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Hey H2B Team!

Wow! Can you believe it’s already been a month since you all led a spectacular and safe ride?! You brilliant crew members and brave riders have raised over $398,500 and 100% of that will go to our beneficiaries! You’re incredible, and the H2B Volunteer Committee is honored to be a part of the amazing impact you’ve made on our community.

So, we wanted to wrap up 2008 with a great opportunity and a few final notes.

This email contains information about:

  1. Last minute donations are still being accepted!
  2. Ameriprise Financial Planning Seminar to benefit H2B
  3. Mark your calendars for the H2B Check Presentations on World AIDS Day 2008
  4. Remaining Items in Lost & Found
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Safety and Responsibility
09 19th, 2008 by ericsantamaria   comments Comments(0)   

Team,

We want you to have a great time this weekend, so here are a few important notes:

1.  If there’s an emergency or an accident, the very first thing to do is call 911!

Next, flag down one of the emergency vehicles or Moving Violations motorcycles, and tell them to radio for help.
Next, use a cell phone to call the H2B number and report the accident.  877-422-2453.   All the towns we’re riding through are aware of the ride and are ready to assist us.  Hopefully we won’t have to do any of the above.

2.  Our team has noted there is more sand on the roads and trails on Cape Cod this year.  Be careful of sand on the route because it will cause bikes to lose traction, whether you’re turning or going straight.   Avoid sand if possible, or slow way down!

3.  We are riding out of Copley Square, so be mindful of your gear until it’s on the truck, and be sure your bike is locked unless you’re with it!   You are responsible for your bike and your gear! Crew, be sure to offer help to the Riders, and everyone take care of each other!  If you’re not sure if someone is with H2B, ask to see their ID bracelet!

4.  Riders: Eat plenty when you arrive at the Cape Inn.  We don’t want you starving, and the Closing Ceremony set up takes longer than your stomach will be willing to wait!   :)

5.  All Riders must check in at Sagamore and at the Cape Inn! We need to be sure you get to each location, and this is a nice safety check for the Committee.   Let us know you’re there!

Thanks!
Eric



Where to Park in Boston
09 19th, 2008 by ericsantamaria   comments Comments(0)   

If you’re driving into Boston, and are planning on parking at the Northeastern Garage, it’s located at 899 Columbus Ave.  It’s an easy ride from the garage to Copley, so that is an option.  Or, you can wait for the shuttle, which can also take your luggage and then you can ride in.   The shuttle cannot carry your bike.

Here’s a link to the garage’s location.

Here’s a link to the Parking Permit to display in your vehicle.

There will be a marked H2B van making loops between the garage and Copley Square.  It should be about 15 minutes between each loop.



If you recently registered and have not been contacted yet by one of the H2B Rider or Crew Reps, don’t worry. Post here if you are concerned. You can also show up on Saturday Morning where we will be able to match you with an assignment.  Here is the recently posted agenda for Friday and Saturday.

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Map of Copley Square set-up
09 18th, 2008 by admin   comments Comments(0)   

Thank you Long Nguyen for this great map showing what the layout will be at Copley Square, Trinity Church on Saturday morning.

download the pdf



The option to register as as rider for the 2008 ride this Saturday has been disabled as of Wednesday morning, 9/17.  You can still register online as a crew member.

Also, we will NOT be accepting new rider registrations at the orientation event on Friday evening at Club Cafe and on Saturday, ride day.