BST 2009 Overview
The 7th annual BST Charity Bicycle Ride will be better than ever with a change of venue, ride date, Family Fun Ride, and training options.
BST 2009 will be held in beautiful Highland Park, Illinois in cooperation with the Downtown Highland Park Alliance on Sunday, June 21st, 2009 (Father's Day). Also new this year is the introduction of a 5-mile Family Fun Ride along bike paths in Highland Park. All other routes are on paved roads. And of course, the ride will be well supported with outstanding food at each rest stop!
For those of you interested in riding in additional group training rides before your BST event, we are pleased to announce our optional training program through Team in Training (TNT) that includes a training schedule, cycling safety and training clinics, fully supported, progressive training rides around Chicagoland lead by certified cycling coaches, and more. To learn more, please read below.
We look forward to having you join us!
What's New?
6/15/2009 - Online registration extended through Friday, 6/19/2009...first 500 registered riders get a free goodie bag including a water bottle, discount coupons, Bally Total Fitness workout towel, and other great items from our fantastic sponsors! You can also register on site between 7a and 10a on Sunday.
6/13/2009 - One more day for pre-registration. Get a free water bottle and T-shirt if you register on or before 6/14/2009. Register online today!
6/9/2009 - Thanks to all of our sponsors for their incredible contributions, the following items will be included in our BST Raffle (prior to and on event day):
- 2009 Schwinn Le Tour Team in Training Road Bike
- Vision Quest Performance Test with Robbie Ventura
- Vision Quest Retul Bike Fit
- Taste of Vision Quest entry
- 5 Vetta V100 WL2X Cyclocomputers
- Equinox 3 month membership
- Artwork from Andrea Feldmar
- Carol's Cookies - 2 dozen cookies
- Target Gift Card
6/1/2009 - Here are a few of the outstanding benefits of BST:
- Fabulous food and rest stops
- Ample parking
- Top contributors ride with Robbie
- Chance to win great raffle prizes
- First 500 riders, pre-registered riders receive Specialized waterbottles
- Pre-reg to obtain FREE T-shirt and water bottle
- 100% of your donation goes directly to the mission!
5/5/2009 - Robbie Ventura will be our BST 2009 VIP cyclist. The top 20 highest individual BST contributors (based on individual donation amount) will win a ride alongside Vision Quest Coaching founder Robbie Ventura, former teammate of Lance Armstrong and one of today's top TV personalities in the world of cycling. Prior to heading out with the top fundraisers, Robbie will also speak briefly to all the ride participants.
5/4/2009 - BST is proud to announce the Team in Training (TNT) training program for BST. Training starts this week! It includes:
- Complete training schedule for all levels - first timer welcome!
- Coaches group trainings 2 times per week
- Dedicated & professional certified coaches
- Discounts at local Friends of TNT
- Educational clinics
- And much more!
5/3/2009 - Start planning your day! After you've ridden BST, please visit one of the great places to each lunch in downtown Highland Park using this convenient map. And, they're all within walking (or riding) distance!
4/30/2009 - Support BST and TNT by wearing the TNT Illinois Chapter 10th Anniversary training jersey with BST logo (on the back)! Next order will be placed on May 15, 2009! Contact jerseys@tntillinois.org for more details.
4/19/2009 - Chicago Magazine advertisement by Downtown Highland Park Alliance highlights events and activities in Highland Park including BST 2009 on June 21st (Father's Day).
4/15/2009 - Online registration and donations now available! To quickly register, order your BST T-shirt and make any additional contributions, please visit our online registration system here. If you have any questions about the registration process, please email us at bst@tntillinois.org. Go Team!
4/15/2009 - The BST registration form is now available online. Download and send in your completed registration before 6/14/2009 for a free BST T-shirt & water bottle.
Ride Details
| Date: | Sunday, June 21st, 2009 (Fathers Day) |
| Location: | Highland Park Train Station 1800 St. Johns Ave Highland Park, IL 60035 Map |
| Distances: | 5 (Family Fun Ride), 20, 45, or 62 miles (approximate) |
| Time: | 7:00a to 10:00a (registration/start) All riders off the course at 2pm Family Fun Ride - 7am to 11am |
| Course: | Well marked and low-traffic scenic roads with flat to rolling terrain |
| Donation: | Pre-registration (before June 14th): Adults $35 (includes t-shirt, water bottle and goodie bag) Child (under 16) $10 (includes Fun Pack) After June 14th and day of the ride: Adults $35, Child $10 (All donations are tax deductible) |
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Registration by mail:
Complete the registration form and send it to:
Blood, Sweat and Tears
P.O. Box 4893
Naperville, IL 60567
For more information:
Browse www.tntillinois.org or
Email bst@tntillinois.org or
Call Paula @ 630-357-1290