tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65080126189307873082024-02-20T18:52:28.321-05:00Cycling to Create a World Free of MSBike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-60358534716525656492009-04-29T11:30:00.003-04:002009-04-29T13:24:52.669-04:00LAST MINUTE TIPSSome last minute reminders and suggetions as you are getting ready for this weekend.<br /><div align="center"> </div><div align="center"><span style="color:#ff6600;"><strong>Packet Pickup</strong></span></div><div align="center"> Friday, May 1, 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.</div><div align="center">Host hotel:Hampton Inn and Suites-Savannah Historic District </div><div align="center">201<span style="color:#000000;">MLK Jr. Blvd., Savannah, GA 31401</span></div><div align="center"><span style="color:#000000;">912-</span><span style="color:#000000;">721-1600 or 1-800-426-7866</span></div><div align="center"><a href="http://http//hamptoninn.hilton.com/en/hp/hotels/index.jhtml;jsessionid=5ZO4ABPLOJV1MCSGBI1MVCQKIYFC5UUC?ctyhocn=SAVHSHX">visit their website for more information</a></div><br />Visit our website for more information about packet pickup.<br /><ul><li><a href="http://http//www.bikemssavannah.org/packet.html">Do I have to attend the Packet Pickup?</a></li><li><a href="http://http//www.bikemssavannah.org/packet.html">What is included in the rider packet? </a></li><li><a href="http://http//www.bikemssavannah.org/packet.html">What do I need to bring with me?</a></li><li><a href="http://http//www.bikemssavannah.org/packet.html">RIDERS UNDER 18 </a></li></ul><p>Friday and Saturday nights you have chance to explore the unique city of Savannah and eat at one of a kind restaurants. Visit the Savannah Visitors website for recommendations of places to eat and things to do and see while visiting. <a href="http://http//www.savannahvisit.com/visitors_dining.asp">Savannah Restaurant and dining guide</a>.</p><p align="center"><strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">Don't forget!</span></strong></p><p>what to bring with you on the ride:</p><ul><li>your helmet-THIS IS REQUIRED!</li><li>Padded bike shorts, jersey</li><li>cycling gloves, good atletic shoes</li><li>sunglasses, lip balm, sunscreen</li><li>patch, spare tubes, tire pump</li><li>identification (driver's license)</li><li>emergency cash, credit card</li><li>water bottles, hydration pack</li><li>rider numbers & wristband</li><li>ride maps & cue sheets</li><li>medications, hand sanitizer</li><li>rain poncho (just in case)</li></ul><p>Overnight bag suggestions:</p><ul><li>Tent, sleeping bag and pillow if you are camping</li><li>travel alarm clock</li><li>towel & toiletries for on-sight shower</li><li>medications</li><li>change of clothes for Saturday & Sunday</li></ul><p>We know that you have worked hard fundraising and training for this ride. We look forward to seeing you in Savannah in a few days for a fantastic weekend!</p><p> </p>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-69215832055736905192009-04-29T11:26:00.002-04:002009-04-29T11:30:07.018-04:00What a unique ride!Did you know that Bike MS: Georgia Power Savannah Ride takes you through some very unique and beautiful areas! Over the course of the weekend you will ride through historic downtown Savannah, Dutch Island, Isle of Hope, and Thunderbolt.<br /><br />Savannah’s architecture and history are internationally know, as is its reputation for southern charm and hospitality. Each year Savannah attracts millions of visitors from across the country and world. Savannah offers access to beautiful beaches and small Georgia Islands as well as tours of historic homes, beautiful churches, and unique downtown shopping and restaurants. Visit their website for more information and fun things to see and do: <a href="http://www.savannahvisit.com/">http://www.savannahvisit.com</a><br /><br />The ride will take you through the gated community of Dutch Island. Dutch Island is a small community nestled in the Inter-Coastal Waterways near Savannah GA. It is a private, gated community with a rich history. It is surrounded by salt water marsh and the inter-coastal waterway including Skidaway River, Herb River, Wilmington River and Grimbal Creek. What a beautiful community to ride through.<br /><br />The community website of the Isle of Hope describes this community as having expansive live oaks, magnolias, and azaleas, and is as charming as its name implies. But it is somewhat false advertising because Isle of Hope is not really an island, but a sandy peninsula with a high bluff looking over to Skidaway Island across the Intracoastal Waterway at Skidaway Narrows at the Isle of Hope River. It has many beautiful antebellum homes and old summer cottages which has made it ideal for old movie settings.