The event is in aid of all the SPCA branches on the East Rand and the hope is to collect as much pet food, pet blankets and donations as possible to support this worthwhile cause.
“The event has grown in support over the last two years, as a result of the biking community’s compassion and willingness to make a difference in the lives of animals in need,” said organiser Chris Badenhorst.
“The mass ride for motorcycles to the end venue will start at 9am from Checkers-Hyper Edenvale, where participants can congregate and enjoy some stunting by stunt motorcycle rider Nico Hesselman.
“From there the planned mass ride will be marshalled by the Road Rangers and the Ekurhuleni Metro Police, to Cardinals Baseball Club, in Boksburg.
“To see and hear a procession of more than 1 000 bikes rumble into the stadium is quite an experience,”said Badenhorst.
“We’ve had an overwhelming response to our call to ride for the animals and are delighted that Jeremy Mansfield will be joining us.
“Knowing that Jeremy is not only a keen biker, but a fierce SPCA supporter, we invited him along for the ride and he has gracefully accepted.
“All road-legal bikes are welcome, from the slowest scooter to the fastest speed bikes.
According to Badenhorst, industrial strike action this year has added to the financial stress that many families were already under, and this has had negative consequences for our furry friends.
“The need for the SPCA to intervene has never been greater and we struggle to cope with the sheer volume of abandoned and abused animals requiring our help,” he said.
The vision surrounding the hosting of the Animal Run is to create an annual event that will raise awareness of the SPCA and the plight of animals.
All proceeds and donations will be put to very good use and the East Rand community is urged to show their support and lend a helping hand while enjoying themselves.
A small fee will get you into the grounds at Boksburg Cardinals Baseball Club, where supporters will be able to enjoy a beer tent, food stalls, a Kawasaki Ninja 250 raffle, lucky draw prizes and a Dyno to test their bikes horse power.
Foot-stomping music will be provided once again by Charly da Mota, DJ Louis and One for the Road Trucking.
New full colour SPCA Animal Run 2014 T-shirts, cloth and metal badges, branded buffs and coffee mugs will be available on the day.
Although this day is all about the animals, it’s not a day for the animals, and it has been requested that animals not be brought to the end venue.
“We hope you will join us for a fun-filled day in aid of the SPCA,” added Badenhorst.
For more information contact the Brakpan SPCA on 011 742 2007.
