A few years ago I met a man, who didn't look ill even though he told me he had Prostate Cancer. Over a period of...
We’re Back!
Great news, the Motorcycle Ride For Dad has been re-established in the Halifax Regional Municipality. Following a career in the Canadian Armed Forces Giorgio “Jojo” Frausin returned home to the region in February to retire. Having served as Co-Chair of the Ride For Dad Chapter in Kingston, Ontario, and participating in other Chapters across Canada, Giorgio was eager to volunteer with the Halifax Chapter. Learning that the Chapter was dormant Giorigio enlisted the help of John Hooper, my brother-in-law, as Co-Chair, and his sister Mary as Finance Officer.
Starting a Chapter during these unprecedented times is an uphill battle and John, Giorgio, and Mary are working towards hosting a traditional Ride day in the Spring of 2022. In the meantime they are out and about, meeting riders, building the team, and spreading the word to the local riding community that the Ride For Dad is back in Halifax!
If you are interested in volunteering for the Chapter, please click the volunteer button and complete the form.
Kingston-Quinte
A few years ago I met a man, who didn't look ill even though he told me he had Prostate Cancer. Over a period of...
Halifax
Giorgio "Jojo" Frausin Co-Chair Halifax Chapter Ride for Dad I am honoured to have been asked to be one of the Co-Chairs of the Halifax...
Halifax
Today it is very unlikely you can speak to anyone who has not been affected by cancer in one way or another. Personally, I have lost...
Ottawa
Why I ride: Freedom & Camaraderie. Riding with friends and strangers but still alone with your thoughts. Why I Ride For Dad: Because I believe...
A few years ago I met a man, who didn’t look ill even though he told me he had Prostate Cancer. Over a period of time I got to know him better. He was always jovial and I thought PC can’t be all that bad. Then one day I was having coffee with him and before I left I said to him:
…What are you up to this afternoon Charlie? Well I guess he thought it was time to clue me in.
He said, Garry, if someone had told me ONE year ago about the PSA test, I wouldn’t be going home this afternoon to arrange my own funeral!
I was speechless!
Not until later did I find out about the PSA test and that it can be used as a tool to detect Prostate Cancer. I didn’t know then that a dozen men in Canada die from it every day!
Not long after, Charlie passed away.
Since that day I have been raising funds through our own organization, the PCFF.
Giorgio “Jojo” Frausin
Today it is very unlikely you can speak to anyone who has not been affected by cancer in one way or another. Personally, I have lost a mother and brother to cancer and several friends who have passed due specifically to prostate cancer.
Why I ride: Freedom & Camaraderie. Riding with friends and strangers but still alone with your thoughts.
Why I Ride For Dad: Because I believe a dozen Canadian men don’t need to die every day from Prostate cancer.
Because I believe in the overwhelming power of a large group of people pursuing a single goal.
Because I believe Prostate Cancer can someday be beaten.
Because I believe that the Ride For Dad is the organization to get us there.
Ottawa
For the first 12 years with The Ride For Dad, I rode my ’86 Harley Davidson FLST Heritage Softail, red and cream For the last...
Ottawa
Too bad it took me so long to discover the BMW R1200RT! It is a magnificent, powerful sport touring machine designed and built by German...
Ottawa
My favourite of the bikes I've owned. A 2006 Triumph Bonneville T-100. Custom paint and retro styling give this British classic a memorable look.. The...
Yukon
2012 Yamaha Stryker I've only ridden a few bikes, but when you find one that feels right, you know. This bike feels right. The only...
For the first 12 years with The Ride For Dad, I rode my ’86 Harley Davidson FLST Heritage Softail, red and cream
For the last 8 years I have ridden my 2012 Harley Davidson FatBoy Lo, flat black.
Other standard features include ABS Pro, heated grips and seats, Automatic Stability Control, Riding Modes (Road/Rain), Adjustable Power Windshield, On-board Computer Pro, height adjustable rider’s seat and LED lamps.
Pressing the INFO button scrolls through all the menus to setup the bike, including suspension preload (rider, rider with luggage, two-up), Electronic damping settings (Soft, Normal, Hard), travel information such as tire pressure, fuel consumption, fuel range, amazing audio system, and more.
My favourite of the bikes I’ve owned. A 2006 Triumph Bonneville T-100.
Custom paint and retro styling give this British classic a memorable look..
The original 875cc engine carb set up has been boosted with aftermarket K&N jets and custom exhaust that provide a throaty sound and added double-digit horsepower. Lots of added safety and performance enhancements.
A great handling, peppy, head-turner.
Ride Safe!
2012 Yamaha Stryker
I’ve only ridden a few bikes, but when you find one that feels right, you know. This bike feels right. The only thing I modified was a seatback -for peace of mind when I have a passenger, particularly my daughter.