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How far would you ride a bike for a good cause? Ten miles? 20? 100? Whatever distance youre willing to go, the Connecticut Challenge is looking for you. The Fairfield-based foundation for cancer survivorship programs needs riders for its July 30 ride, which starts in Westport and span the western half of the state.
Founded in 2005, Connecticut Challenge donates all proceeds from its events to Connecticut hospitals with programs dedicated to cancer survivors and their families. The money goes to services such as counseling, medical care and family assistance.
There are now more Survivorship Programs in Connecticut than anywhere else in the U.S. today and we are proud to be providing support to many of them, said Executive Director Bob Mazzone. The CT Challenge Bike Ride makes it all possible.
The annual bike ride is its largest fundraiser, and this years edition is expected to draw more than 1,000 cyclists. Individuals and teams can sign up for rides of 10, 25, 50, 75 or 100 miles. Registration is open now at the Connecticut Challenge website.
And for those who think they might need to get in shape, rider Bob Ford will lead training runs on weekends preceding the race starting from the Trek Bicycle Store, 1215 Post Road, Fairfield. The next session is for beginners and begins Saturday, June 5, at 9:30 a.m.
Have you riden in the Connecticut Challenge? Tell us about the experience in the comments below.
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