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Message started by Ric_Clark on Nov 11^th, 2010, 9:45am

Title: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by Ric_Clark on Nov 11^th, 2010, 9:45am

Has anyone ever done this ride before??Ride Ataxia Dallas

The Friedreichs Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA)
is proud to partner with Outback Steakhouse for a day of physical achievement and family fun. Ride Ataxia cycling events across the country have raised invaluable awareness for Friedreich's ataxia (FA) and funded $960,000 in FA research grants in just 4 short years. FA is a debilitating, life-shortening, degenerative neuro-muscular disorder.

RIDE ATAXIA DALLAS INCLUDES:
10, 25 and 50 mile well marked routes
Fully stocked rest stops & SAG support
A huge post ride meal catered by Outback Steakhouse
FREE event T-shirt for participants registered by February 25th
FREE cycling jersey for participants who fundraise $500 or more
Join us for a day of scenic cycling, great food, and fun in Lewisville.

Date: Saturday March 26, 2011

Location: Vista Ridge Amphitheater
3049 Lake Vista Drive
Lewisville, TX 75067

Schedule:
7:30am – 10:30am Registration open
8:30am – 9:00am 50 mile ride starts
9:15am – 9:45am 25 mile ride starts
10:00am – 10:30am 10 mile ride starts
11:30am – 2:30pm Lunch by Outback Steakhouse

Please keep checking back here for more information very soon or get the latest updates by following the ride on Twitter and facebook

Participants that fundraise $500 or more and all teams of ten that fundraise $4,000 or more will receive an official Ride Ataxia Dallas cycling jersey.

Ride Jersey (Philly Jersey shown with 2009 sponsors)

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by jcsadowski on Nov 11^th, 2010, 3:23pm

Even bicycle-stuff has not heard of it. - yet -

John

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by mleuck on Nov 11^th, 2010, 11:21pm

They have a nation-wide website but don't mention that ride, got a source?

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by jcsadowski on Nov 12^th, 2010, 7:54am

They want you to raise $500.00 dollars for a 50 mile ride.
Not my kind of ride.

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by rideataxia on Nov 17^th, 2010, 12:29am

Hello Fellow Recumbent Enthusiasts,

I am the organizer of Ride Ataxia Dallas and I came across this post so I thought I would chime in.

Ride Ataxia is a young program (just over a year) of the Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance (FARA). FARA's mission is to find a treatment and a cure for Friedreich's ataxia (FA) through scientific research. FA is a genetic, progressive, life shortening neuromuscular disorder with which I am affected.

I started Ride Ataxia in 2007 when I wanted to do something to help myself and many other people. I rode my trike 2,500 miles from San Diego to Memphis. Over the next few years I made several more journeys including a successful finish of Race Across America as part of the 4 man Team FARA in 2010. During these journeys we have made a significant impact on research by funding $960,000 in FA research and inspiring others to take control of their own situation no matter what the circumstance.

We have now turned the ride into one and two day regional rides taking place in different locations across the country. In 2010 we had rides in Northern California, Tampa, Philadelphia, and Southern California. We just completed our Philly ride in October and we had 400 participants who helped raise $150,000 for FA research. Dallas is a brand new location for Ride Ataxia and we are very excited to have a ride there on March 26, 2010.

We would love for all our participants to raise funds, however fundraising is not required. The $500 fundraising requirement is for if you want a free jersey, otherwise you can just buy a jersey for $75. If you register before Feb 25 the price is $30 which includes the ride with full SAG support and fully stocked rest stops plus an event t-shirt and a post ride BBQ by Outback Steakhouse.

This is our first time in Dallas but we have had some great reviews from our participants in other locations. I hope you will consider joining us.

Registration will open in mid December. We will also have an online version of the route at that time.

I Hope to see you on the road,

-Kyle Bryant

http://theataxian.com

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by FlyingLaZBoy on Nov 17^th, 2010, 5:34pm

Thanks for the clarifications, Kyle, and welcome to the RBENT board... I, among others here, followed your progress during RAAM, and we applaud your efforts. Our pal Sandy Earl, fellow RAAMer, is also an RBENTer... Knowing that the fundraising is an option is good to know, it'll increase your participation overall -- just make sure that that's clear on your website!

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by rideataxia on Nov 17^th, 2010, 5:39pm

Thanks! Perhaps I will have to reword a few things.

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by rideataxia on Dec 21^st, 2010, 1:33pm

Hi Folks,

All the important details have been added to the Ride Ataxia Dallas website. You can now view the routes and signup online.

Just a reminder, fundraising is not required. However you could earn great prizes like an event jersey, a brand new road bike (if that's how you roll) or a new Catrike for your fundraising efforts.

Check out the site and let me know if there are any questions or concerns. I appreciate the feedback. http://rideataxia.org/dallas

-Kyle

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by FlyingLaZBoy on Dec 21^st, 2010, 3:59pm

OK, Ray, Mark Leuck and you Lewisville/FM-area folks.. check out his route maps... look like a good selection of roads??? Give him some feedback...

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/224340

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/234721

Title: Re: Ride Ataxia Dallas
Post by FlyingLaZBoy on Dec 23^rd, 2010, 8:23am

Kyle, I cross-posted about the rally on the Greater Dallas Bicyclists website discussion board... www.greaterdallasbicyclists.com

Paul