Rider Proposal - Around The Pearl 2016

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Around The Pearl is an annual cycling challenge
over 10 days covering 1400KMS around the
beautiful coastal belt of Sri Lanka with an aim to
raise funds for wheelchairs for children affected
by Cerebral Palsy. A group of non-progressive
disorders of movement and posture, Cerebral
Palsy is one of Sri Lanka’s most common
permanent childhood disabilities.
This year, we invite you to join us on a life changing
bicycle journey around the coast of Sri Lanka and
help us in our mission to help children suffering
with Cerebral Palsy.
Since the inception in 2014, Around The Pearl has
raised substantial funds and donated over 1100
wheelchairs as an initial step towards reaching
the herculean challenge of 40,000 wheelchairs.
The Ride - 10 Day Tour
A cycle ride that goes around the coastal belt of
Sri Lanka for over 10 days, covering 100s of
towns, embracing the tropical beauty of the
island, with the participation of both local and
international riders. Held from the 7th to the 17th
April 2016.
The Race - Chalai Challenge
The ultimate off- road mountain bike cycling race
and ride along the East Coast between Mullativu
and Point Pedro. With the participation of over 100
local and international riders. Held on the 14th April
2016.
Charity Ride In Australia
A ride in the city of Melbourne, Australia ending at
the Melbourne Cerebral Palsy Foundation followed
by a charity dinner held in order to raise funds for
the Wheels for Wheels Foundation. Held on 7th
May 2016.
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STAGE 8
Jaffna
163.80 Km
STAGE 7
Mullaitivu
132.30 Km
STAGE 9
STAGE 6
Marichchukkaddi
164 Km
Trincomalee
100.70 Km
STAGE 5
Passikudah
126.51 Km
STAGE 10
Negombo
54 Km
STAGE 1
STAGE 4
Colombo
146.20 Km
Pottuvil
147.80 Km
STAGE 2
Mirissa
136.40 Km
STAGE 3
Kataragama
136.10 Km
• Twin sharing accommodation in 3 to 5 star hotels
and two nights of camping.
• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
(A light breakfast for riders and on tour
meals and beverages)
• Daily luggage transport during the ride
• Mechanical support and service on-route
• Bike truck and support vehicles
• Medical support including ambulance on-route
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Chalai Challenge registrations
- Rs 2800/USD 20
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For individual stages
- Rs. 12,000 (with lodging)
- Rs. 5,000 (without lodging)
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For All 10 stages
- Rs.100,000
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Thursday, 7th April 2016 Departure from Independence Square,
Colombo at 6.00 am.
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• Adequate training and preperation for long
distance cycling.
• Suitable road bike & a mountain bike in good
condition.
• Register and agree to conditions of entry.
• Medical checks and personal insurance cover.
• Wear Around The Pearl branded jersey along
the ride.
• Register on the Around The Pearl fundraising
platform and raise funds for wheelchairs.
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Rider Responsibilities
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AROUND THE PEARL
AROUND
THE PEARL
SCHEDULE
START
INDEPENDENCE
SQUARE
OVERNIGHT STAY
146.2KM
ALONG GALLE ROAD
APRIL
ROAD
136.4KM
MATARA
HAMBANTOTA
MANDARA
ROSEN
TISSAMAHARAMA
ROAD
BAY VISTA
HOTEL
09TH
136.1KM
POTTUWIL
LAHUGALA
APRIL
SIYAMBALANDUWA MONARAGALA
BIKE
ANILANA
PASSIKUDAH
147.8KM
KOMARI
AKKARAIPATTU
KALMUNAI
BATTICALOA
CHENKALADI
ROAD
ANILANA
NILAVELI
TRINCO
126.51KM
SERUWAVILA
PASSIKUDAH
APRIL
BIKE
OVERNIGHT STAY
BUTTALA
OVERNIGHT STAY
ROAD
10TH
KATARAGAMA
APRIL
BIKE
OVERNIGHT STAY
NILAVELI
OVERNIGHT STAY
BIKE
08TH
POTTUVIL
07TH
ROAD
WELIGAMA
ARUGAM BAY
APRIL
BIKE
MANDARA
RESORT
11TH
VAKARAI
REST DAY
APRIL
12TH
A N I L A N A N I L AV E L I
OVERNIGHT STAY
APRIL
BIKE
13TH
ROAD
MULLAITIVU
(CAMPING)
102.7KM
KOVIL JUNCTION
MULLAITIVU
KOKILAI FERRY CROSSING FERRY POINT
APRIL CHALAI
14TH
NILAVELI
PULLMODDAI
OVERNIGHT STAY
BIKE
MTB
CHALLENGE
CHALAI
132.3KM
NAGAR KOVIL
JETWING
JAFFNA
POINT PEDRO
APRIL
BIKE
OVERNIGHT STAY
ROAD
MARICHCHUKKADDI
CAMPING
MARICHCHUKKADDI
15TH
163.8KM
SEELAWATHURAI
APRIL
MANNAR
16TH
POONERYN
BIKE
BIKE
MTB
ROAD
164KM
ACROSS WILPATTU NP
ELUWANKULAM
BIKE
FINISH
RAJAGIRIYA (CPLF DREAM CENTER)
TOTAL DISTANCE
(ESTIMATED)
1310.4KM
ROAD
54KM
JAFFNA
PUTTALAM
OVERNIGHT STAY
JETWING
NEGOMBO
APRIL
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HOTELS
OFFICIAL HOSPITALITY PARTNER
Hotels / Travels / Events
Mandara Resort – Weligama
Located along the South West Coast of Sri Lanka, the Mandara Resort
offers luxurious comforts amidst tropical settings, to discerning travelers.
