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Pledge a rider or team today!

Celebrate British Columbia's newest wine region by bike! Hundreds of cyclists enjoy a carefree weekend in the beautiful Cowichan Valley. Come experience its wine, cuisine, art, and breathtaking scenery and pedal towards a cure for MS.

Participants have two options:

2 - Day Tour: August 16 & 17, 2008

Starting in Mill Bay, riders head north to explore the Glenora Region. Cyclists will tour wineries, galleries and local farms. Evening festivities at beautiful Brentwood College on the Bay will include wine tasting, musical entertainment and a delicious dinner featuring the fine cuisine of the Cowichan Valley.

2 - Day Package includes

Saturday:

Snacks and refreshments before leaving Brentwood College
Sandwiches, snacks and refreshments on the route
Dinner and auction
Beer Garden
Accomodation @ Brentwood College Dormitory (first come first serve - Map)
Camping is available for those who would like to camp

Sunday:
Pancake Breakfast
Snacks & Refreshment on route
BBQ Lunch

1 - Day Tour: August 17, 2008

Riders are greeted with breakfast at Brentwood College, then head westbound to explore the Shawnigan Lake Region's Merridale Estate Cidery, glass blowing gallery, farms and more wine estates. Riders can choose three different routes of varying lengths to suit every skill level. Celebrate your victory over a delicious barbeque lunch back at Brentwood College, followed by awards and closing ceremonies.

The one-day option is perfect for those who want the Grape Escape experience in a smaller dose!

The event is selling out quickly. Register online or by phone/fax.

1 - Day Package includes

Sunday:
Pancake Breakfast
Snacks & Refreshment on route
BBQ Lunch

2008 Registration now open!

Registration for the 2008 RONA MS Bike Tour ~ Cowichan Valley Grape Escape is now open. Sign up today!
Dates for the 2008 ride have been set. Book off August 16th and 17th for the best weekend of the summer.
We're still updating the site with information for the 2008 ride. Stay tuned or call (250) 388-6496 for assistance.
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