<br /><br />The town of Thunderbolt is in Chatham County situated close to Savannah. It is 1.3 square miles with a population of approximately 2,000 people. It owes its name to a legend of lightening strike that created a freshwater spring on the Wilmington Bluff. <br /><br />What a unique and great way to visit some of the prettiest places in Savannah! <br /><br />Enjoy your ride!Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-71270714342459800992009-04-14T16:12:00.003-04:002009-04-14T16:25:10.301-04:00Why I Ride?The reason why you choose to participate in our bike rides can be a truely inspiring story to someone. Share with others your reasons and you may inspire them to join your team or to give to the cause. <br /><br />Renee Spivey of the Domestiques has been riding since 1991. She says that she will continue to ride until there is a cure for MS. Spivey states, "these are the reasons I ride. I cannot imagine living a life with the uncertainty that people with MS endure. I cannot imagine not getting to ride because my symptoms are flaring up like my friend Marge had happen lately. I cannot imagine the fear of getting pregnant because I would have to stop my MS meds like my friends Chasity and Kat went through. I cannot imagine the inconvenience of needing to stay cool to reduce symptoms when living in the South like my friend Emily. I cannot imagine the fear of potentially having to change careers because I can no longer do the job I am passionate about like my friend Officer Byrd".Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-41656439221593567902009-04-09T14:38:00.002-04:002009-04-09T14:57:41.519-04:00Safety tips for all skill levelsThe following safety tips are from the League of American Bicyclists. For more safety tips and more information about them you can visit their website at <a href="http://www.bikeleague.org/">http://www.bikeleague.org/</a><br /><br /><div align="center"><strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">TEN COMMANDMENTS OF BICYCLING</span></strong></div><br />I. Wear a helmet for every ride and use lights at night<br />II. Conduct an ABC Quick Check before every ride<br />III. Obey traffic laws: ride on the right, slowest traffic farthest to right<br />IV. Ride predictably and be visible at all times<br />V. At intersections, ride in the right-most lane that goes in your direction<br />VI. Scan for traffic and signal lane changes and turns<br />VII. Be prepared for mechanical emergencies with tools and know-how<br />VIII. Control your bike by practicing bike handling skills<br />IX. Drink before you are thirsty and eat before you are hungry<br />X. Have fun!<br /><br /><div align="center"><strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">STRETCHING WHILE RIDING</span></strong></div><br />Stretching and exercising is important to do before you start out on your ride. Here are some great tips on ways and reasons you should stretch and warm up.<br /><br />1. Reasons to stretch<br />-It reduces tightness and strain in your neck, back, shoulders, arms and face<br />-You are able to ride longer with less fatigue; recover faster with post-ride stretches<br />-Always warm-up muscles before stretching; cold stretching can cause injury<br /><br />2. Be careful<br />-Never attempt these stretches while riding in a group or paceline situation<br />-Check for traffic, slow down and maintain control of your bicycle<br />-Attempt stretches only on smooth, flat, dry pavement<br /><br />3. Lower and middle back stretches<br />-With one hand on the bar, reach back and place your forearm across your lower back<br />-Twist your upper body toward the hand that is behind you; hold for 5 seconds<br />-Look over your shoulder and move that shoulder back while moving the other forward<br /><br />4. Shoulder and neck<br />-Reach across chest to opposite shoulder as far as comfortable; hold for 5 seconds<br />-Lift shoulders toward your ears until you feel tensions<br />-Hold for 5 seconds, then slowly roll back to original positions<br /><br />5. Fingers and forearms<br />-Place hand on hip, palm down, fingers up; straighten elbow to stretch for 10 seconds<br />-Place fingers on handlebar and push down to stretch forearms; hold for 5 seconds<br />-Bend hand back as far as possible; rotate wrist back and forth; hold for 5 seconds<br /><br />6. Face and jaw<br />-Open your mouth in an "O" then move your lips right to left to stretch cheek muscles<br />-Open your mouth wide to stretch jaw muscles<br />-Never clench your teeth while riding<br /><br />7. Back<br />-Arch your back while lowering your head slightly<br />-Then straighten your back and lift your head up to straighten your spine<br />-Hold each for 5 seconds; perform both stretches consecutively<br /><br />6. Legs<br />-While coasting, straighten one leg in the 6 o'clock positron and drop your heel<br />-In the 3 and 9 o'clock position, stand and drop both heels; switch feet and repeat<br />-Hold each stretch for 10 seconds and repeatBike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-70504449591203557432009-03-18T13:37:00.003-04:002009-03-18T13:52:45.939-04:00Ideas for Generating DonationsDoes the thought of raising money have you overwhelmed? Did you set a goal that seems unattainable? Try taking it one day at a time. In 10 days you can raise $1,000. Here is how you can do it. <br /><br />*Day 1: Start by making a personal contribution to your ride efforts for $50.