A Ride For Life In Santa Clarita Billed "A Tribute To George Hincapie" Prior To The Start Of His 2012 Season

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Santa Clarita, California, United States of America (Free-Press-Release.com) October 26, 2011 -- As a tribute to top-ranked American cyclist George Hincapie, Icon Event Management announces A Ride For Life, a fun cycling and fitness event, taking place in the northern Los Angeles community of Santa Clarita on December 31, 2011. Hincapie himself will participate in the event prior to his leaving to Europe to start the final campaign of his professional career.

The fun ride is designed to be an enjoyable and challenging experience for both the novice rider through competitive cyclists. People new to cycling and simply want to come out to support these great charities, experience the lifestyle or get some exercise, the 30 mile ride option might be perfect. For those who desire more of a challenge, join the 60 mile course. And then those looking to complete their first century (100-mile ride) as well as those more experienced riders may want to throw down with George, the longer distance is the ideal environment.

Luther White, ride organizer and owner of Icon Event Management says "We will have incredible support on the course, keeping our riders safe, fed and moving forward". When asked about the involvement of and tribute to Mr. Hincapie, he added "George Hincapie is an Iconic figure in the world of Cycling. What a tremendous opportunity for an amateur cyclist to ride on his wheel".

White adds that riders be sure to utilize the aid stations to properly fuel throughout this event and take advantage of the support provided by expert bike technicians should they experience any mechanical difficulties. The technicians will perform basic roadside assistance such as tire and tube changes and mechanical adjustments. Riders need to remember, as a self-sustained event, it is their responsibility to make sure their bicycle is in good working order prior to this event.

About the course, event promoters add "We have several challenge stages for the serious cyclists all taking place after the 60 mile marker including King of the Hill, Sprint Stage and overall Time". When asked about the event, Luther White says “We are expecting 3000 riders and registration has already begun to fill up. I hope participants register early, as we do not want to disappoint anyone”. And what about those helping to make the event a seamless success? An excited White mentioned “You can tell the excitement surrounding an event when the volunteer registrations began the day we opened up the web-site”.

Also part of the day's festivities is a kids 5k bike / Adult walk for those interested in supporting this great cause as a family. All ages welcome from infants, to four legged friends, come as you may. There will be food and activities available for everyone at the venue following the ride / walk. Entry fee for this event includes a tee-shirt and finishers medal for the children.

A percentage of the net proceeds from the event will be donated to Children's Hospital Los Angeles and Boys and Girls Club of Santa Clarita Valley. For additional details, people can visit the website, Facebook and Twitter accounts. Event day smartphone check-ins will be facilitated through the A Ride For Life Foursquare location.

More information can be found online at http://www.arideforlife.com

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