Noosa Smiddy Cycle combines four days of exhilarating cycling through the picturesque Sunshine Coast Hinterland with opportunities to develop long-lasting relationships with like-minded professionals.

Underpinning this event is the desire not only to conquer the heights of the Hinterland but to fight cancer— with all proceeds from the event funding research into ovarian cancer.

In the two years since its inception participants in the Noosa Smiddy Cycle have already raised over $180 000 for cancer research.

By joining the Noosa Smiddy Cycle team you will be making a significant contribution toward research into this devastating disease while making some great new mates along the way.

This unique event will provide you with an opportunity for meaningful networking, developing new friendships and having some laughs as you thrash it out, side-by-side, in the saddle.

You’re invited to an exclusive four day cycling event hosted by Mater Foundation’s Smiling for Smiddy. Aussie cycling legend Phil Anderson will again

ride in the Smiddy peloton in 2015. As the first non-European to wear the ‘maillot jaune’ (Yellow Jersey) in the Tour de France, Phil paved the way for Australian cyclists in Europe.

He then went on to don the Yellow Jersey another ten times before rising to number one in the world. Phil is regarded as one of Australia’s cycling heroes. By joining the Noosa Smiddy Cycle team you’ll have the opportunity to ride alongside him and share some stories in the saddle.

“I have been part of the Smiling for Smiddy and Mater family since 2009 and I can tell you for a fact that Smiddy events bring out the best in everyone involved — riders, road crew, local communities and of course donors, loved ones and supporters.

“I put this ride into my diary every year because I love the camaraderie, mateship and laughs we have —the ‘Smiddy spirit’ that you will hear a lot about—not to mention the challenge involved in any Smiddy event.

“But the major plus for me is why we get together in the first place and knowing the money we raise on these rides is funding world-class research projects to fight cancer, a disease which has impacted all of us.”

– Phil Anderson

Places are strictly limited. Register your interest to join us today!

Join cycling legend Phil ‘Skippy’Anderson

DAY 1 Thursday 23 April Brisbane – Noosa (160 kms)

Departing Brisbane at 6 am, we cycle north to Noosa. We’ll get to know our fellow riders along the way, swapping some stories in the saddle while we take in the sea air during our final leg alongside the Pacific Ocean.

Arriving mid-afternoon at our 5 star accommodation—RACV Noosa Resort—we’ll have time to settle in and enjoy a relaxing swim before reconvening for our Welcome Dinner on site at 6.30 pm.

DAY 2 Friday 24 April Noosa – Gympie Return (140 kms)

Rolling out at 6.30pm we’ll get the heart rate up and the legs pumping with a timed ascent of the famed Noosa hill. There’ll be some friendly banter amongst new friends as we compete for King and Queen of the mountain honours.

Afterwards we’ll soak in the lush green landscape surrounding Kin Kin and Pomona as the road rolls its way through Gympie, before heading back to the coast in the early afternoon.

This afternoon there’s time to revitalise tired muscles with a therapeutic massage on-site or wind down with some pre-dinner drinks at the laid-back Resort Bar, before we enjoy a team dinner at the iconic Noosa Surf Club at 6 pm.

Itinerary

DAY 3 Saturday 25 April Noosa – Montville Return (140 kms)

Today it’s all about mateship and a helping hand on the back as we support each other to take on the hills on our way to Montville.

Leaving the resort at 5.45am we will observe a special ANZAC Day service in Mapleton before enjoying one of the best descents on the coast.

Arriving back at the resort mid-afternoon, there’ll be enough time to soak our legs in the heated lagoon pool before the highlight of our program—a special dinner hosted by keynote speaker Phil Anderson.

DAY 4 Sunday 26 April Noosa (110 km loop)

Our last day sees us hitting the road at 7am for a final loop around Noosa—taking in the best roads from Noosa to Eumundi and around the Northern end of the Sunshine Coast while soaking up spectacular ocean vistas.

We will return to the resort in the early afternoon for a final celebratory team lunch by the pool.

Inclusions

• Three nights’ accommodation at the 5 star RACV Noosa Resort, overlooking Noosa’s pristine conservation sanctuary and located just 2 km from Hastings Street

• Daily breakfast and lunch and three dinners

• On road nutrition including Megaburn bars and electrolyte drink

• Custom Smiddy cycling kit including jersey, bib shorts, wind vest, summer arms, gloves and Smiddy t-shirt

• Road crew and mechanic support

• Vehicle support including spares

• Tour leader, Garmin maps and daily profile cards

We’ve tailored a fully inclusive experience for participants, including:

Is the idea of riding 550 km a bit of a stretch? We also offer a shorter program with less time in the saddle each day. This program averages 75 km per day with plenty of free time to relax in the afternoon while you wait for your fellow riders to return. Riders who choose this program will still receive all of the same great inclusions and take part in all of the evening functions.

Money raised by the Noosa Smiddy Cycle team will directly fund ovarian cancer research efforts led by Mater senior researcher and medical oncologist Dr Jim Coward. Jim will be able to share some of the amazing outcomes of his research as he rides alongside you as part of our peloton.

Why ovarian cancer?

Ovarian cancer affects 1300 women each year and tragically most of these women will die from the disease. The only way we can change this statistic is through research. *

On registration you acknowledge your commitment to changing the odds for the women in your life, by raising $2000** in the lead up to this event.