<br /><br />Day 2: Ask 2 of your family members to contribute $50 each.<br /><br />Day 3: Ask 10 friends to contribute $20 each.<br /><br />Day 4: Ask 5 co-workers to contribute $20 each.<br /><br />Day 5: Ask 5 neighbors to contribute $20 each.<br /><br />Day 6: Ask 10 people at your place of worship to contribute $10 each.<br /><br />Day 7: Ask your company for a $50 contribution and find out if the company will match what you raise-dollar for dollar.<br /><br />Day 8: Ask 5 companies that your business works with to contribute $50 each.<br /><br />Day 9: Ask 4 businesses that you frequent personally to contribute $25 each.<br /><br />Day 10: Share your success with a friend! Your grand total will be $1000!<br /><br />Feel free to modify our suggestions to best fit you and your goals. You will be surprised at the results when you set attainable goals for yourself each day. <br /><br />**Don’t forget to tell everyone their pledge is tax deductible!Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-10384584145954932672009-02-06T13:00:00.004-05:002009-02-06T13:26:33.496-05:00Get Ready for Bike MS: Georgia Power Savannah Ride!<span class="subheader style1"></span>Endorsed by ardent cyclists and novices alike, the ride offers a two-day fundraising ride through the world-renowned city of Savannah, Georgia, steeped in history and beauty. Quickly becoming one of Georgia’s two-day cycling traditions, the Bike MS: Georgia Power Savannah Ride is a non-profit sporting event celebrating its fourth year in the fight against multiple sclerosis. <p>Like its sister bike ride the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride, this event is reaching new heights in an effort to better the lives of all Georgians living with MS. By joining hundreds of riders, participants will be making a profound difference in the lives of people living with MS who are served by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Georgia Chapter. The Bike MS: Georgia Power Savannah Ride is one of two rides hosted by the National MS Society-Georgia Chapter that together will raise more than $1.4 million for client programs and research in 2009. Both tours are regarded by cycling enthusiasts as premier rides in Georgia, with experienced management, well-coordinated routes, and special attention to riders’ safety and comfort. </p> <p>The Bike MS: Georgia Power Savannah Ride 2009 will once again highlight picturesque routes through Savannah’s Low Country and historical landmarks. It will also feature a figure 8 route, allowing for greater efficiency and fun at the Start, Finish and Overnight Celebration all headquartered at our host location, the Roundhouse Railroad Museum, a National Historic Landmark site that is the oldest and largest existing 19th century railroad operations complex in the nation. As part of their weekend experience, cyclists can tour the steam and diesel locomotives, rail cars, steam-powered machinery, and model railroads.</p> <span class="subheader style1">For more information and to register, please visit <a href="http://www.bikemssavannah.org">www.bikemssavannah.org</a>.<br /></span>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-18194214116145505022008-09-08T12:29:00.015-04:002008-09-08T17:27:45.437-04:00Get Ready for the Street Festival!<p><br /><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">Join us on Friday,</span> <span style="color:#ff9900;">September 12 from 4:00-9:00pm</span> <span style="color:#c0c0c0;">at the third annual Bike MS Street Festival & Packet Pickup as the town of Pine Mountain rolls out the red carpet for the</span> </span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.bikemsatlanta.org"><span style="font-family:georgia;">Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride 2008</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;"> <span style="color:#c0c0c0;">on Sept. 13 -14. Feast on local Pine Mountain favorites; groove with music and dancing; browse Pine Mountain merchants; visit with </span></span><a href="http://http//www.ms150atlantachallenge.org/riding_bikestores.html"><span style="font-family:georgia;">official bike stores</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">; and attend the onsite Packet Pickup. Sponsored by the City of Pine Mountain, the</span> </span><a href="http://www.pinemountain.org/"><span style="font-family:georgia;">Pine Mountain Tourism Association</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;"> <span style="color:#c0c0c0;">and Merchants Association, this is sure to get you pumped up for the ride.</span></span></p><br /><br /><p><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:11;"><?