Replete with lavish rooms, mouthwatering cuisine and a myriad of
activities to choose from, Mandara is the ideal place to relax and unwind.
Mandara Rosen – Kataragama
Situated in the religious city of Kataragama, Mandara Rosen is an elegant
hotel surrounded by the jungle. Located in close proximity to places of
religious importance such as the Kiri Vehera and the Kataragama Sacred
Bo Tree, Mandara offers its guests impeccable service, modern rooms
with all amenities and an outdoor pool with piped, underwater music.
Blue Wave Hotel – Arugambay
Situated in the beautiful beach town of Arugambay: world renowned as
a great surfing spot, the Blue Wave Hotel is the only luxury hotel in the
area. The hotel is located at the beginning of the bay area and offers all
modern amenities, free WiFi, 24 hour room service, a swimming pool and
a well equipped gym.
Bay Vista – Arugambay
Located in the heart of Arugambay, Bay Vista is located in close
proximity to the world renowned surfing areas of A-bay. The hotel offers
all modern comforts including free WiFi, private balconies, and air
conditioned rooms and freshly laundered bedding.
Anilana – Passikudah
Located on the pristine and breathtaking beaches on Pasikuda, Anilana is
a hidden gem with luxurious rooms that boast of an abundance of space,
breathtaking views of the Indian ocean and a delightful infinity pool. An
amazing combination of star class luxuries and warm hospitality, Anilana
is the perfect place sit back, relax and unwind.
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Anilana – Nilaveli
Located on one the best beaches in the world, Anilana Nilaveli is a
stylishly designed resort that offers luxury accommodation, scrumptious
cuisine and world class hospitality. Replete with two large swimming
pools, landscaped gardens and an abundance of activities and amenities,
Anilana is the perfect place for a luxurious escape.
Camping –Mullaitivu
Situated in the North-Eastern Coast of Sri Lanka, Mullaitivu is a largely
fishing settlement with a rich history. A town that was once war torn,
Mulativu has much to offer to adventurous travelers and explorers.
Jetwing Jaffna – Jaffna
The latest addition to the Jetwing hotel family, Jetwing Jaffna is located
in a town that is an eclectic mix of colonial charm and Tamil culture. The
hotel offers 55 deluxe rooms all complete with luxurious modern
amenities, a restaurant serving local and international cuisine and star
class service.
Camping – Marichchukkaddi
Located in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka, Marichchukkaddi was
once a war torn area. It is a place rich in history and culture with much to
offer to adventurous
Jetwing Blue - Negombo
A stylish beach hotel located in Negombo, Jetwing Blue strives to
provide its guests with the ultimate beach holiday experience. With the
perfect combination of Sri Lankan hospitality, luxurious amenities and
delectable cuisine that is sure to tantalize your taste buds, Jetwing Blue
is every ready to make sure you have a memorable beach getaway.
2016
THE
CHALAI
CHALLENGE
An exhilarating off road
mountain bike cycling
race and ride.
The Chalai Challenge will take place on the
14th of April 2016 and will see over 100 local
and international, professional and competitive
riders taking part in an exhilarating off road
mountain bike cycling race and ride, along the
East Coast between Mullaitivu and Point Pedro
over the famous Chalai Crossing. This 112 KM
stretch will have riders trailing through an
uncharted coastal route seen of and traveled by
only a handful.
