'Ride for the Chopper' on again

Riders Ready to Ride for the Chopper

A total of 38 riders have geared up for the 22nd annual ‘Ride For The Chopper’, that got underway last Friday, September 13 from Glen Innes, raising funds for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. The 8-day, 7- night mountain bike ride from the 13th-20th September, covers over 500 kilometres with a full support crew, including safety vehicles, bike trailers, catering crew and a very experienced team of riders to guide and assist participants on the adventure of a lifetime, exploring the stunning New England region of New South Wales.

Amongst the 38 riders are two tandem bikes, with two visually impaired riders participating. The Ride started in Glen Innes, travelling through Inverell, Warialda, Bingara and Manilla before reaching the final stop in Tamworth on Friday 20th September.

 Along the way, riders will enjoy themed ride days, have plenty of games and activities and enjoy a variety of spectacular sights and locations including NSW Celtic Country, Glen Riddle Reserve and the Myall Creek memorial just to name a few. The Ride is all about fun, achieving some personal goals and importantly supporting the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service’s operations in the New England North West.