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p><span style="font-size:130%;"><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">For our “out of town” participants and for those who waited until the last minute, this will be your last chance to get your bike inspected and to register or pick up rider packets (available at the First Baptist Church).</span> </span><span style="font-family:georgia;"><span style="color:#ff9900;">Registration and Rider Packets will NOT be available the morning of the ride.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">For a map to Pine Mountain, go to</span> </span></span><a title="http://www.pinemountain.org/" href="http://www.pinemountain.org/"><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:130%;">www.pinemountain.org</span></a><span style="font-family:georgia;font-size:130%;">.</span> </o:p></span></span></p>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-72372722445238966262008-08-27T11:49:00.015-04:002008-08-28T10:48:19.116-04:00Bike MS Official Bike Stores offer tune ups and advice before the ride<div align="left"><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">The Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride is just weeks away. As you prepare for the ride, our </span><a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/riding_bikestores.html">official bike stores</a> <span style="color:#c0c0c0;">can make sure your bike is tuned up and ready to go.</span><br /></div><br /><div align="left"><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">Additionally, official bike stores are available to help you in several ways:</span></div><ul><li><div align="left"><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">As of August 1, there is an official bike inspection which guarantees free labor on the ride. </span></div></li><br /><br /><li><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">Recommendations and literature on training to make sure you have the right bike. </span></li><br /><br /><li><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">Each of the Bike MS Official Bike Stores host regular</span> <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/riding_bikestores.html#Training%20Rides">training rides </a><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">from their store locations. Easy, moderate, and fast paced rides are available.<br /></span></li></ul><p><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">Thank you for riding in year's Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride. We look forward to seeing you and your bike at Callaway Gardens!<br /></span></p><br /><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://www.apalacheecycle.com/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239229300917675394" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQSemi8I_qpS64nPFDL9sDMsSimNYKH4ryYUiR28s8X5vt5zjXHUUJyDdAQ6NdypYI1xzTKspyPTPGSLmZYaz5GHbU9bCAmK-bFo6RgUHmBdXtN3vmJtYEW2xdE4fuOAM6UCHlozbMSIfh/s200/Bike+1.gif" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://freeflite.com/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239229299986970450" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX2ZkTORbww8_JslMdVdzQBiQRyiVMQ9MvGA7nrmEijHMD6M-W7A_CYESYYKrC4K6RyX3Ts_7YNAG0DgD0UUe22nf0i-bPbbliTYvQG5ruU3OxE_Cwi0Ja5npMABW61WQoYZy1uc-gJeGV/s200/bike+3.gif" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://cycleworksinc.com/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239229303652866546" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFjMyrLeW4Ei_unKwYN29BjRRlArP-Q2bjdhfgz3hF80RkXygzjzQd-GxodEM5vcAyC64-sYt0QU1yDFQgfth4FWYYBHfCT9rwSDzZdP3ZoDZHaYyIX8eyRykuTj9r0Fw7OxztgekRuiRl/s200/bike+2.png" border="0" /></a></p><br /><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://www.roswellbicycles.com/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239229307630490498" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0VyileQVFfG5BnAQWeAcrW_snZxOAafFShdRs4SRF5xQNFAPJXfWE8jB4fmZQ6FNgtGYMu0mIXGVeVs2UNlYrOf2bDS77HiCvhDREmrJXsEUXXpnvvIr1CXLp2dNTa3-3Wlc3gldJqHwv/s200/bike+4.png" border="0" /></a> <a href="http://atlantatrek.com/"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239229312027079042" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEukYc38_C-i83s9pUlaDZHd9lOuOnciYqYDvo6uc15olsZIMbZLDWOVfaf8oLF4iYo-BkTl_MFPzOLY1V7w5vFK3oXzFJDMlrLUYPbIWLx95Ij6plbnDT83q5rKpMuPutZFfBLsJFPGuG/s200/bike+5.jpg" border="0" /></a> </p>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-11960012042911886042008-08-13T14:36:00.009-04:002008-08-13T15:29:07.582-04:00The ride is only a month away! How's your training coming?Of course you all know that the ride is only a month away and we're sure you've been training hard. Here are a few tips to help you out in your last push before the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride on Sept. 13th and 14th at Callaway Gardens.