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Beryl Burton Award (Best Female Rider)

Awarded to a club rider who is outstanding in one year or over several years, and has...

• shown interest in the club and has provided support and assistance;
• helped on rides or helped other riders

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Brenda Wiechers-Maxwell	She's a BEAST! She got the R10000, which takes years. In a league of her own!
Lorelai Norman	Lorelai is new to the club this year, and I can tell she's going to be a solid randonneur. In her first year with the club she completed a full SR series in 2024, including 5 200km brevets. That's almost 3,000 kms in her first year! And if we tally up her many populaires, as well as the kilometers she accumulated with her Trace team, she's well over that milestone. Well done Lorelai!
Abstaining	None of the above

Coronation Cup (Most Improved Rider)

Awarded to a club rider who has at least one previous year riding with the Randonneurs Ontario, and has...

• shown consistency in appearing and in cycling;
• demonstrated improvement either in cumulative mileage ridden from previous season, or in brevet finishing times over the previous season

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Bob Grossman	Came out for his first brevet in spring 2024. Completed a 200, so rode a 300, and despite not having any significant aspirations continued to ride longer brevets ultimately successfully completing PBP! Zero to hero! Doesn't get better than that!
Fred Chagnon	No Comment
Michael Charland	Michael has been riding with the club for a few years, but had a breakout year this year, which included: - Completing his first SR series - Completing two 600km brevets: the epic Madawaska 600 as well as the challenging Ganaraska Forest 600. - Completing two 400km brevets: Beaver Valley 400 and Fort to Fort 400 - Completing a Fleche, on a team achieving over 400kms in 24 hours.
Michel Herbert	Michel improved his average speed on the bike considerable for the 2024 season.
Xinhua (Luke) Luo	Luke rode super strong during Ganaraksa Forest and Madawaska.
Abstaining	None of the above

Dan Herbert Award

Awarded to a member who has in one or more years: benefited the club by mentoring one or more members

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Brenda Wichers-Maxwell and Tim O'Callahan	Brenda and Tim are doing something very special in Windsor. Through a series of local populaires, they've developed half a dozen or more club members who attend many of our brevets and who are pushing their own boundaries. Under their leadership these new riders have built confidence, and have felt supported, and I feel very strongly that they will become annual chasers of Super Randonneur medals and be part of our next PBP team. Every region needs a team of mentors like Brenda and Tim.
Brenda Wiechers-Maxwell	I am delighted to nominate Brenda for the Mentorship Award, recognizing her invaluable role in guiding and inspiring new riders in our club. Brenda has a unique gift for fostering a sense of confidence and community among those new to endurance cycling, and she has dedicated herself to helping others succeed on their journeys. Brenda’s commitment to mentorship shines through in the training rides she leads in her community. She consistently takes an interest in new riders, and helps them believe in their potential and capability, no matter the distance. She encourages everyone to push their limits, while ensuring they feel supported and connected. Her influence extends beyond individual encouragement—Brenda has become a driving force in promoting participation in brevets throughout the year. The Fort-to-Fort 400, for example, exemplifies how her enthusiasm has brought people together. Her leadership has not only benefited individual riders but has also strengthened our community.
Fred Chagnon	No Comment
Ken Jobba	Ken was a "guest" on a totally new to randonneuring Trace team, but he immediately became the voice of reason, advice and support for the team. His patience and good attitude made the riding event memorable for all of us. TBN Crazy Riders would like to celebrate his effort and help.
Tim O’Callahan	No Comment
Vaune Davis	She was a great mentor to me on my first 200 of this season.
Abstaining	None of the above

Half Wheel Award

Awarded to a club rider, who has consistently forced the pace of the group during brevet rides.

