Contact: Kathy Betz
1-888-906-BIKE
Kathybetz@bike4breastcancer.com

WHO:
Bike4BreastCancer, a local, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on raising awareness and early detection of breast cancer. Bike4BreastCancer is committed to raising funds for community programs, research, and access to quality medical care.

WHAT:
Pink Ribbon Bike Ride to raise awareness and money to fight breast cancer. Riders have their choice of a Metric Century/50 Mile Loop, a 25 Mile Loop or a 1 mile Family Fun Ride

WHEN:
Sunday, September 8, 2002 Registration from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

WHY:
One out of every nine women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lives. Proceeds raised at the bike ride will go to assist local woman with breast cancer through a donation to Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation.

WHERE:
Millard E. Tydings Park, Havre de Grace, MD

DETAILS:
The entrance fee is $25 per cyclist to pre-register and $30 to register the day of the event. Additional information can be found on the website: www.bike4breastcancer.com or by calling Kathy Betz at 1-888-906-BIKE.

BACKGROUND:
Upon completion of her first cross-country solo bike ride in 1996, Bike4BreastCancer founder and BelAir resident Kathy Betz was convinced that she, through cycling, could reach into the hearts and minds of Americans to promote breast cancer awareness and education. Along with passionate volunteers, Betz and Bike4BreastCancer have developed a unique program to raise money for breast cancer while increasing grassroots awareness of early detection and treatment options.

Through national cross-country rides and small local rides across America, Bike4BreastCancer provides tangible support to the local communities involved. The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation's campaign to raise funds for the newest tool in the battle against breast cancer is the local beneficiary of this event.

This is the first of two pink ribbon mini bike rides being held in Maryland leading up to the cross-country ride. The next will be in Greenbelt on September 21, 2002.

EDITORS NOTE: Bike4BreastCancer founder Kathy Betz as well as participating bikers will be available for interviews.