eoszlak
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I put it in the charity rides event calendar but I don't know how much traffic that get's so I thought I'd re-post it here.
Distinguished Gentlemens Ride Toronto September 27 2015
‘I SAY! WHAT A SPIFFY BLAZER. WHO IS YOUR TAILOR, SIR?’
Sadly, sentences like these are not often declared anymore. For one day a year, thousands of distinguished gentlemen (and genteel ladyfolk) in hundreds of cities worldwide don their cravats, press their tweed and sit astride their classic-styled motorcycles to raise funds for prostate cancer research and awareness. It's a day about spreading merriment whilst raising awareness of a pressing issue.
DAPPER FOR A CAUSE: WHERE WE’VE COME FROM AND WHERE WE’RE HEADED
On Sunday September 27th 2015, more than 30,000 smartly-dressed gentlefolk in over 400 cities will straddle the saddles of their café racers, bobbers, scramblers and other marvellous custom motorcycles to raise awareness and help fund the cure for prostate cancer. In grand style, dapper gents and elegant ladies shall ride their steeds spreading merriment and joy throughout their communities whilst raising awareness for men’s health. In 2013, over 11,000 participants in 145 cities around the world raised over $277,000 for prostate cancer research. In 2014, over 20,000 participants in 257 cities in 58 countries raised over $1.5 million (USD) for prostate cancer research. Our fundraising goal for 2015 is $3 million (USD). The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride was founded in 2012 in Sydney Australia, inspired by a photo of Mad Men’s Don Draper astride a classic bike and wearing his finest suit. It was decided a themed ride would be a great way to combat the often-negative stereotype of men on motorcycles, whilst connecting niche motorcycle communities together. That first ride brought together over 2,500 riders across 64 cities. The success of the event encouraged the founder to consider how it could be used to support a worthy cause. And the rest, as they say, is eloquently attired history.
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is a celebration of the art of being dapper and the style of classic custom motorcycles. What does that mean, you ask?
Think: Monocles, jaunty trimmed moustaches, silk vests, crisp shirts and tailored suits.
Ride: Café Racers, Bobbers, Classics, Flat Trackers, Scramblers and quirky, undefinable two-wheeled machines.
Do: Bring your finest manners, neatest beards and a sense of fun and adventure.
Pay: Nothing to ride (entry is free); but please consider helping our charities by getting your friends and family to sponsor your involvement
Home Page: https://www.gentlemansride.com/
Toronto Rider's Page: https://www.gentlemansride.com/spons...40&ride_id=105
All donations will be going to DGR, donations made to a Canadian Rider on our Toronto Ride such as myself :wink: will be donated to Prostate Cancer Canada
Charitable Registration Number:BN 89127 0944 RR0001
If you want to donate and support the Ride but have no one to donate to here is my profile page; http://www.gentlemansride.com/rider/eoszlak
‘I SAY! WHAT A SPIFFY BLAZER. WHO IS YOUR TAILOR, SIR?’
Sadly, sentences like these are not often declared anymore. For one day a year, thousands of distinguished gentlemen (and genteel ladyfolk) in hundreds of cities worldwide don their cravats, press their tweed and sit astride their classic-styled motorcycles to raise funds for prostate cancer research and awareness. It's a day about spreading merriment whilst raising awareness of a pressing issue.
DAPPER FOR A CAUSE: WHERE WE’VE COME FROM AND WHERE WE’RE HEADED
On Sunday September 27th 2015, more than 30,000 smartly-dressed gentlefolk in over 400 cities will straddle the saddles of their café racers, bobbers, scramblers and other marvellous custom motorcycles to raise awareness and help fund the cure for prostate cancer. In grand style, dapper gents and elegant ladies shall ride their steeds spreading merriment and joy throughout their communities whilst raising awareness for men’s health. In 2013, over 11,000 participants in 145 cities around the world raised over $277,000 for prostate cancer research. In 2014, over 20,000 participants in 257 cities in 58 countries raised over $1.5 million (USD) for prostate cancer research. Our fundraising goal for 2015 is $3 million (USD). The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride was founded in 2012 in Sydney Australia, inspired by a photo of Mad Men’s Don Draper astride a classic bike and wearing his finest suit. It was decided a themed ride would be a great way to combat the often-negative stereotype of men on motorcycles, whilst connecting niche motorcycle communities together. That first ride brought together over 2,500 riders across 64 cities. The success of the event encouraged the founder to consider how it could be used to support a worthy cause. And the rest, as they say, is eloquently attired history.
The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride is a celebration of the art of being dapper and the style of classic custom motorcycles. What does that mean, you ask?
Think: Monocles, jaunty trimmed moustaches, silk vests, crisp shirts and tailored suits.
Ride: Café Racers, Bobbers, Classics, Flat Trackers, Scramblers and quirky, undefinable two-wheeled machines.
Do: Bring your finest manners, neatest beards and a sense of fun and adventure.
Pay: Nothing to ride (entry is free); but please consider helping our charities by getting your friends and family to sponsor your involvement
Home Page: https://www.gentlemansride.com/
Toronto Rider's Page: https://www.gentlemansride.com/spons...40&ride_id=105
All donations will be going to DGR, donations made to a Canadian Rider on our Toronto Ride such as myself :wink: will be donated to Prostate Cancer Canada
Charitable Registration Number:BN 89127 0944 RR0001
If you want to donate and support the Ride but have no one to donate to here is my profile page; http://www.gentlemansride.com/rider/eoszlak
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