Registration is now open to join the 2016 ride
COLUMBIA, Md. – 24 Hours of Booty is back in Columbia for its ninth year. Registration is now open at http://www.24hoursofbooty.org/register.
The annual non-competitive bicycling event for people of all ages and abilities will take place at Columbia Gateway Business Park from Saturday, August 20 at 2:00 p.m. to Sunday, August 21 at 2:00 p.m.
Funds raised from the event will benefit The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults and LIVESTRONG Foundation. The event is anticipated to raise more than $250,000 for cancer survivorship and navigation programs.
“We look forward to another great year ahead and appreciate all the support from our riders, volunteers, sponsors and the local community,” said Peter Davis, executive director of 24 Hours of Booty. “Together, we are continuing to make an impact in supporting top-notch cancer survivorship and navigation programs locally and nationally.”
The route, a closed and police-secured 2.1-mile loop, rolls through the green space at Columbia Gateway Business Park. Riders can ride “The Booty Loop” as much or as little as they want during the 24-hour period.
At the heart of the action is “Bootyville,” the event’s headquarters where riders can camp, socialize and enjoy music as they recharge from riding. Along with three catered meals, riders receive access to unlimited snacks, energy bars, water and sports drinks.
“Bootyville” is also the site of the exposition area where corporate sponsors offer a range of services including 24-hour bike support, raffles for special items and information about their services.
To participate in the Columbia event, each rider is required to pay a $45 registration fee and raise a minimum of $200 prior to the event. Participants can register as an individual or as part of a team. Those who raise $10,000 or more will receive a 24 Hours of Booty branded orange jersey.
New this year is a Child Rider Type for children 8 to 11 years old. Registration is $25 and the fundraising minimum is $100. The Kids Fundraising Award winners for children ages 8 to 17 will be announced on Sunday, August 21st at the lunch program.
In the event’s 15-year history, more than 15,000 riders have raised more than $15 million in select cities. In addition to Columbia, 24 Hours of Booty holds cycling events in Charlotte, N.C. and Indianapolis, IN and brings in participants from around the country.
About 24 Hours of Booty
24 Hours of Booty is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit charity located in Charlotte, NC that provides extraordinary 24-hour cycling events that are safe, fun and open to all levels of cycling ability. Its purpose is to increase public awareness, funds and support for organizations dedicated to cancer navigation and survivorship, including : The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults and the LIVESTRONG Foundation. Its mission is to inspire communities to be active in the fight against cancer. Currently, 24 Hours of Booty hosts events in Charlotte, N.C., Columbia, Md., and Indianapolis, IN and attracts participants from around the country. For more information, call 704-365-4417 or visit http://www.24hoursofbooty.org.
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