Fred Hutch Gears Up for Inaugural Bike Ride to Accelerate Lifesaving Cancer Research

Driven by the goal to end cancer, Obliteride is a new annual bike ride to accelerate lifesaving research at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Obliteride is an entire weekend of cycling, celebrations and concerts. Registration opens today at Obliteride.org for the inaugural fundraising bike ride scheduled for Aug. 9-11, 2013. The ride will include 25-, 50-, 100- and 180-mile routes in Western Washington, offering various distances and terrains so all levels of riders can make their marks against cancer.

Participants will enjoy a first-class experience including high-quality meals, generous amenities, beautiful routes with rest stops every 10-15 miles, and fun festivities that include local bands, food and microbrew. All routes start
at Seattle’s Magnuson Park on Saturday, Aug. 10, and include beautiful scenery with mixed terrain. In addition
to a registration fee, each route carries a minimum fundraising commitment of $1,000 to $1,975. The goal for the inaugural year is 2,500 riders and 1,000 volunteers.

For more information and to register to ride, fundraise or volunteer, visit www.obliteride.org.