What are you doing June 12? Riding in Bike-a-thon, of course!
The American Cancer Society Bike-a-thon's Monthly Newsletter
Bike-a-thon News & Updates
Greetings!

We are in the final countdown to June 12! In just one month, thousands of riders and volunteers will converge at the base of the Ben Franklin Bridge and journey eastward together in the fight against cancer.

If you haven't already registered, now is the time to join the 2,907 participants and 218 teams who have raised $711,184.94.

Thank you for tirelessly supporting the Bike-a-thon and helping the American Cancer Society create a world with more birthdays and less cancer.

Important Dates
  • May: Brain Tumor Awareness Month
  • May 13: Last day to meet $100 fundraising minimum to have bib packet mailed.

  • May 31: Bus transportation back to your start point is $25 until May 31. Return transportation increase to $40 per rider on June 1. Reserve your seat here!
  • June 1: Registration fee increases to $100 with an additional $100 fundraising minimum.

  • June 5: National Cancer Survivors Day

  • June 12: Bike-a-thon Bridge to the Beach!
Message from the Chair
Last year our ride entered a new era by returning to historic Atlantic City. Not only was it exhilarating to ride on the world famous boardwalk, but were also blessed with the support of the administration of the Honorable Mayor Donald Guardian. Their guidance and assistance contributed to both the increase in ridership and overall success of the ride. Mayor Guardian graciously participated in our endpoint survivor ceremony, personally greeting each survivor, presenting them with their medal and being photographed with them. For as much as he contributed to our event, we believe he was more touched and moved by the emotions present. In fact, he inquired if he would be able to come to the Philadelphia and ride the entire course. Join us in welcoming Mayor Guardian at the ribbon cutting to start our survivors out across the Ben Franklin Bridge on June 12th!
Truly Inspired
Truly inspired. That is how the patients staying at the Hope Lodge in Cheltenham, PA, while undergoing cancer treatment make you feel when you visit and spend time getting to know their stories:                

• The 18-year-old Chilean boy who left his home country with his mother to receive treatment unavailable there and who expects to stay for the better part of one full year as he fights his cancer. Read more  stories from the Hope Lodge.
Thank you!
To water sponsor

CORE Nutrition, LLC!  
Are You A Safety Genius?
Thanks to everyone who took the cycling safety genius quiz. Understanding how to ride in groups and on open roads is critical. Safety is priority #1!

And the randomly-selected winner is Denise K! Look for a prize in your mailbox.  

Go Long! from Bicycling magazine
The definition of a "long" ride varies from cyclist to cyclist, but the basics remain the same. No matter if you are starting at Egg Harbor or tackling the century, here are some key points to remember: on how to break down a long ride, mid-ride stretches, nutrition and more.
Ride or Volunteer Today!

For details on how our fundraising makes a difference, visit How Donations Save Lives.

Sincerely,

Your Bike-a-thon Steering Committee
Phone: (215) 985-5401
Bike-a-thon Bridge to the Beach