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Darcy Haggith	No Comment
Fred Chagnon	During the Fleche at a critical time during the night Fred went to the front, put his lights on full and kept us cruising along at a good pace.
Ryan Brown	Ryan Brown consistently pushes the pace at all the brevets he enters. I had the pleasure of riding with him on the first Day of the Madawaska Brevet where he maintained a strong pace but fostered a supportive attitude. He was a force to be reckoned with on Coureur de Bois when he pushed through the night despite rainy conditions setting a bar that was well within reach. If we are to award the half wheel award to a club rider who has consistently pushed the pace, then by logic that should also include some of the hardest brevets of that year. Bravo Ryan you earned the half wheel award!
Tim O’Callahan	Definitely not a bad thing!!!
Vincent Halls	Vincent is quick, and he's quick to inspire others to come along with him if they think they can hold on. He's friendly about it too, which sometimes makes it hurt more when I get dropped off his wheel.
Abstaining	None of the above

Jim Griffin Rookie of the Year

Awarded to a club rider who has joined the Randonneurs Ontario in the year of the award or who rode their first brevet in the year of the award, and who has...

• shown ability in the year;
• shown interest in the club and in other club riders

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Alexander Galanin	No Comment
Jason Kocho	No Comment
Jim Mullenix	Jim was known in his local cycling circles for enjoying long rides, and was happy to discover an entire club dedicated to the art. In his first year with the club Jim completed a full super randonneur series, as well as successfully participating in the Fleche.
Lorelei Norman	No Comment
Oleksandr Shyman	In his very first year with the club Oleksandr completed an entire series (SR PLUS a 1000K !) as well as a few extra 200 brevets. He even rode a 300 “just for laughs” (with no Brevet or Permanent credit), when equipment issues prevented him from riding it on the scheduled brevet date.
Abstaining	None of the above

Mike Barry/Jock Wadley Award (Outstanding Rider)

Awarded to a club rider who is outstanding in one year or over several years, and has...

• shown interest in the club and has provided support and assistance;
• completed at least the Super Randonneur series in the year of the award;
• helped on rides or helped other riders;
• completed the most difficult ride in the year of the award

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Brenda Wiechers-Maxwell	No reason needed. I don't think anyone in the club can challenge Brenda's strength. Her dedication, advice and gently care have been outstanding through the year. Brenda is far and away the winner for this award this year. Her accomplishments include: - Two SR series, including 4 x 600km brevets (and 10..yes 10 200km brevets) - Completed the 1,000km Coureurs de Bois - Completed Devil Week (AGAIN) - Captained a Fleche team (and was part of the planning committee for this event). Brenda also played an integral role in recruiting and mentoring many new riders from the Windsor area. On brevets she takes a leadership position and prioritizes the success of these new riders, ensuring they have a positive experience. On and off the bike, Brenda has exemplified what we look for in our Outstanding Rider award.
Fred Chagnon	No Comment.
Martin Cooper	After completing ACP R10000 and PBP in 2023, Marty had another amazing season this year – earning Super Randonneur status and finishing the Western NY Waterfalls 1200 (His fifth Grand Randonee, I believe). With his strong riding year after year, and dedication to the club, Marty truly is an “Outstanding Rider”
Michael Henderson	Completed Coureur de Bois against challenging conditions and worked with fellow riders to maintain a cohesive group against headwinds the first day. A consistent positive energy to be around and a stalwart Randoneur who embodies the values of the club.
Michel Hebert	A super calm and great presence on rides making them more enjoyable.
Abstaining	None of the above

Organiser of the Year

Awarded to that person who has provided support to the club's riding events in the year of the award or over several years, and who has...

• demonstrated care for the well-being of the club's riders;
• consistently taken on the task of organising and supporting club rides

