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Ride Ataxia Chicago

Outback Steakhouse is proud to partner with the Friedreichs Ataxia Research Alliance(FARA) for a day of physical achievement and family fun. Ride Ataxia will offer 4, 12, 32 and 52 mile cycling routes on scenic country roads.

Ride Ataxia benefits FARA- a nonprofit organization dedicated to research leading to a cure for Friedreich's ataxia (FA). Registration is limited to the first 600 participants. Same day registration is permitted only if space is available. This is a rain or shine event. Refunds will not be granted.

ROUTES: Click on the route length to view the map and elevation profile. 4 mile route: Beginners. 2 mile repeatable neighborhood loop. 12 mile route:Beginners. Out-and-back on the I & M Canal Towpath. 32 mile route: Experienced cyclists. Out-and-back, part on the Towpath and part on the road. 52 mile route: Advanced cyclists only. Route on road with varied traffic conditions.

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*All routes are subject to change until the day of the event* Event Location: Channahon Central Park 24856 W Eames Channahon, IL, 60410 - See more at: http://rideataxia.kintera.org/faf/help/helpEventInfo.asp?ievent=1104020&lis=1&kntae1104020=7299BCCF8...

FEES: Regular Priced Cyclist (No Fundraising Minimum): $45.00Choose this option to register as a regular priced cyclist for this event and waive the fundraising minimum. (+$5 if registering after 6/20/14; +$10 if registering same day) Reduced Price Cyclist w/ $200 Fundraising Minimum: $25.00Choose this option to register as a reduced price cyclist if you can meet the $200 fundraising minimum by event day. (+$5 if registering after 6/20/14; +$10 if registering same day) Virtual Cyclist: No FeesChoose this option if you will not be cycling in the event but wish to fundraise. - See more at: http://rideataxia.kintera.org/faf/help/helpEventInfo.asp?ievent=1104020&lis=1&kntae1104020=7299BCCF8...
 

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