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Austin Cycling Association (ACA), a nonprofit organization that serves the interests of Central Texas cyclists, invites bike riders to join them in the 15th annual Armadillo Hill Country Classic.
The Armadillo Hill Country Classic will be held Saturday, May 9, 2009, and allows cyclists to tour the Highland Lake and Hill Country area northwest of Austin with some of Central Texas most experienced bikers. Proceeds from the event provide free helmets, fittings and safety training classes for children.
"The Armadillo Hill Country Classic not only offers cyclists the opportunity to experience the best biking terrain in the Central Texas area, but it also allows ACA to partner with cyclists and volunteers to help children learn about bike safety," said Stanton Truxillo, president of the ACA. "ACA is energized by community volunteers and people interested in getting the word out about biking. ACA is continuously looking for support for this ride to further safety education for children and cycling in Central Texas area."
The Austin Cycling Association purchases helmets during the year and gives them to Central Texas children through schools, PTA's, Scouts and church groups. The helmets are given to kids and then fit to their exact measurements for a personalized helmet and given bicycle safety training.
The Armadillo Hill Country Classic begins at Liberty Hill High School, located at 13125 W Hwy 29, and features route distances ranging from 14 to 105 miles, as well as a 6.5-mile Kids & Family Ride in Bertram, where kids ride free with a parent or guardian. All routes are fully supported with rest stops that offer water, sports drinks and high carbohydrate solid foods. ACA will also offer experienced support and gear (SAG) vehicles will be available to support cyclists with mechanical or other needs.
The use of cycling helmets is supported by many organizations, including the World Health Organization, the American Medical Association and the American National Safety Council. ACA recommends helmets for all cyclists that meet the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) bicycle helmet standard, fits properly, be light in weight and provide adequate ventilation.
About Austin Cycling Association
Austin Cycling Association (ACA), a 501©3 non-profit, is the only cycling organization that serves the interests of all Central Texas cyclists regardless of age, ability and cycling preference. ACA provides safety, education and advocacy through various initiatives, such as outreach to elected officials in the promotion of cycling, educating the public about the rights and responsibilities of cyclists, and hosting rides – the most prominent being the Armadillo Hill Country Classic, its annual fundraising ride to provide free helmets for children, which the ACA delivers along with helmet fittings and safety training classes.
For more information, visit www.austincycling.org.
Austin Cycling Association (ACA), a nonprofit organization that serves the interests of Central Texas cyclists, invites bike riders to join them in Bike Month, a chance to promote cycling the single most energy efficient transportation that benefits your life and the communities.
Throughout the month several events and rides will take place such as the Shiner Ride, The Armadillo Hill Country Classic, and Bike to Work Day to highlight the convenience, and advantages of cycling.
Bike Month will begin Friday, May 1, 2009, with the Shiner Ride, where cyclists will begin their 100 mile ride through small towns and scenic byways on the way to the historic Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Texas. Rest Stops are located every 12-20 miles and will be stocked with food, drink and cheering volunteers to keep your energy high.
The Armadillo Hill Country Classic will be held Saturday, May 9, 2009, and allows cyclists to tour the Highland Lake and Hill Country area northwest of Austin with some of Central Texas most experienced bikers. Proceeds from the event provide free helmets, fittings and safety training classes for children.
Bike to Work Day, the best-known event during Bike Month, will be held Friday, May 15, 2009 from 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. where ACA teams up with breakfast station sponsors and volunteers to provide breakfast to cyclists who work to conserve energy by biking to work.
"Bike Month not only offers cyclists the opportunity to experience the best biking terrain in the Central Texas area, but it also allows ACA to partner with cyclists and volunteers to help promote ways to save money, better health and energy conservation," said Gilbert Martinez, vice-president of ACA. "ACA is energized by community volunteers and people interested in getting the word out about biking."
Bike Month is an event sponsored by Austin Cycling Association and The Austin Yellow Bike Project (YBP), a community supported 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing human-powered transportation for the people of Austin, running a community bike shop, and educating kids and adults in bike safety. ACA and YBP are pairing up to promote the benefits of people powered transportation as a way to limit the traffic congestion of a rapidly growing city.
Bike Month is a project that promotes cleaner air, land, and water, while encouraging people to meet their transportation needs through an active lifestyle and community participation. It also provides an inexpensive, healthy, and sustainable alternative to the reliance on motor vehicles.
About Austin Cycling Association
Austin Cycling Association (ACA), a 501©3 non-profit, is the only cycling organization that serves the interests of all Central Texas cyclists regardless of age, ability and cycling preference. ACA provides safety, education and advocacy through various initiatives, such as outreach to elected officials in the promotion of cycling, educating the public about the rights and responsibilities of cyclists, and hosting rides – the most prominent being the Armadillo Hill Country Classic, its annual fundraising ride to provide free helmets for children, which the ACA delivers along with helmet fittings and safety training classes.
For more information, visit www.austincycling.org.
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