<br /><br /><br /><strong>1. Eat, Drink and Ride</strong><br />On all rides, you should drink 4-8 ounces of water or carbohydrate drink every 15-30 minutes. Drink more if it’s hot, humid or you are really riding hard. On rides more than two hours in duration, carbohydrate replacement drinks empty more slowly from the stomach, so the total fluid amount should be reduced to 2-4 ounces every 15-30 minutes.<br /><br /><strong>2. Check in with one of the Official Bike Stores<br /></strong>The best source for bicycling information is one of the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride's <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/riding_bikestores.html">Official Bike<br />Stores</a>. Your Official Bike Store is also the best source for your mechanical questions.<br /><br /><strong>3. Keep track of your mileage<br /></strong>Another key aspect of training is assessing your improvement. Keeping track of start and stop times will help you judge overall speed.<br /><br /><strong>4. Sometimes double-up on miles</strong><br />After working up to a moderate day, attempt an endurance day by doubling the mileage once a week. The purpose is to gain confidence and improve cardiovascular fitness.<br /><br /><strong>5. Ride hills</strong><br />After warming up with a moderate day ride, find a hill that you can climb without totally exhausting yourself. The power and stamina developed with hill work will assist you in taking the larger hills along the route.<br /><br /><strong>6. Work on speed intervals</strong><br />Interval training works the same way. Start with one sprint on each ride and then add more, longer sprints each time that you ride. Interval training will improve overall speed, endurance and your ability to recover.<br /><br /><strong>7. Check out the event website for more information</strong><br /><a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/">The Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride</a> website has all the info you need; map routes for <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/downloadables/Cue_Sheet_Day%20One_34_%2063_route_for_website.pdf">day one</a> and <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/downloadables/Cue_Sheet_Day_Two_for_website.pdf">day two </a>, <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/tour_ridersvcs.html">rider services</a>, <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/tour_calendar.html">calendar of events </a>and more.<br /><br />Let us know how it's going. Comment on your training and any tips you have.Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-16134736017708536072008-08-07T12:10:00.012-04:002008-08-07T13:45:50.966-04:00Bike MS Jr. opens this year's ride to cyclists of all ages<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEjgYq-qKahGeGpvxFhoRg52xsSJ6mDng-9387CP1gEGHVRG12-6erfEjOhyphenhyphenvvntZASg3luNSl4gZhzN5qmohryQzn7tXo8VnM1qaG_yCdnZRKI-dmJxwdBKraMQaDZQeqBgB8ll0W0XV1/s1600-h/bikemsjr_ben.jpg"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYYj4gBpbai8r18R6z3LYuhCLPOZqrvrFRJmtLFW_GQ-ewkJLVg4cPeOQ8eX4QZg3AFquEQTGFfcvAhaUjCOSlPB0P6AbI8mgHrqRdEkbnYzNB5KtGfEeKUrscf4WHvzin4WXH_cOATCnZ/s1600-h/bikemsjr_alden.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5231829441961338002" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYYj4gBpbai8r18R6z3LYuhCLPOZqrvrFRJmtLFW_GQ-ewkJLVg4cPeOQ8eX4QZg3AFquEQTGFfcvAhaUjCOSlPB0P6AbI8mgHrqRdEkbnYzNB5KtGfEeKUrscf4WHvzin4WXH_cOATCnZ/s320/bikemsjr_alden.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB7w2KNxgDLD7MHSgJETAsKBSJFMuA2blFdklmkEp7IKTVIgHvGoLAs-MvvcSi0upzzBvEWG_D-IVomiSVDdnJl_kC4FVQlh7UNulhvZkKO2xAzxgHas1MJK84BmWIYTp9QXU-P3rSTy2O/s1600-h/bikemsjr_ben.jpg"></a></div><br /><div>This year's <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.bikemsatlanta.org">Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride</a> is offering an opportunity for the whole family to get involved...<br /><br /><br />The <a href="http://www.ms150atlantachallenge.org/tour_bikemsjr.html">Bike MS Jr. Ride</a> is a <span style="color:#ff6600;">brand new and exciting program open to all cyclists from ages 5 to 11. </span>This one-day ride, held in conjunction with the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride, offers a specialized ride and fundraising experience for our youngest participants. The junior cyclists will enjoy secure routes throughout Callaway Gardens with frequent break points at various attractions throughout the park.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy-inVgllrhUBnYOt3xJdsAecq-TB5WStzcns01Ts19SlqptIthKis6kA0iNhstQ28qCAqasECFl7mctMTIXRg_mI4lYKsQNx1gGM8hDIWt1VvCAymf6HNYzQ6Ka4SXZMfm025mt78flWr/s1600-h/bikemsjr_ben.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5231831829746442562" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy-inVgllrhUBnYOt3xJdsAecq-TB5WStzcns01Ts19SlqptIthKis6kA0iNhstQ28qCAqasECFl7mctMTIXRg_mI4lYKsQNx1gGM8hDIWt1VvCAymf6HNYzQ6Ka4SXZMfm025mt78flWr/s320/bikemsjr_ben.