This invigorating cycling endurance challenge
is ideal for all mountain bikers,endurance
athletes and fitness enthusiasts. The ride will
ensure an adventurous challenge to all. Most
will ride to complete and compete within ones
self while the local and international elite riders
will push the limit and set records. Exciting
prizes will be awarded to the winner of the
challenge.
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Riders will enjoy the evening and night at the
brand new Jetwing Jaffna hotel indulging in
some traditional Sinhala and Tamil New Year
rituals.
Special offers on transport to and from the race
venue and lodging arrangements available.
Registration Fee for Chalai Challenge :
USD 20/ Rs 2,800
Contact us for more details on how to be
a part of the Chalai Challenge.
+94776012169 (Udam)
+94777446786 (Naomi)
[email protected]
THE
PROJECT
SO FAR...
Join us to make a change...
2016
OUR GOAL
Our ultimate goal is to donate 40,000
wheelchairs to the children with Cerebral
Palsy in Sri Lanka. To date, funds for 1100
wheelchairs have been raised and 1000
wheelchairs have been distributed across Sri
Lanka.
CEREBRALPALSY
THE PROJECT
Cerebral Palsy permanently affects body
movement and muscle coordination, thus
wheelchairs remain an important mode of
movement for the affected individuals,
providing much needed freedom. Children
affected by Cerebral Palsy usually have
limited mobility or are completely bed ridden
which often leads to various health
complications including muscle contractures.
Children who do not have wheelchairs find it
difficult to live a fulfilling life as they cannot
even leave their homes, so they struggle to
make friends and find it difficult to fit into a
community. This project was initiated to
enable the children with Cerebral Palsy to get
out of their house bound situation and to
encourage their maximal participation in the
society.
THE
PROJECT
SO FAR...
Special wheelchair
donation camps
The special wheelchair donation camps for
children with Cerebral Palsy will provide an
opportunity for parents to seek assistance if
they have a child with Cerebral Palsy or if
they suspect that their child may be affected
by the disorder.
2015 – Wheelchair
Donation Camps
Total No. Of
participants
Total No. of
Wheelchairs
given
Registered for
future program
Referred for
adult
wheelchair
Ambalantota
79
54
14
11
Anuradapura
42
25
17
5
Moneragala
49
30
12
7
Jaffna
248
150
71
27
Kandy
133
112
12
9
Ratnapura
83
66
11
6
Kurunegala
144
108
19
17
Galle
98
77
13
8
Batticaloa
180
140
27
13
Moratuwa
86
61
25
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Wellawaya
69
54
15
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Wattala
70
70
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Nuwera Eliya
38
25
13
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Venue
All riders are required to raise funds for wheelchairs to the best of their ability through
personal or institutional donors to qualify for the ride. (Funds to be raised from 4th Feb
to June 30th 2016)
This is how you earn your rider pin and put a smile on a child’s face:
RUBY
In order to qualify as a
Ruby rider,
the participant will have
to donate or raise funds
for 10 + wheelchairs.
PEARL
SAPPHIRE
In order to qualify as a
Sapphire rider,
the participant will have
to donate or raise funds
for 25 + wheelchairs .
In order to qualify
for the coveted
Pearl Rider pin,
the participant will have
to donate or raise funds
for 100 + wheelchairs.
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Train ahead on endurance and
strength to help you ride 120KM–
150 KM per day.
Be patient as there are some
countryside roads that have no
direction signs. Your ride
marshals’ will assist you and the
locals are always helpful when
looking for directions.
Decide on the right bike model,
which is a road bike which fits you
well for an efficient and
comfortable ride.
Keep sipping water. It can get
really hot and humid. No need to
overload since there will be back
up in close proximity.
Be ready to ask for assistance
if in physical discomfort or a
mechanical.
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Consume only the
recommended quantity of
foods. Failing to do so might
result in you getting side
effects during your cycling ride.
Sri Lanka is a tropical country
with average temperature of 30
C° - 33 C° and relative humidity
of 60 – 65%. Chances of
sunburn are high, hence apply
good sunscreen minimize the
sun burns.
Things you should consider
bringing along: gloves,
waterproof cover/bag,
lightweight rain jacket,
sunglasses, sun cream, a
camera.
It’s okay to glance down at
your bottle of water before
grabbing or replacing it, but
keep your eyes on the road as
you reach. Don’t tilt your head
to get the water into your
mouth, tilt the bottle. You never
know what or who you may
encounter on the roads so
always keep an eye out.
