Spin those wheels for a cause that really moves people and join WA’s largest community cycling event, now in its 15th year and sporting a fresh location with new routes to conquer.
The MSWA Ocean Ride is an annual charity bike ride that will take place on Sunday, 6th April with a backdrop of some of Perth’s most iconic scenery.
If you’re no powerhouse cyclist or cardio queen then fear not, because there’s a range of course lengths to suit all fitness levels, ages, and abilities from a short 10km family ride to an epic 130km challenge.
Not only will you be getting sweaty and having fun whilst taking in the dazzling views, your participation will also help make a real difference to the thousands of West Australians living with neurological conditions.
Chances are, you or someone you know has a reason to ride for a loved one or mutual friend living with these conditions, which can range from Multiple Sclerosis (MS) to stroke, Parkinson’s Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Acquired Brain Injury, and Huntington’s Disease — just to name a few.
Whatever your motivation, you can participate solo or encourage the whole office, family, or friend group to get together and join as a team to raise money and cycle the MSWA Ocean Ride.
The MSWA Ocean Ride Courses
Once you register, there are five ride distances to choose from:
10km Family Ride
This is the perfect family-friendly distance that gets you involved in the ride and raising money for the cause while enjoying the sunshine and the festivities on the day. You’ll start your ride in the Event Village, following the bike path and looping back to cross the finish line in Burswood Park where you’ll receive your medal.
Entry fees start at $50.00 — sign up and see more details here.
25km and 50km Rides
These are the distances where it starts to get a little bit challenging and are perfect for novice cyclists who want to push their limits a little bit. You’ll start and finish the ride at the same location, riding along the Swan River enjoying the beautiful scenery while contributing to a great cause.
Entry fees start at $65.00 for the 25km distance and $75.00 for the 50km ride — sign up and see more details here.
100km Challenge
If your New Year’s resolution was to set a big challenge for yourself to conquer, then sign yourself up for the 100km Challenge.
While this challenge is scenic, you’re likely signing up for the challenge more than the views. You’ll start and finish the ride at the Event Village in Burswood Park — the exact course you’ll embark on will be confirmed and made available closer to the event day.
Entry fees start at $110.00 for the 100km ride — sign up and see more details here.
130km Challenge
It’s a brand new route and distance and isn’t for the faint-hearted. This is the longest distance of the lot and will challenge you and push your limits. And that’s what makes the reward so much better.
You’ll be riding along the Swan River for most of the challenge, before making your way back to Burswood Park, where you’ll cross the finish line to rambunctious applause and cheers.
Entry fees start at $130.00 for the 130km ride — sign up and see more details here.
How Your Participation Helps Someone In Need
Challenging yourself and supporting a great cause is fantastic — but have you ever wondered about the work MSWA does and the difference funds raised through events like this one make?
MSWA provides vital support and services for West Aussies with neurological conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, motor neuron disease, acquired brain injury, and more.
Funds raised from the MSWA Ocean Ride go directly towards providing essential support and provides funds for research needed to continue finding the causes of these debilitating conditions, providing better treatments, and, hopefully, one day finding a cure.
You’ll rest easy, knowing that the funds you raise through this challenge will make a difference to West Aussies living with a neurological condition.
Register for the MSWA Ocean Ride
Put your body — and bike — on the line for the thousands of people living with neurological conditions in WA and enjoy a day out with friends and family in a team or solo.
Any funds raised on the day will go straight towards direct care, vital research, equipment, and expansion, with the opportunity for you to score some sweet merchandise as an incentive.