Smiling for Smiddy will help you along the way, providing expert advice to help you achieve your goal. Our team has helped thousands of cyclists reach their goals in recent years. We know what works and we’ll share this knowledge with you.

Your participation in the Noosa Smiddy Cycle will help to create a brighter future for the women in your life; be it your wife, your mother, your sister or your daughter.

More than just a ride Registration

Payment

The Noosa Smiddy Cycle is an exclusive event and places are strictly limited. Register now or online at www.noosasmiddycycle.org.au to avoid disappointment.

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I would like to register for the full 550 km program $595 including GST $2000 minimum fundraising required

I would like to register for the reduced 300 km program $595 including GST $1500 minimum fundraising required

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**Riders who choose to join the 300 km program will be required to raise $1500

Want to bring your very own support crew? Wives, husbands, partners and children are all welcome on the Noosa Smiddy Cycle.

Noosa offers plenty of activities to keep the family entertained while you enjoy your days on the open road, before spending your evenings together at our nightly functions.

Family members are welcome to join us for the entire duration or just an evening.

Want more information? You can email us at info@smiddy.org.au for details of our partner or family packages.

“Thanks for setting fire to something deep in my soul and showing me how one person can make a difference.

Doing the Noosa ride has touched me on an emotional level I wasn’t quite prepared for— it has restored my faith in humanity and allowed me to embrace the spirit of giving.”

— Jeff McKeon (Fleet Manager, Torque Toyota)

*Australian Institute of Health and Welfare

I wish to participate in the Noosa Smiddy Cycle and understand that participation has inherent risks, including risks to personal heath arising from the physical nature of the Noosa Smiddy Cycle, falling or being knocked off my bike, risk of collision with vehicles and other objects. I am aware of the fitness level required to undertake the Noosa Smiddy Cycle and certify that I am physically capable of participating in the Noosa Smiddy Cycle and accept all risks associated with it. I understand and acknowledge that my participation will: 1. be voluntary; 2. not be paid for by the Foundation; and 3. if I am employed by any of the Foundations, not be in the course of my employment at the Foundation.

In consideration of the Foundation accepting my entry into the Noosa Smiddy Cycle, I absolutely release and waive any claim I might otherwise have had against the Foundation and any officials or volunteers associated with the Noosa Smiddy Cycle in respect of any injury, loss or damage I might suffer arising from my participation in the Noosa Smiddy Cycle, including any loss or damage arising from a breach of contract and/or negligence by the Foundation or any officials. I will also indemnify and hold harmless the Foundation against any loss or damage claimed against it by third parties as a result of any such claim made by me during the Noosa Smiddy Cycle or arising from any action or negligence caused by me during the Noosa Smiddy Cycle. I acknowledge that upon completion and acceptance of this entry registration, AUD$295 (including GST) of the entry fee is non-refundable up to 4.59pm Friday 27 February 2015, and the total entry fee is non-refundable after 5pm on Friday 27 February 2015. I hereby consent to receive medical treatment that may be deemed advisable in the event of injury, acci-dent or illness during the Noosa Smiddy Cycle. I hereby grant to the medical director(s) of the Noosa Smiddy Cycle and his or her agents, affiliates and designees, access to all medical records (and physicians) as needed and authorise medical treatment as needed. I agree to be responsible and assume liability for any and all costs incurred as a result of training for and/or participation in the Noosa Smiddy Cycle, including but not limited to ambulance transport services, hospital stays, medical care and treatment, and physician and pharmaceutical goods and services, except for care and treatment covered by my insurance. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Foundation and related parties from all liability for such costs. I acknowledge that I must hold a current personal insurance policy to cover me for injury, loss or damage as a condition of my participation in the Noosa Smiddy Cycle. I hereby grant to the Foundation the right, permission, and authority to use my name, image, voice, and/or likeness, without compensation, captured during the Noosa Smiddy Cycle and its affiliated entities or contractors, and/or the media in any photographs, videotapes, CDs, DVDs, broadcast, telecast, podcast, webcast, recordings, motion pictures, commercial advertisement, promotion materi-als, and/or any other record of this Noosa Smiddy Cycle for any purpose whatsoever. I affirm that I am 18 years of age (or will be at the time of the Noosa Smiddy Cycle) or older and have read and understood what is expected of me and I agree to adhere to the direction of the Challenge Director at all times.

I acknowledge that I am required to fundraise or personally meet a minimum of $2000 in donations for the Foundation if participating in the 550km event or $1500 in donations for the Foundation if participating in the 300km event, as part of my participation. I will demonstrate the appropriate minimum level in funds raised according to the event selected by 31 March 2015 or meet any shortfall to secure my participation in Noosa Smiddy Cycle. The Challenge Director reserves the right to suspend my involvement in Noosa Smiddy Cycle should I not be able to demonstrate the minimum required level of funds raised by 31 March 2015. I acknowledge that the Foundation reserves the right to refuse my application to register. Should my application be refused my full registration fee will be refunded to me. Each participant will automatically receive an online fundraising webpage as a part of the registration process either as an individual or as a part of a team. All participants agree to Everyday Hero terms & conditions which can be viewed in detail at https://everydayhero.com/au/terms

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