CWAS Charity Ride 2025 - Batam 6 Bridges

What do you get when you combine 23 cyclists, Singapore’s signature humidity, a charity mission, and hills that belong in a Greek tragedy?
You get Cycling Without Age Singapore’s Punishing Charity Ride—also known as “The Day We Questioned All Our Life Choices… but for a good cause.”

We showed up smiling, brave, and slightly overconfident. We ended the ride with cramps, sun-roasted butt cheeks, three different tan lines, mysterious aches, and a newfound respect for our own survival instinct.

But ohhh… every inch of pain was worth it. Because we were not just cycling - we were suffering beautifully for charity.

The weather?
Humid enough to steam a dumpling. Overcast enough to give false hope.
The route?
Rolling hills with 1,000m+ elevation, designed by someone who clearly hates happiness.
The riders?
A heroic mix of seasoned cyclists, first-timers, and a few who did not realise what they signed up for until the third hill.

Fortunately, we had an all-star support crew:

-A massive team of volunteers who kept us alive
-A medical team ready for cramps, collapses, and emotional support
-A bike mechanic who deserves a national award
-Aid stations that looked like heaven on earth

And despite tyre punctures, bike tantrums, sweaty meltdowns, and the universal curse of numb bums, we conquered both 70km and 111km like champions.

To our fundraisers and donors - Thank you for believing in us, supporting Cycling Without Age Singapore, and turning our misery into meaningful impact.

From the bottom of our (slightly exhausted but very full) hearts - THANK YOU.

Because at the end of the day…
the pain fades, the tan lines stay,
but the good we did? That lives on.

🚴‍♂️ It’s D-Day, riders! 💪🔥
Today we finally roll out for the CWAS Batam 6 Bridges Charity Ride 2025!

Before you leave home, please double-check your essentials:
📘 Passport (min. 6 months validity)
🛂 IC / important documents
🚴 Gear, helmet, jersey, sleeves
💧 Hydration, electrolytes & personal meds

We’ll see all of you soon at Harbourfront Ferry Centre — let’s make this a meaningful and safe ride together. ❤️✨

🚴‍♂️ Pre-Ride Briefing - 7th November 🚴‍♀️

We’re just 14 days away from Batam! Join us for the pre-ride briefing to collect your goodies bag & get all the final details before we roll out! 🌊

📅 Friday, 7 Nov 2025
🕖 7–9 PM
📍 NTU@onenorth,
11 Slim Barracks Drive,
Singapore 138664
Lecture Theatre 3, Level 3

We’ll cover route info, logistics, safety tips & necessary information. See you there, riders! 💪

🚴‍♂️ Our Charity Ride 2025 Jerseys Are Out! 🚴‍♀️

We’re thrilled to unveil this year’s CWAS Charity Ride 2025 – Batam 6 Bridges jerseys, proudly featuring our amazing sponsors who’ve made this ride possible! 🙌

Counting down 15 days till we roll out for a meaningful cause — supporting Cycling Without Age Singapore, because no one should grow old feeling invisible. ❤️

See you soon, riders! Let’s make every kilometre count. 💪✨

What do you get when you throw a bunch of overzealous volunteers onto Batam Island for a 1.5-day recce and prep trip?
Answer: chaos, comedy, and questionable deep dark secrets.

We are the brave souls (and semi-crazy ones) behind the upcoming Cycling Without Age Singapore Ride, happening 14–16 Nov 2025 - crossing Batam’s infamous 6 bridges. Think of it as “Tour de Batam” minus the prize money, plus a whole lot of nasi padang and tan lines.

As one of the volunteers (and part of the organising committee), my role was somewhere between safety marshal, photo model, and unpaid extra in a low-budget cycling documentary. We had drone shots, video shoots, safety checks, and enough “Wait, one more take!” moments to make Spielberg proud.

Between the 111km and 70km routes, we have been planning every detail to make sure the main event runs smoother than a new bike chain — and just as shiny. Safety? ✅. Laughs? ✅. Sanity? Questionable.

Now here is where YOU come in.
Instead of buying your usual artisan coffee (you know, that oat-milk, double-shot, hand-whisked, foam-kissed $8 masterpiece), how about donating a few days’ worth of those caffeine splurges to a really good cause?

Your contribution helps us bring the joy of cycling - and the wind-in-the-hair freedom - to our beloved seniors through Cycling Without Age Singapore.

👉 Donate here pls: https://www.giving.sg/donate/campaign/cycle-for-seniors-raymond-howe

Because honestly, your coffee buzz lasts two hours… but your donation? That will make someone smile for days.

So skip the latte, fuel a trishaw ride instead - and help us cross bridges with purpose, passion, and probably another sunburn or two.

Photo credits: and crew
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Petrina Wang Shuyin David Chua Dorothy Teo Aaron Yeoh

www.giving.sg

Witness our charity ambassadors, Darren & Evelyn Tan, as they learn more about our cause and participate in promoting the Batam 6 Bridges Charity Ride 2025!

We're still seeking cyclists to join in our quest to raise funds and also enjoy the famous Batam 6 Bridges! 🚴‍♂️ 🚴‍♀️ 🌁
https://youtu.be/9ZkWAd-6v-Q?feature=shared

Call for Cyclists - Charity Ride Batam 2025 Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

🚴‍♀️ Calling All Corporate Sponsors! 🚴‍♂️

Cycling Without Age Singapore is aiming to raise $120,000 to support programs that bring joy, connection, and meaning to our seniors’ lives.

✨ As a valued sponsor, your company will enjoy:
✅ Logo placement on event jerseys, banners, and promotional materials
✅ Featured recognition on social media (IG, FB & LinkedIn)
✅ Event slots for your employees to join the ride
✅ Invitations to our annual appreciation events

Choose your sponsorship tier:
🏆 Platinum & Title Sponsor – $20,000
🥇 Gold Sponsor – $10,000
🥈 Silver Sponsor – $5,000

📩 Get in touch with us at [email protected] by 5 Oct 2025 to be part of this meaningful journey.

👉 Together, let’s ride for a cause and keep our seniors ACTIVE, CONNECTED, and HAPPY!

🚴‍♂️ Are you ready to conquer Batam’s rolling hills?
This November, join us for the Batam 6 Bridges Charity Ride 2025 – 111km (or 70km!) of sweat, strength, and purpose.

Raise $1,500 and pedal not just for yourself, but for the seniors of Singapore who deserve connection, laughter, and joy. ❤️

📅 14–16 Nov 2025 | 3D2N
🌉 6 Bridges, 1 Purpose
💡 Qualified riders get a free jersey + UV-resistant sleeves!

👉 Sign up today and make your ride count: https://cyclingwithoutage.sg/charity-ride-batam-2025/