Bham Local Cycling News...April 16, 2016 (RIDE OF LOVE)
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Dan Watson
Apr 16, 2016, 9:38:27 AM4/16/16
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Hello Cyclists!
First of all….a BIG thank you to the CyclePaths of Monroeville for putting on an incredible ride this weekend that benefited Camp SAM! The CyclePaths Challenge was awesome! Thank you to everyone who participated in this event and worked so hard to make it happen!
Now….We are about six weeks away from the opening of Camp season and 2016 Ride of Love! As most of you know, the Ride of Love has grown into much more than a fundraiser, it has become an integral part of Camp Smile-A-Mile’s programming that the children and families cherish. The funds raised directly support Camp SAM’s year round programs for children with cancer! The impact the cyclists make on the children lasts a lifetime!
To celebrate the approaching camp season, we want to share a quick video with you that includes photos so you can see what you and the Ride of Love help make possible!
As of today, we have 37 cyclists registered – many have already exceeded their fundraising goals! Wahooo!!!! Great job!
Jerseys:
We plan to order jerseys this week! If you have not signed up for the ride and want a jersey, please let us know. We want to make sure to order enough of the correct sizes.
We plan to order jerseys this week! If you have not signed up for the ride and want a jersey, please let us know. We want to make sure to order enough of the correct sizes.
About Ride of Love:
How is the Ride of Love special?
During the Ride of Love, the group of cyclists stay together the entire course. You help keep each other motivated and there is a real sense of comradery. Each cyclist will carry a memory card that has the photos of campers we have lost to cancer this year. Cyclists take them to camp one last time. At the conclusion of the ride, all of the cyclists arrive at camp together and are cheered on by children who are on treatment for cancer at On Therapy Family Camp. There is a presentation and cyclists are able to take showers before having dinner with the children and families. Cyclists’ families are welcome to attend to share in this special occasion.
Quick Facts About Ride of Love:
Registration Fee: $25 – each cyclist is required to raise a minimum of $250
All first year cyclists receive a complimentary jersey and returning cyclists may purchase a jersey.
All first year cyclists receive a complimentary jersey and returning cyclists may purchase a jersey.
You can register and fundraise all online: https://runsignup.com/Race/AL/Tuscaloosa/RideofLove
We have options!!! Here is a quick overview.
Route Options:
150 Miles: Starts promptly at 6:00 a.m. at the IHOP in Tuscaloosa. Breakfast is provided for cyclists. Many cyclists stay the night before at the Fairfield Inn that is right behind the IHOP. The Fairfield has offered a special group rate of $99 for Ride of Love cyclists if you book by April 20. Book under “Camp Smile” group.
150 Miles: Starts promptly at 6:00 a.m. at the IHOP in Tuscaloosa. Breakfast is provided for cyclists. Many cyclists stay the night before at the Fairfield Inn that is right behind the IHOP. The Fairfield has offered a special group rate of $99 for Ride of Love cyclists if you book by April 20. Book under “Camp Smile” group.
75 Miles: The 75 Mile Option will start at the lunch stop at the Chevron in Clanton. Cyclists will need to be there and ready to ride by 10:45 a.m. Transportation is available from camp back to your parked car in Clanton. More information available on website.
Transportation:
Transportation will be provided for cyclists back to the their vehicles for both the 75 and 150 mile options. Cline Tours provides a bus taking cyclists back to Birmingham and Tuscaloosa!
Transportation will be provided for cyclists back to the their vehicles for both the 75 and 150 mile options. Cline Tours provides a bus taking cyclists back to Birmingham and Tuscaloosa!
The Ride of Love is fully supported with a mechanic, sag wagon, ambulance and plenty of hydration and snacks!
There is also a group of us who caravan to Tuscaloosa from Birmingham the Friday evening before the ride.
Come join us! We guarantee you will remember the Ride of Love for the rest of your life!
Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Thank you!
Meredith and Savannah
Meredith and Savannah
Check out our Ride of Love Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1503873573239339/
Savannah Lanier
Development Director
Camp Smile-A-Mile
Alabama’s Program for Children with Cancer
1510 5th Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35233
(p) 205.323.8427
(f) 205.323.6220
Twitter: @campsmileamile
Meredith McLaughlin
Co-Chair 2016 Ride of Love
Cell (205) 965-1356
“This is one ride I hope one day to never have to do again. But until there is a cure, there’s Camp Smile-A-Mile!” Michael Hayes, Ride of Love Veteren
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