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div></div><div></div><div>This is sure to be an experience the whole family can enjoy and be proud of!<br /><br /><strong>Get started!</strong> <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/tour_register.html">Sign-up your junior cyclist today</a> at, the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride. </div><div></div><div><br /><span style="color:#ff6600;"><strong>Bike MS Jr. Promotes</strong></span> </div><div></div><ul><li>Lifelong fitness and health</li><li>Community responsibility through fundraising for a good cause</li><li>Basic cycling skills to enhance ability, safety & confidence</li><li>Teamwork and respect</li><li>Cycling ettiqute for responsible, informed cyclists</li><li>Vital communication skills as parents teach and assist in fundraising</li><li>Appreciation of nature through breakpoints at Callaway Gardens nature centers</li></ul>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-33378562542853030062008-07-29T15:55:00.014-04:002008-12-10T00:27:32.865-05:00Long awaited Steve Penley masterpiece unveiled<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVGIYOAUbTR8DXde07MWwyh2OfcCQNOqykmIHsUdXW4ksd7f3JrwDNkjJRLhGXxAJ8BOyo0qIFqEhrKyLB4Eil6DFsD2ERrPG6pl1hzx_9Ya8OP4dtc80DmlHw6R9F7TlhEtZPhNbXTPDJ/s1600-h/IMG_5310.JPG"><span style="color:#000000;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5228831730235660546" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVGIYOAUbTR8DXde07MWwyh2OfcCQNOqykmIHsUdXW4ksd7f3JrwDNkjJRLhGXxAJ8BOyo0qIFqEhrKyLB4Eil6DFsD2ERrPG6pl1hzx_9Ya8OP4dtc80DmlHw6R9F7TlhEtZPhNbXTPDJ/s320/IMG_5310.JPG" border="0" /></span></a><span style="color:#000000;"> </span><div><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">We were truly honored last night to have renowned artist </span><a href="http://www.stevepenley.com/"><span style="color:#cc66cc;">Steve Penley</span></a><span style="color:#c0c0c0;"> unveil his long awaited masterpiece created exclusively for the National MS Society – Georgia Chapter to promote the </span><a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/"><span style="color:#cc66cc;">Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride</span></a><span style="color:#c0c0c0;"><span style="color:#cc66cc;">.</span> His artwork will serve as the design for the jersey to be awarded to the top 100 fundraisers from this year’s Atlanta ride!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">We would like to express our gratitude to Steve Penley for his work and </span><a href="http://www.lmartworks.com/"><span style="color:#cc66cc;">Linstrum+Matre </span></a><a href="http://www.lmartworks.com/"><span style="color:#cc66cc;">Artworks</span></a><span style="color:#c0c0c0;"> for hosting the event. </span></div><div></div><div><span style="color:#c0c0c0;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVBog9wTVvcRnNqlO5GUw0uogp7tOtmlMRwO6ce-V8LedJCyIOFGxh08AEnh9teT5zDMGNz8uXMigwNkgifeuefj_hlsUJyLHCwZtg9xvQ8T605bnpx7Dde5TPgzqY5rR-PaQMK2X1KyMc/s1600-h/IMG_5339-first+choice.JPG"><span style="color:#c0c0c0;"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5228831871121971522" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" height="195" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVBog9wTVvcRnNqlO5GUw0uogp7tOtmlMRwO6ce-V8LedJCyIOFGxh08AEnh9teT5zDMGNz8uXMigwNkgifeuefj_hlsUJyLHCwZtg9xvQ8T605bnpx7Dde5TPgzqY5rR-PaQMK2X1KyMc/s320/IMG_5339-first+choice.JPG" width="285" border="0" /></span></a>The evening was filled with excitement about the painting and the upcoming September ride. On hand was National MS Society- Georgia Chapter President Roy A. Rangel; artist Steve Penley, National MS Society- Georgia Chapter Board Chairman Gary Grant and National MS Society National Board Chairman Weyman Johnson</span></div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><div><span style="color:#ff6600;"></span></div><div><span style="color:#ff6600;"></span></div><div><span style="color:#ff6600;"></span></div><div><span style="color:#ff6600;"></span></div><div><span style="color:#ff6600;"></span></div><div><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">Remember that registration fees increase on August 1, so </span><a href="http://bikegaa.nationalmssociety.org/site/TR/Bike/GAABikeEvents?pg=entry&fr_id=8885"><span style="color:#cc66cc;">register online</span></a><span style="color:#c0c0c0;">.</span></div>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-1844042708887501362008-07-24T16:05:00.008-04:002008-12-10T00:27:33.037-05:00Renowned Atlanta artist Steve Penley unveils his masterpiece created exclusively for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGhCYM0V4zAINev9iZZcrknkCWlwsah3UeC-Qb2vuTm4mVAAOHI7DBR33JZSEzvDc3gswicqJCp78J15tIduF2vITot9lJCie3cd6Wu_66D1395A_bOLS0zqyaB6D9NNBNgWfn7WNrrNj6/s1600-h/penley08studio2774.