regular basis, if you suddenly start pedalling long distances you will rapidly – and painfully – discover muscles you did not realise you had!
You will need to gradually build up your general level of “cycling fitness” to enable you to comfortably cover the distance required.
The training program outlined below should help.* But remember, you don’t have to go overboard! Start with rides maintaining a steady pace and a high cadence. (About 80-100 rotations per minute is best.) It is actually more efficient to spin those legs, rather than push hard.
Just do what you can and try to maintain a regular cycling schedule.
| Week | Number of riding days | Consecutive riding days | Longest ride (km) | Other rides (km) | Difficulty |
| 1 | 3 | 2 | 20 | 10-15 | Start easy, on flat terrain, while your bike and your body adjust to each other. |
| 2 | 4 | 3 | 30 | 15-20 | Start to introduce some hills |
| 3 | 4 | 3 | 40 | 15-20 | Try to tackle two hilly rides |
| 4 | 5 | 3 | 50 | 15-20 | Make one of the shorter rides a big hill climb – e.g. a one-kilometre climb without a break. |
| 5 | 4 | 3 | 60 | 30-40 | Include hills in all your rides, apart from one easy recovery ride. Try doing a decent hill climb twice during the early stage of a longer ride. |
| 6 | 3 | 2 | 70 | 30-50 | Include a one kilometre climb in your ride – Copperlode! |
| 7 | 3 | 2 | 80 | 40-50 | Include a one kilometre climb twice during your ride. |
| 8 | 3 | 2 | 80 | 40-50 | Now you’re ready for Ride for Isabel |
*This program assumes you are starting from zero, cycling-wise. If you already cycle regularly, simply begin the program at the point where you feel most comfortable and then start to push beyond your comfort zone!
Preparing your bike
A comfortable mountain bike is suitable for this ride.
We recommend tubeless tyres fitted for the ride. This will reduce your chance of getting a puncture.
You should also remember to:
- Take your bike to a bike shop for a service at least a month before the ride. (If you live in the Cairns region, don’t forget to book it in advance, as local shops are get busy in the lead up to the many cycling events in FNQ during the dry season.
- Ensure your bike is in a comfortable and efficient riding position. If it is adjusted to suit your particular body size and shape, you will feel more relaxed and able to ride longer distances with less effort. Your local bike shop should be able to help set up your bike correctly.
- Make sure you check your shoes, cleats and bike set up including handlebars, seat and tyres, before the ride. And don’t forget your brakes!
Cancellation Policy
A registered participant who wishes to cancel their registration for the 2024 Alive Pharmacy Warehouse Ride for Isabel and withdraw from the event, will have their registration fee converted to a donation, and will receive a tax-deductible donation receipt.
Note: Any money raised by a participant as part of their fundraising efforts will not be refunded, as it has been raised on behalf of the Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation.
Full Terms and Conditions
The following are the terms and condition of entry to the 2024 Alive Pharmacy Warehouse Ride for Isabel (“the event”) August 11, 2024.
I AGREE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE EVENT ON THE FOLLOWING BASIS:
- I agree to fundraising the minimum of $100.00 as part of my participation in the 2024 Alive Pharmacy Warehouse Ride for Isabel. I understand I will not be permitted to start the event unless I can demonstrate the donations or meet any shortfall in funds raised. Each participant will automatically receive an online fundraising webpage as part of the registration process.
- By participating, I acknowledge that cycling activities are dangerous recreational activities and that participating involves inherent risks and hazards including group/pack riding/free riding arrangements.
- I understand the ride is not a race and is conducted on public roads used by other traffic and that the roads will not be closed to traffic.
- I agree to abide by the Queensland Road Rules and to follow any directions given by the Queensland Police, Ride Director or Ride Authorities.
- I will ensure I am competent to take part in the ride, that my bicycle is mechanically sound and recently serviced and I will wear an approved bicycle helmet and ride identification as required.
- I am in good health and physically capable of participating in the ride. I do not have any medical conditions that may affect my own safety or the safety of anyone involved in the event. I am not currently undergoing investigations for any as yet undiagnosed medical conditions.