It is almost time to ride
The time has come to donate some time and fund raising efforts to the following charity: National MS Society / MS150 Bay to Bay
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease with no known cause or cure. It is a chronic, often disabling disease of the central nervous system. Symptoms may be mild, such as numbness in the limbs, or severe, resulting in paralysis or loss of vision. Multiple sclerosis interrupts the flow of information from the brain to the body and stops people from moving. The National MS Society exists to make sure it doesn’t.
Here is a link to view regarding MS: This is why we ride, a Tricia Chandler story: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cy004eeHTLw
The National MS Society hosts an event called the MS150 where riders will be riding 150 miles in 2 days for the MS Society on October 13th and 14th:
100 miles the first day
50 miles the second day
If you know anyone who would like to ride, let us know and they can join the team. We are still accepting donations for this ride. Please forward them to our office made payable to National MS Society.
Here is a link to the MS150 web site: http://www.biketofinishms.com/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=224458&lis=1&kntae224458=6E9BEA67EA0B4D52A439EDA0EEDF0F21
Thank you to everyone for your participation and assistance.
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The Land Rover Miramar MS Bay to Bay Bike Tour boasts one of the most scenic and beautiful routes in the country, rolling along the Pacific’s south coast from Orange County to San Diego. We will be participating in the150-mile ride to help end the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis (MS). Every day we’re moving closer to the cure. Let’s ride…and together we can START to FINISH MS. View Video
Come join our team for this great event. Contact us for details. Thanks for your help.
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VOLUME 01 - APRIL 11. 2007
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IMPORTANT DATES April 14, 2007 April 28, 2007 April 29, 2007 May May 14-18 The National MS Society is making an effort to reduce costs by reducing the amount of information that is mailed. Please visit our Event Material Downloads for your pledge sheets, donation receipts and other important information. If you would like anything mailed to you please email msbike@mspacific.org or call 760.448.8413 |
THIS IS WHY WE RIDE |
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We are the National MS Society, a collective of passionate individuals who want to do something about MS NOW – to move together toward a world free from multiple sclerosis. For years now, you have known us as:
We are working to create connections among people with MS, their families and friends, colleagues and partners, and the rest of society. We engage them with a common fundamental and universal notion that everyone can identify with: “movement.” Our new look unites us, energizes us and enables us to move forward together, faster than ever before. Now, you’ll see us as:
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Top 10 Fundraisers 1. Jeff Howard $2,450 |
FUNDRAISING HEADQUARTERS |
| We are celebrating the 25th Anniversary of the MS Bay to Bay Bike Tour in 2007! We are planning much excitement to commemorate this landmark occasion – and, we have set this year’s overall fundraising goal at 3 million dollars! To reach our goal, we have created new fundraising minimums and levels…
The 2007 Fundraising Minimum is $400 The 2007 Top Fundraiser Levels are… Any rider who raises $25,000 or more will receive a customized 25th Anniversary Commemorative Platinum Top Fundraiser Jersey |
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Online Hotel Reservations for Carlsbad Official MS Bike Tour Bike Shops
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CYCLING RESOURCES |
| The MS Bike Tour prides itself on providing a wide range of cycling resources to its participants, from beginners to advanced riders. We offer resources such as the eClub, an online rider community where cyclists can post questions to help prepare for the MS Bike Tour, and partnerships with local bike shops where registered riders can receive free safety inspections and discounts. Safety and training resources are also provided to ensure a quality bicycling experience! The safety and training section of our website include tips on group riding, bike maintenance and much more. Remember that the MS Bike Tour is a TOUR and not a race! Riders must follow the rules of the road and training is strongly suggested for the safety of all participants.
We are currently offering scholarship opportunities for MS Bike Tour participants to complete the League of American Bicyclists League Certified Instructor Program. In addition we are recruiting Safety Clinic Instructors and Training Ride Leaders for our 2007 Training Season. If you are interested in any of these programs please email nancy.palo@mspacific.org or call 760.448.8420. |
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Recruit your friends and family for the three-day, 50-mile Sprint MS Challenge Walk, a |
TOUR UPDATES |
| Registration is now open for the 2007 Land Rover Miramar MS Bike Tour. Registration is limited to 2,500 cyclists and we have SOLD OUT the last four years. We are expecting to break all records in 2007 so don’t delay - register today! If you were a Top Fundraiser in 2006, please email Nancy Palo or call 760.448.8420 for your complimentary registration code.
We want your opinion, please take a moment to complete our Food Survey. You’ll be asked a series of questions about your preferences for the foods and drinks offered to you throughout the weekend of the MS Bay to Bay Bike Tour. We’ll use these answers to help us determine the best items to offer at our rest stops throughout the weekend.This survey should take less than a few minutes to complete, and we appreciate your time! |
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TEAMMS |
| Recruit for your team today! You can make a great start in the fight against MS just by starting a team in the 2007 MS Bike Tour. Simply sign up as a team captain and we’ll help you grow that team! If you participated in the MS Bike Tour in previous years, have you signed up and invited all of your past team members to return? We can provide you with your past team roster so that you can recruit your old friends to join you again. To request your team roste, email us at teamms@mspacific.org . If this is your first year as a Team Captain, have you invited all of your friends, family and co-workers to join you on October 13th & 14th? Use our handy online tools to send emails to invite others to join your team. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3! 1. Log in to your fundraising headquarters at www.biketofinishms.com. |
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SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT |
| Land Rover Miramar is one of the original Land Rover dealers in the United States. Visit the showroom near Pioneer Centres on Clayton Drive to see the new Land Rover LR2. The evolved performance, comfort and safety of the new LR2 will turn any trek into an extraordinary ride. Starting in May, look for the official Land Rover Miramar MS Bike Tour wrapped LR2 at a variety of MS Bike Tour events. Mention the Land Rover Miramar MS Bike Tour when you purchase a vehicle at Land Rover Miramar before October and receive a free, installed vehicle bike rack, a $500 value! For more information visit www.landrovermiramar.com . |
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Questions? Comments? Concerns? Contact us! Nancy Palo Kelly Kerins |
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To prevent mailbox filters from deleting mailings from National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Pacific South Coast Chapter, add msbike@mspacific.org to your address book.
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Let’s ride… together we can START TO FINISH MS.
Registration for the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the
Land Rover Miramar MS Bay to Bay Bike Tour is now open!
Listen to the Official MS Bike Tour podcast * to hear about what is new in 2007 and visit our website for an updated list of 2007 accomodations , FAQs, virtual rider opportunities, to sign our wall of hope and so much more.
Registration has sold out for each of the last four years’ tours and will close when we reach our maximum capacity of 2,500 riders - be sure to register today! If you were a Top Fundraiser in 2006, raising $1500 or more, please email Nancy Palo or call 800.486.6762 to receive your complimentary registration code.
Let’s ride… together we can START TO FINISH MS.
Nancy Palo Kelly Kerins
Senior Director of Special Events Event Manager, MS Bike Tour
nancy.palo@mspacific.org kelly.kerins@mspacific.org
760.448.8420 760.448.8413
*iPods or other MP3 players are not required to listen to the MS Bike Tour podcast. For more information about podcasting please visit our Podcast FAQ.