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5226674926683945058" style="FLOAT: right; MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGhCYM0V4zAINev9iZZcrknkCWlwsah3UeC-Qb2vuTm4mVAAOHI7DBR33JZSEzvDc3gswicqJCp78J15tIduF2vITot9lJCie3cd6Wu_66D1395A_bOLS0zqyaB6D9NNBNgWfn7WNrrNj6/s320/penley08studio2774.jpg" border="0" /></a>This Tuesday, July 29, Steve Penley’s latest work, created exclusively for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Georgia Chapter, will finally be unveiled at <a title="http://www.lmartworks.com/" href="http://www.lmartworks.com/">Linstrum + Matre Artworks</a>. We are honored that this work of art will serve as the design for the jersey to be awarded to the top 100 fundraisers from this year’s Atlanta ride!! We are so thrilled to have such a talented artist contribute to the event. This jersey is sure to be one of the most coveted in the history of the ride. <a title="http://www.stevepenley.com/" href="http://www.stevepenley.com/">Steve Penley</a>, a Georgia native, is celebrated for his use of bright colors and expressionistic brush strokes to turn everyday and iconic images into vivid creations.<br /><a title="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif-jb08qXl6oalPpNafdyGEEoHzAGQCtedVKwW3G2YVZYWMVA9fP3I-QCkfwK_6o4vv8KemHP7TOt_sh8H7VAQNZOlNOrt9BlzZqT_2sH3qd8uk_nkFfI-tkTTUiRdBlmLlcqqTWcNxxIk/s1600-h/New+Matre+logo+lm_logo.jpg" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif-jb08qXl6oalPpNafdyGEEoHzAGQCtedVKwW3G2YVZYWMVA9fP3I-QCkfwK_6o4vv8KemHP7TOt_sh8H7VAQNZOlNOrt9BlzZqT_2sH3qd8uk_nkFfI-tkTTUiRdBlmLlcqqTWcNxxIk/s1600-h/New+Matre+logo+lm_logo.jpg"></a><br /><span style="color:#ff6600;">After the unveiling we'll post Penley's masterpiece for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride “Top 100 Club” jersey design.</span> <br /><div><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-48916038964085200412008-07-23T12:37:00.007-04:002008-12-10T00:27:33.461-05:00Cyclist on a billboard raises awareness for MS<p align="left"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5226255920325258914" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNgyBcs_LcaqBXPHzER69kmpkrEcW0Sprpwr0Vef8weGU-cWfVc7uLV7fxvR82Zt5e_C_VU2nmDto0KesjTlY42OjlJcs88YKIS-necx-JIhCzHRKekyxUCJ530neGjnQM283uiFCghPqN/s320/48+MS+BIKE+PR__U3M2799.jpg" border="0" /></p><div> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBvweHdzXRjIq_l425MydkMffgdbiorpI9fr-EAbhVAAvpXhT8AONkdQm3wBSFBg9bEqCam_hRHL75FR0zu27cNaNq5ugEqGGaOaYLdqNzluTwnvxNHez3eCGiFmUo01jH_P0zhQQ15RcN/s1600-h/52+MS+BIKE+PR__U3M2819.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5226258423427451186" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBvweHdzXRjIq_l425MydkMffgdbiorpI9fr-EAbhVAAvpXhT8AONkdQm3wBSFBg9bEqCam_hRHL75FR0zu27cNaNq5ugEqGGaOaYLdqNzluTwnvxNHez3eCGiFmUo01jH_P0zhQQ15RcN/s320/52+MS+BIKE+PR__U3M2819.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /></div><div><br /><div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><div>Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us yesterday. WIth our cyclist 40-feet above, we had tons of people honking their horns as they drove by, onlookers taking pictures with their phones, and an enthusiastic crowd on hand. A BIG thank you to CBS 46’s <a href="http://www.cbs46.com/bettermornings/index.html">Better Mornings </a>program for their coverage (should be able to post the video soon), as well as <a href="http://www.929dave.fm/pages/1665825.php">Zakk Tyler</a> from <a href="http://www.dave.fm/">Dave FM </a>and <a href="http://www.wgst.com/pages/morningdrive.html">Randy Cook </a>from <a href="http://www.wgst.com/main.html">WGST 640 AM</a> — we even had the traffic helicopter fly by! <a href="http://www.wgst.com/cc-common/mediaplayer/player.html?redir=yes&mps=morningdrive.php&mid=http://a1135.g.akamai.net/f/1135/30257/1h/cchannel.download.akamai.com/30257/1153/richmedia/MDRC-Roy-Rangel-072208.mp3?CCOMRRMID=17263313&CPROG=RICHMEDIA&MARKET=ATLANTA-GA&NG_FORMAT=newstalk&NG_ID=wgst640am&OR_NEWSFORMAT=newstalk&OWNER=1153&SERVER_NAME=www.640wgst.com&SITE_ID=1153&STATION_ID=WGST-AM&TRACK=Roy_Rangel">Listen to the interview</a> with Chapter President, Roy Rangel and Randy Cook. </div><div></div><div></div><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5226256154678740642" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPaFy0myulU1MWpmrv5UKXIYEkqGBdyNnI84pXckP8lo4oA3jZedoL1Qc4FZgnIVdtLr7OAIePvvg0Ufx4yvHnoqqbuEwQpTRFa3GXC1u_aUR9KuNC1XR4dkLvVOvnRJkbpOMK99ABXS0c/s320/04+MS+BIKE+PR__U3M2668.jpg" border="0" /></div><br /><div>Also, a big thanks to those the donated their time and efforts – <a href="http://www.clearchanneloutdoor.com/">ClearChannel Outdoor </a>for making the billboard available, <a href="http://www.mayors.com/">Mayors Jewelers </a>for allowing us to have the billboard for the day and <a href="http://www.starbucks.com/">Starbucks</a> for providing some free coffee and danishes.