ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

The individual named below (referred to as “I” or “me”) desires to participate in group rides, and associated activities as a rider or as a volunteer (the “Activity”) organized by the Queen City Bicycle Collective, a New Hampshire nonprofit corporation (the “Collective”). In consideration of being permitted by the Collective to participate in the Activity and the intangible value that I will gain by participating in the Activity, and in recognition of the Collective’s reliance hereon, I agree to all the terms and conditions set forth in this instrument (this “Release”)

I am aware and understand that the Activity is a potentially dangerous activity and involves the risk of serious injury, disability, death, or property damage. I acknowledge that any injuries I sustain may result from or be compounded by the actions, omissions, or negligence of the Collective, including any negligent emergency response or any rescue operations of the Collective. Notwithstanding the risk, I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in the Activity with knowledge of the danger involved and hereby agree to accept and assume any and all risks of injury, disability, death, and property damage arising from my participation in the Activity, whether caused by the ordinary negligence of the Collective or otherwise.

I affirm that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in the Activity. I am aware that the Collective recommends that I seek the advice of a physician before engaging in exercise such as road or mountain biking. I have not been advised by a physician that I should not engage in the Activity.

Biking, whether on road or off-road, presents mental and physical challenges which can be extreme. I acknowledge that the Activity may occur on public roads and facilities that may be open to the public during the Activity and accept the risks that arise in connection with the use of public roads and facilities that are open to the public. I acknowledge that trails may include natural and artificial obstacles that present hazards, especially when trails are wet, steep, off-camber, composed of loose surfaces, or include routes that are close to or go over cliffs or other drop-offs. Some surfaces, including grass, roots, and some rock formations are particularly slippery when wet. If I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue participation in the Activity.

I understand that at this event or related activities, I may be photographed. I agree to allow my photo, video or film likeness to be used for any legitimate purpose by the event holders, producers, sponsors, organizers and assigns.

I hereby expressly waive and release any and all claims, now known or hereafter known, against (i) the Collective and its officers, directors, managers, employees, agents, affiliates, and members, (ii) any individual, company, or other organization which holds an interest in or over any property on which the Activity may be conducted, and (iii) their successors and assigns (collectively, “Releasees”), on account of injury, disability, death, or property damage arising out of or attributable to my participation in the Activity, whether arising out of the ordinary negligence of the Collective or any Releasees or otherwise. I covenant not to make or bring any such claim against the Collective or any other Releasee, and forever release and discharge the Collective and all other Releasees from liability under such claims.

I shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Collective and all other Releasees against any and all losses, damages, liabilities, deficiencies, claims, actions, judgments, settlements, interest, awards, penalties, fines, costs, or expenses of whatever kind, including any attorney fees, fees, the costs of enforcing any right to indemnification under this Release, and the cost of pursuing any insurance providers, incurred by or awarded against the Collective or any other Releasees arising out of, or resulting from any claim of a third party related to my participation in the Activity.

I hereby consent to receive medical treatment deemed necessary if I am injured or require medical attention during my participation in the Activity. I understand and agree that I am solely responsible for all costs related to such medical treatment and any related medical transportation or evacuation. I hereby release, forever discharge, and hold harmless the Collective from any claim based on such treatment or other medical services.

This Release constitutes the sole and entire agreement between the Collective and me with respect to the subject matter contained herein and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, with respect to such subject matter. If any term or provision of this Release is invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any jurisdiction, such invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability shall not affect any other term or provision of this Release or invalidate or render unenforceable such term or provision in any other jurisdiction. This Release is binding on and shall inure to the benefit of the Collective and me and any respective successors and assigns.

By signing, I acknowledge that I have read and understood all of the terms of this Release, that I agree to those terms, and that I am voluntarily giving up substantial legal rights, including the right to sue the Collective and the Releasees.

If I am signing for any minor riders below, this signature also serves as my acknowledgement and agreement to the Parent or Guardian Waiver for Minors on their behalf.