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Alan Ritchie	Alan has been there consistently at the start of all the brevets and populaires that I rode with the club this year whether he was riding them or not. On a few of the routes that have long stretches without any towns/stops along the way, he's provided support (including hot & cold food and drinks as well as encouragement) at those points where they are really appreciated/needed. It's my first year with the club so I'm not sure what the expectations are for local chapter organizers, but I can say without a doubt that Alan has been instrumental in making me feel welcome in the club, and at ease to tackle these long distances in the more remote areas. I also want to give an honourable to Peter Grant who has also provided support along with Alan on several of the rides.
Fred Chagnon	Fred has made a huge effort to engage riders with a number of rides this year. Organizing the Flèche and the Railway 200/100 ( I think the most riders I have ever seen at a rando event) and other rides. I am pleased to nominate Fred Chagnon for organizer of the year for his role organizing the 2024 Flèche. The event was the most successful Flèche is recent memory, pulling riders from US and Saskatchewan chapters. Fred encouraged the organizing committee to survey riders early in 2024 to better understand barriers to participating in the event. He then set out to help riders build teams, draft routes, and overcome logistical challenges. Fred is a tremendous advocate for the club and the sport. His work on the Flèche is a great example of how he brings capable new riders to the sport with every event he organizes. Fred's organizational skills and genuine care for club members on the events he organized have been above and beyond. I can't sincerely have done any of the four 200+km rides I did with RO this year without his support and coaching.
Natalie Hérbert	I'm blown away by Natalies dedication to supporting Randonneurs Ontario. Home made baked goodies, watermelon on hot days, an effervescent personality spilling over with love and humour. We are blessed to have Natalie. She is a true pillar of support for Randonneurs Ontario, to such a degree that I may stalk her and enter brevets where she'll be around !
Peter Grant	Madawaska 600 This was my favorite ride I've done in Ontario. A big part of that was the organization and support by Peter.
Peter Grant & Alan Ritchie	Their organization and support during the Madawaska 600 was top notch. Great route too.
Tim O’Callahan	No Comment
Timothy Ormond	No Comment
Abstaining	None of the above

Outstanding Performance on a Brevet

Awarded to a club rider who has demonstrated significant fortitude, courage, or generosity on a brevet ride, and who has...

• demonstrated physical or mental abilities beyond the usual in the conduct of a brevet ride

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Brenda Wiechers-Maxwell	No Comment
Jason Kocho	No Comment
Max Reydman	Max introduced Bob Grossman to R.O. and supported him on every ride. Yes, they are friends but pulling a friend for thousands of kilometres is an outstanding demonstration of generosity & fortitude.
Patrick Schmidt	"Patrick Schmidt was a member of the Ottawa-based Fleche team "Never Been Fleched". Unfortunately on the eve of the event this team was decimated by the flu leaving Patrick as the only capable rider. Fleche rules state that a team must have 3 riders for the ride to be recognized and sanctioned. Despite this so motivated was he to be part of this club event Patrick stuck to the plan and rode his team's entire route all by himself arriving in Peterborough in time for breakfast with the club. ACP may not recognize this ride as a completed Fleche but we can still recognize it here by awarding him "Outstanding performance on a brevet" for his dedication to the cause. "
Stanley Zhou	Stanley was last into control at Madawaska. He was out with the rest of us. Ahead of me, even. He never quit, never questions and never stopped.
Tiago Varella-Cid	I am thrilled to nominate Tiago for Outstanding Performance on a Brevet for his exceptional spirit and performance on the Courier de Bois 1000-kilometre brevet. Tiago began the ride with a few minutes’ delay, confident in his ability to catch up to the pack. A wrong turn in the first hour, however, took him back to the start, leaving him a full 40 kilometres behind. Undeterred, he pushed on with remarkable determination and caught up to the middle of the group by late afternoon. With his characteristic energy and enthusiasm, Tiago quickly became the group’s driving force, encouraging everyone to stick together and motivating the pack through every challenging kilometre. He set a strong pace, and pulled us through heavy rain, headwinds, and traffic on the road to Quebec City and back. His humor and camaraderie made the miles fly by—I don’t think I’ve ever ridden, or laughed, so hard in my life. Tiago’s willingness to go the extra mile—quite literally—made this brevet an unforgettable experience. For his resilience, camaraderie, and the incredible bonus miles he put in for the rest of us, I am honored to nominate him for this award. Just don’t ask him to sign your brevet card!
Abstaining	None of the above

Special Recognition Award

Awarded to a club rider who has completed a cycling event in the year of the award that merits commemoration

Your Vote	Comment(s)
Ben Merritt	No Comment
Brenda Wiechers-Maxwell	No Comment
Corrina Radiu	No Comment
John Cumming	No Comment
John Keiffer	John is a ray of sunshine on a dark, dreary, exhausted day. His stories of far off rides are inspiring. His matter of fact attitude is encouraging. He displays methods of getting things done that are practical and achievable by anyone. His winter Ice Road Challenge event was amazing. His work for charity is kind. He's the whole package.
JungAh Hong	In May 2024, JungAh rather silently completed the Shenandoah 1200 hosted by the Northern Virginia Randonneurs.
Abstaining	None of the above

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