Spruced steeds and ‘staches at DGR
The rallying cry this year is “Join the Gentry” and that really is what the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride happening on Sunday is all about.
Founded in Sydney, Australia in 2012 by Mark Hawwa as a way to bring together café- racer and classic motorcycle enthusiasts and obviate the often- negative biker stereotype, the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride has became a global movement with riders formally dressed and neatly groomed.
It’s for a good cause; the ride will focus on funding suicide prevention programmes, as well as prostate cancer research through its charity partner the Movember Foundation - and the worldwide target is $ 5 million ( R71 million).
But more than anything else, it’s a celebration of elegance on two wheels.
Shine up your classic, retro, bobber or old- school café racer, register on the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride website and dress up in your Sunday best this Sunday.
Think suit and tie, or cravat and monocle instead of scuffed leather boots and jacket.
The ride is free, but you’re encouraged to get your family and friends to pledge sponsorship on your registration page.
The Johannesburg Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride will leave from the News Café in Woodmead at 9.30am and proceed via the Kensington Club and Mad Giant Brewery to Rim and Rubber Assembly in Greenside.