(Occasional bulls, cows and
dogs tend to wander around in
the rural areas of Sri Lanka)
To avoid muscle soreness and
fatigue, don't hunch your
shoulders. Tilt your head every
few minutes to stave off tight
neck muscles. Better yet: Stop
to admire the scenery!
REGISTRATION FORM
7TH TO THE 17TH APRIL 2016
YOUR DETAILS
NAME :
EMAIL :
PHONE :
ADDRESS :
NAME OF EMERGENCY CONTACT :
RELATIONSHIP :
PHONE :
ANY MEDICAL CONDITIONS :
BLOOD GROUP :
RIDE OPTIONS :
THE RIDE - 10 DAY TOUR /RS.100,000
THE RACE - CHALAI CHALLENGE /RS.2,800
I will ride on the following Day(s):
RIDER JERSEY :
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SMALL
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STAGE RIDER /RS.12,000
DAY RIDER (WITHOUT LODGING)/RS.5,000
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MEDIUM
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LARGE
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PAYMENT DETAILS
Payment in Sri Lanka:
Bank: Seylan
Branch: Millenium
A/c Name: Wheels for Wheels Foundation (Gte) Ltd.
A/c No: 086033479831001
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CONTACT DETAILS
+94776012169 (Udam)
+94777446786 (Naomi)
[email protected]
For more details visit:
/AroundThePearl
www.aroundthepearl.lk
TERMS OF CONDITIONS
Please read the Terms and Conditions stated below that will be applicable to all riders taking part in Around The Pearl from 7th Sunday to the 17th of April 2016. Adhering to
these Terms and Conditions will ensure that the event will run smoothly and safely. By registering to participate in the Ride, you (Ride Participant) accept and agree to these
Entry Terms as follows: (Ride Participants include Riders, Volunteers, Staff or anyone who participates in the Ride)
1. Ride Participants must be over 18 years old. Riders who are below the age of 18 require special approval and must have a parent or guardian sign the entry form and give
consent to their participation in the ride.
2. The Ride Participant must comply with all traffic and road rules and exercise caution and ride defensively and courteously.
3. The Ride Participant must wear an approved bicycle helmet securely fitted and fastened when riding a bicycle during the Ride as well have lights for visibility during dark hours.
4. The Ride Participant is responsible for ensuring that he/she has adequately prepared, both physically and mentally for the Ride and is required to have obtained an appropriate
medical check up
5. If, during the Ride, the Ride Participant becomes ill or is injured, the organizers will endeavor to call for medical transport, usually an ambulance. Any medical transport will be at
the Ride Participant’s expense.
6. The Ride Participant must ride a bicycle that is in a serviceable condition.
7. The Ride is held outdoors and will not proceed withstanding poor weather conditions on the day of the Ride. The organizers will not be liable to the Ride Participant for any loss,
damage, cost or expense of any kind including, but not limited to, refund of entry fees, in the event of poor weather before or during the Ride.
8. If the Ride Participant wishes to cancel his/her participation in the Ride, the Ride Participant must notify the organizers in writing, providing his/her name, address, phone number
and reason for cancellation. Written cancellations received before the 14th March will be refunded for their registration fee in full. No refunds are given after the 30th March.
9. ATP is under no obligation to refund monies or entry fees due to non-use, cancellation, failure to participate or dissatisfaction by the Ride Participant.
10. ATP may, in its absolute discretion and without giving reasons for its decision, accept or refuse an application for entry.
11. Conduct which in reasonable opinion of ATP, is deemed inappropriate may result in the Ride Participant being expelled from the Ride.
12. The organizers are not liable to the Ride Participant for any loss, damage, cost or expense, whether direct, indirect, and incurred by the Ride Participant that may result from any
action taken by ATP.
13.The Ride Participant understands that during the course of the ride certain risks and dangers may occur, including but not limited to the hazards of riding a bicycle or being in a
motor vehicle, etc. It may also involve accident or illness in remote places, potentially due to the forces of nature, without medical facilities. The Ride Participant agrees to assume all
risks associated with the trip and agrees that no liability will be attached to ATP or its employees or volunteers, or to any members of the organizing Committee in respect of
death, personal injury, illness or for any loss of (or damage to) the property of the Ride Participant during the course of the Ride, however caused.
I have read and agree with the terms and conditions of being a registered Ride Participant.
SIGNATURE:
DATE:
Please scan and email this completed form including payment details to [email protected] or [email protected]
For further information send us an enquiry via www.aroundthepearl.lk
or mail us at [email protected]
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2016