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ABC Kick-Off a hit! - July 14, 2010

The AIDS Bicycle Challenge Kick-Off Party was a huge success! Over 75 riders, volunteers and spectators attended for a training ride, to hear remarks from State Senator Jolie Justus and for great food and drink! Many thanks to all who attended. You can view pics from the event on Camp's Facebook page and on photographer Mark Breeding's Facebook page.

Training Rides - June 24, 2010

Don't forget! Weekly training rides are happening each Monday at 6:30 pm, beginning and ending at Family Bicycles at 7140 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO. There are two rides--one for beginners and one for more experienced riders. Hope to see you there!

City of Fountains Bicycle Tour - May 19, 2010

On June 20th, don't miss the annual City of Fountains Bicycle Tour! Choose from a 9, 17, 22 31 or 49 mile route that passes by Kansas City's beautiful fountains and many of our historic landmarks. You can register online here!

State Senator Jolie Justus to again serve as Honorary Chair! - March 31, 2010

State Senator Jolie Justus has again agreed to serve as Honorary Chair of the 2010 AIDS Bicycle Challenge! Many thanks to Senator Justus for her commitment to ABC and to those living with HIV/AIDS in Kansas City.

ABC recruiting Steering Committee Members! - January 5, 2010

AIDS Bicycle Challenge 2010 is now recruiting Steering Committee Members! If you would like to serve on the ABC Steering Committee, please email ride@aidsbicyclechallenge.org. We meet on a monthly basis until the final month when we will meet at least twice. The first meeting is Monday, February 15th, 6 pm at Family Bicycles, located at 7140 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO. Hope to see you there!

Ride in recognition of World AIDS Day - November 24, 2009

World AIDS Day is on December 1st. We invite you to help raise awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS by cycling 29 miles (one mile for each year of the pandemic) on Sunday, November 29th, 11 am at Family Bicycles. We will provide a route map, ride leader and sweep, but be prepared to ride 29 miles unsupported. Helmets are required. Wear RED and come out and ride with the Co-Chairs of the 2009/2010 AIDS Bicycle Challenge!

Spinning Classes Available - October 28, 2009

ABC Riders! Don't let your summer fitness fall away. Come spin with ABC Sponsor Family Bicycles at the Family Bicycles Fall Spinning Classes. Classes are just beginning so visit the Family Bicycles Facebook Fanpage for more information!

ABC 2009 Photos Available! - October 6, 2009

Photographs from the 2009 AIDS Bicycle Challenge are now available! Follow this link to view photos on Flickr from acid Glass, Russell Campillo. You can also follow this link to view photos from Kathy Disney! Thank you Russell and Kathy for your contributions!

Tour of Missouri Autographed Jersey - September 10, 2009

Don't miss out on the Silent Auction that will be held during the Post Ride Celebration! You will have the chance to bid on: Levi Leipheimer Poster, signed and framed / Cannondale Poster, signed by 4 members of Liquigas squad, framed / Tour of Missouri yellow jersey signed by ToM Team Astana Squad / Team Revolution (Women's St. Louis Pro Team) swag: t-shirt, water bottles, coozies and more! The Post Ride Celebration will be held immediately after the ride concludes from 11 am to 2 pm in the LIVE! Block of the Kansas City Power & Light District.

Pro Cyclist Kelly Benjamin to ride with ABC on Saturday! - September 9, 2009

Pro cyclist Kelly Benjamin of the professional cycling Team Colavita will ride the 50 mile route with AIDS Bicycle Challenge participants on Saturday. Sign up today to ride with Kelly!

ABC on Kansas Cyclist Podcast and Northeast News - September 3, 2009

Elizabeth Bejan, Co-Chair of the AIDS Bicycle Challenge, was recently interviewed by the Kansas Cyclist. Check out this podcast to hear more news on ABC, the Tour of Missouri Stage 7 Kansas City and SportsFest!

Also, check out a story on ABC in the Northeast News!

131 Riders Registered! - August 25, 2009

As of Tuesday, August 25th, there are 131 riders registered for the AIDS Bicycle Challenge! ABC is on track to have over 500 participants on Saturday, September 12th! Don't miss out on the fun...and don't miss out on the early registration incentive. It's only $25 to register for ABC before Saturday, September 12th, but $50 on event day. Don't wait--register today!

Kick-Off Party a success! - August 4, 2009

The AIDS Bicycle Challenge Kick-Off Party was a huge success! Over 60 riders and 20 spectators stopped by Family Bicycles on Monday, August 3rd to meet and greet with registered ABC participants, ABC Co-Chairs, 2009 Honorary Chair Senator Jolie Justus, volunteers and friends. Many thanks to everyone who stopped by and for those who participated in the weekly ABC Training Ride. If you haven't registered for the 5th annual AIDS Bicycle Challenge, register today!

Post Ride Celebration! - July 21, 2009

If you aren't able to ride in the September 12th ride but would like to be a part of the fun, join us on event day anytime from 11 am to 2 pm in the LIVE! Block of the Kansas City Power & Light District for the ABC Post Ride Celebration! Enjoy food, beer and great entertainment as we celebrate another successful ABC! Cost for non-riders is $15 a person.

Become a fan of AIDS Bicycle Challenge on Facebook and follow ABC on Twitter! - July 9, 2009

If you are not a fan of the AIDS Bicycle Challenge on Facebook, become one today! Simply search for the AIDS Bicycle Challenge and become a fan of one of the most exciting charity rides in Kansas City! Also, you can follow the AIDS Bicycle Challenge on Twitter. You can find ABC on Twitter at www.twitter.com/abc_kc to keep up to date on what's going on with the AIDS Bicycle Challenge!

Missouri State Senator Jolie Justus to serve as ABC 2009 Honorary Chair! - June 22, 2009

Missouri State Senator Jolie Justus has agreed to serve as the 2009 AIDS Bicycle Challenge Honorary Chair!

Donate to our Riders! - June 8, 2009

If you are not able to participate in ABC 2009, please consider making a donation in support of our participants! You can make a donation at www.firstgiving.com/abckc--just search for your friend's name in the upper right hand corner under "Want to Donate?" and make a donation to their fundraising efforts! Your support will help those living with HIV/AIDS in the Kansas City area.

Register by June 14th and win prizes! - June 2, 2009

Those who register for the AIDS Bicycle Challenge by 11:59 pm on June 14th will be entered into a drawing to win great prizes! Register today to earn a chance to win AIDS Bicycle Challenge seat packs, ABC Hydration Backpacks and more! You can register by clicking on the "Register" link above!

ABC Training Rides to be held Monday evenings - May 26, 2009

Are you ready to get those legs and body trained for the upcoming AIDS Bicycle Challenge? If your answer is yes, join us this summer every Monday evening, 6:30 pm at Family Bicycles in Waldo for ABC Training Rides! Family Bicycles is located at 7140 Wornall Road in Kansas City, Missouri.

Click on the ABC Training Ride Map 2009 under Resources to the right of the page for a detailed description!

ABC partners with the Tour of Missouri! - April 27, 2009

The AIDS Bicycle Challenge is the official 2009 Charity Ride for the Tour of Missouri Stage 7 in Kansas City!

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