By TANIA PHILLIPS
IT’S that time of year again – time for That Dam Ride around the Granite Belt and Stanthorpe area or at least to start preparing for it when it finally takes to the road on 28 February.
Described as a “cycle route with personality” this is the third year of the event according to organiser Dan Cuthbert.
So why do it?
“To encourage exercise, promote our district, raise funds for charities via the Lions club and get like-minded people together,” he said.
“Cycling is a growing sport, and we have a great place to ride due to low traffic levels, no lights, much safer, great scenery, challenging couses.”
All funds go to Lions which distribute them throughout district to worthwhile causes.
So how did it start?
“I am a keen cyclist and wanted to be able to offer people a weekend away seeing how great the place is and also make it good for the Lions club who help me out,” Dan said.
And the event is growing well, according to Dan.
“We’ve had 66 each year for the first two (the Tour De France only had 60 in its first year). This year we are aiming for 100.”
“Why do it? The terrain, the distance, the hills and the unpredictable weather.
“If you like cycling and a challenge, why wouldn’t you do it?”
For more information head to www.ThatDamRide.com.au or head to Facebook.
There are three courses the full course, half course and novice course – all ending at the Storm King Dam.
