The Calgary to Austin Peloton Project (CTAPP)

Submitted by Robin Brittner
CPC Calgary Downtown

The Calgary to Austin Peloton Project (CTAPP) is the flagship event of Cancervive for awareness and ambassadorship. The eight-day bike excursion from Calgary to Austin will feature the riders in groups of five cycling relay style 24 hours a day.

Canadian Progress Club Calgary Downtown has been a major supporter of this fund raiser for the past 3 years. This year, the 3800km Peleton ride raised over $380,000 for Cancer Survivorship, more importantly the creation of Wellspring.

Support vehicles assist and escort them on the 2,400-mile trek. We’ve also scheduled the ride, which takes place October 3 - October 11, for our cyclists to arrive in Austin in time to participate in LAF’s LIVESTRONG charity bike ride on October 14, 2007. In addition to the 30 cyclists, up to 30 cancer warriors will be flown down to Austin to participate in the LIVESTRONG event.

The Warrior Program is designed to give these warriors a break from their battle, and provide them with a small dose of hope and inspiration.

For more information please visit the cancervive website at www.cancervive.ca.