<br /><br />Next week, we’ll have the unveiling of <a href="http://www.stevepenley.com/">Steve Penley’s </a>artwork at <a href="http://www.lmartworks.com/">Linstrum + Matre Artworks</a> that was created exclusively for the Georgia Chapter and the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride. His artwork will serve as the jersey design!!<br /><br />Remember registration fees increase on August 1, so register online today at <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/">http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/</a>. </div></div></div>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-38838494936993318122008-07-20T12:37:00.007-04:002008-12-10T00:27:33.790-05:00Cyclist rides atop Atlanta billboard to end MS!!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX5JkA52DKaPneT53VstVBz8o-kuNrEVWS4elg7rQSPQsbLUams4coZSio5NnVaMx-2X_sTxW7O_1bsSGcEFFqRVKCis7jO-qRVYLNkc0W_uUrPQ_OVftzG6yvlSTfRimK9kQwY9L3rfHv/s1600-h/clip_image002.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5225137012952741586" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 312px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 129px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" height="163" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX5JkA52DKaPneT53VstVBz8o-kuNrEVWS4elg7rQSPQsbLUams4coZSio5NnVaMx-2X_sTxW7O_1bsSGcEFFqRVKCis7jO-qRVYLNkc0W_uUrPQ_OVftzG6yvlSTfRimK9kQwY9L3rfHv/s320/clip_image002.jpg" width="352" border="0" /></a><br /><div align="left">Atlanta’s first ever cyclist riding atop a billboard<br />on <strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">Tuesday July 22, 2008 to help create a world free of MS<br />and promote the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride 2008<br /></span></strong>at 3330 Piedmont Rd. (in front of the Disco Kroger).<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff6600;">Yes, there really will be someone riding a bike on a billboard!<br />Come cheer the rider on from<br />6:00 – 9:00 a.m.; noon – 1 p.m.; 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.</span><br /></strong><br />National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Georgia Chapter President Roy Rangel, Captain of The Coca-Cola Company Bike Team Mark Neville and Decatur Mayor and Honorary Team Captain, Bill Floyd will be there to join you.<br /><br />Go to <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/">http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/</a> and register to ride or volunteer for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride 2008 this September 13-14 at <a href="http://www.callawaygardens.com/">Callaway Gardens</a>.<br /><br />MS stops people from moving and impacts more than 8,500 Georgians. </div><div align="left"><br />The Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride is our largest, two-day cycling event<br />that raises more than $1.2M towards a cure for MS. </div>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6508012618930787308.post-22183527046282713592008-07-17T13:58:00.004-04:002008-07-18T10:24:13.556-04:00Welcome!<p>The National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Georgia Chapter would like to announce:<br /></p><p>WE HAVE A BLOG!<br /><br />Our new blog, Cycling to Create a World Free of MS, will be all about our signature event of the year- the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride- which raises more than $1.2 million dollars towards a cure to MS.<br /><br />We’re riding and volunteering in support of more than 8,500 Georgians that live with MS.<br />On this blog, we’ll post news, big and small, including:<br />· Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride event updates<br />· Local <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/riding_bikestores.html">cycling resources</a> and experts<br />· <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/riding_training.html">Training tips</a> and <a href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.com/downloads.html">route maps</a><br />· Polls, photos and more</p><p>Speaking of updates, sign up now for the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride. The registration fee increases from $35 to $50 after July 31.<br />To register go to <a title="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/" href="http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/">http://www.bikemsatlanta.org/</a>.<br /><br />BIG things are happening with the Georgia Chapter including a stunt never seen before in Atlanta to promote the Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ride.<br /><br />Bookmark this site and come back often to make sure you don't miss out!<br /><br />In the meantime, please feel free to leave your comments here and connect with others in our <a href="http://gaa.nationalmssociety.org/site/PageServer?pagename=GAA_homepage">MS community.</a><br /></p>Bike MS: Cox Atlanta Ridehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07701409866321542309noreply@blogger.com0