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If you'd like to submit a ride, please email the webmaster (under Contact Us link above). Please, email a brief squib and spell check it prior to submittal. "Special Event" Area Rides August 31, 2008 Savannah Century (Savannah, GA) 37/56/69/103 miles. More info at www.savannahcentury.com. August 30 - 31, 2008 USA Cycling Professional Championships (Greenville, SC) Watch Olympians and world class cyclists
compete in the Indiv Time Trial event, and the Road Race Championships
for the Stars and Stripes Jersey! Lots of family friendly activities all
weekend,....Family ride, 5K run, Stars and Stripes Challenge Ride (see
8-31-08 ride below) Stars and Stripes Challenge hosted by the Palmetto Peloton Project. On this unique ride, riders will ride the actual course the Pros will ride later that afternoon! Money raised goes to the Cancer Research Center and the Lance Armstrong foundation! We've all been touched by cancer in some way! Ride to help conquer this disease! For registration, fund raising packets and more info visit www.p3ride.org. September 13, 2008 5th Annual Nut Roll (Albany, GA) Sponsored by the Pecan City Pedalers. Ride benefits The Parks at Chehaw Education Center. Ride options 30, 46,62,102 miles. Registration at 7 am at The Parks of Chehaw, Philema Road, Hwy 91N. Ride begins at 8 am and routes are mostly flat with a few gentle rolling hills. All routes are fully supported and clearly marked. Map and cue sheets will be given to each participant. Lunch will be provided. Pre-registration - $30 (T-shirt guaranteed if received by August 25, 2008). After Pre-registration - $35 Showers available. Great camping at the park (call 229-430-5275) All registered riders will receive a complimentary pass for FREE admission to Chehaw Wild Animal Park, valid for rider & immediate family for day of the ride. Jim Anne Brett, Ride Director; phone 229-432-1743. Email: info@pecancitypedalers.org. Web: www.pecancitypedalers.org September 20th - 24th
Brita Climate Ride (New York to Washington, DC) On the eve of the elections, one hundred Climate Riders will cycle from New York City to Washington, DC to make a powerful statement about the need for renewable energy legislation and climate change awareness. Join fellow Climate Riders for a beautiful ride that begins in the urban landscape of Manhattan, then meanders through rural New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the equine estates of Maryland to the ride finale in Washington, DC. Along the way, expert speakers meet our cyclists each evening to discuss climate science, green technology, and how to reduce our carbon footprint. Meet people committed to resolving the climate crisis, make your voice heard, and benefit an important cause—all on an unforgettable vacation!
To learn more about Climate Ride and our beneficiaries, visit www.ClimateRide.org, or email info@climateride.org. NOTE: Each rider is responsible for raising $2,250 for our beneficiaries. October 4, 2008 Tour de Hope (Hiram, GA) 10, 25 and 50 mile rides on the Silver Comet Trail. All the rides proceeds go to the City of Hope charity. The ride does have a small entrance fee; sign up and festival details at www.tourdehope.net. Pre-registration deadline is September 19. Onsite registration is available on event day. Starts at the Silver Comet Trailhead (mile marker 14.66, Hiram, Georgia). |
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