RAGBRAI 2008
While it's no longer possible to ride the Tour de France as a part of Lance Armstrong's professional cycling squad, you can join Team LIVESTRONGTM as we head to Iowa for the 36th edition of RAGBRAI July 20-26, 2008!
This is your opportunity to join over 10,000 riders as they challenge themselves to 60-70 miles of riding per day, great camaraderie (and pie!) as the people of Iowa open their hearts and towns to the cycling community. RAGBRAI is a tremendous experience in itself, but to be able to take that opportunity and turn it into something truly special in the fight against cancer, even better!
What you need to know
- Team LIVESTRONG will be comprised of no more than 200 riders
- RAGBRAI is a 7-day, ~470 mile bike ride across the state of Iowa from west to east
- Each rider must raise a minimum of $1,500 for the Lance Amstrong Foundation. This amount includes the $125 entry fee for RAGBRAI and one LIVESTRONG cycling jersey
- We have approximately 80 slots left on the team. All applications will now be accepted on a first come, first serve basis up until the week before the RAGBRAI established deadline of April 1.
- VERY IMPORTANT: Sign up by filling out this online entry form and entering "RAGBRAI 2008" in the Event Description field!
The 2007 Team LIVESTRONG
Important logistical info
All riders will be responsible for:
- Their own transportation to and from the event
- All lodging, however "Camp LIVESTRONG" will be a focal point for those wishing to camp in and around the LAF rolling venue. Camping is free for the entire event.
- Their own food. Camp LIVESTRONG will be stocked with on-the-ride energy food / hydration and will host team get togethers at each evening site.
- Riders' baggage will be handled by Team LIVESTRONG and brought to the campsite each day
- *** Be sure to visit the official RAGBRAI site, *** in particular read the Basic Information and in-depth FAQ.
- Read a report from 2007's experience at ThePaceline.com
Team interaction with Lance Armstrong:
Important Fundraising Information
- Anyone who signs up and is accepted, pays the entry fee and rides, must raise a minimum of $1,500
- Riders must either raise funds or a credit card will be charged for any balance less than $1,500 within 30 days post event.
- Anyone who has been accepted and drops out after RAGBRAI's rider signup deadline must still raise a minimum of $1,500 for the LAF as they are occupying a rider slot, either through fundraising or charge to a credit card
Additional questions may be sent to fundraising@laf.org - please put "RAGBRAI 2008" in the subject line.
We hope this is an opportunity that you'll want to be a part of and that we'll be riding with you in Iowa in July!
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