Bike Illinois for Push
You don't need to dedicate a whole summer for Push
By Push America
December 11, 2008
Push America is pleased to announce that it has named Bicycle Illinois as one of the Push America Challenge 2009 events.
Held from July 11-18, Bicycle Illinois is a six-day bicycle tour across the state of Illinois from Cairo, at Illinois' southernmost tip, to downtown Chicago. Bicycle Illinois is owned and operated by former Journey of Hope cyclist Rob Layton ('98 North), who credits his experience participating in the Journey of Hope to create the event.
Bicycle Illinois covers at least 500 miles, an average of 85 miles per day, with century options available every day, as well. Registration includes everything you need such as nightly lodging, food, vehicle support, baggage transportation and some very nice extras are available including transportation to Cairo from Chicago and hotel options. Getting to and from the event is easy from wherever you’ll be coming as the event starts and ends in Chicago. If a week is too long, partial tours are also available.
If you are interested in participating, Push America recommends you register as early as possible. The earlier you register, the easier it will be to plan around the dates and avoid unexpected work/family conflicts. It will also give you more time to convince your friends and riding partners to participate with you. You'll also assure yourself a spot when the registration limits are reached and have a set, motivating fitness goal toward which you can work.
Most importantly, however, is the time you will allow yourself to raise valuable funds and awareness on behalf of people with disabilities. While the registration fee is your own expense, participating as part of Push America Challenge requires fundraising to meet your goal. Money raised will go to further the number of grants given to organizations that serve people with disabilities.
For more information on how to participate please visit www.bicycleillinois.com or the Push America Challenge Web site.