Navigators backs Westwood Classic

Organisers of the June 19 Westside Cycling Classic in Vancouver, BC, Canada have announced that Navigators Insurance will be the lead sponsor of the event which is part of the SISU BC Cup Race Series.

"Navigators Insurance has been very supportive of our fundraising efforts for the BC Cancer Foundation which fits well into the company profile and [this sponsorship] will also give Vancouver resident and Navigators Pro Cycling Team member Kirk O'Bee the extra incentive to win!" said Jonathan Wornell, event director for the race.

The Westside Classic has also picked up a $500 cash sponsorship from local beauty salon Black 2 Blond for its Cat 4 women's race, which Wornell hopes will encourage new racers to have a go.

Organizers are expecting more than 5000 spectators to line this new course which will take in Point Grey Village, The University of British Colombia and the beaches of Spanish Banks on a circuit that is designed to enable several viewing opportunities on each lap.

For more information and registration see www.teamwedgewood.com.