On Saturday, July 24, Vail Athletic Club is a proud sponsor of a charity road ride, the Colorado-Eagle River Ride, starting in Beaver Creek. The ride is a one day 100 mile, 100 K and 42 mile ride, benefiting SOS Outreach. We think this is truly the finest century ride in Colorado and that SOS Outreach is one of the best youth charities around.
SOS Outreach is a national charity that serves nearly 5,000 youth through winter and summer sports such as snowboarding, skiing, wilderness trip and more. SOS inspires positive decision-making through outdoor adventure, service learning and positive adult mentorship. You can learn more at www.sosoutreach.org.
You can register early for $90 by June 25th. The first 200 riders receive a pair of Optice Nerve sunglasses. To register today and see more details, check out www.vailvelo.com.
The impact of SOS was highlighted in feedback from a Colorado High School teacher who commented that: “I have personally witnessed how SOS transformed the lives of countless children…It has helped kids stay on the ‘straight and narrow’…kids who I could see were headed for a weak future. Instead, these kids have a new insight into life…SOS truly builds character while exposing kids to the majesty of the outdoors… I saw girls go through the program who I KNOW were headed towards teenage pregnancy and I truly believe SOS helped them gain the interests and life skills to make better choices.”
For VAC community who are not currently members, you may use your Colorado Eagle River Ride registration to join the Vail Athletic Club with no initiation fee thru August 6, 2010. | 
