COLUMBIA, Md. – The annual non-competitive bicycling event “24 hours of Booty,” for people of all ages and abilities from all parts of the country, including New Jersey, will take place at Columbia Gateway Business Park from Saturday, Aug. 20, at 2 p.m. to Sunday, Aug. 21, at 2 p.m.
Funds raised from the event will benefit both the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults and the LIVESTRONG Foundation. The event is anticipated to raise more than $250,000 for cancer survivorship and navigation programs.
“We look forward to another great year ahead and appreciate all the support from our riders, volunteers, sponsors and the local community,” said Peter Davis, executive director of 24 Hours of Booty. “Together, we can continue to make an impact in supporting top-notch cancer survivorship and navigation programs locally and nationally.”
The route, a closed and police-secured 2.1 mile loop, rolls through the green space at Columbia Gateway Business Park. Riders can ride “The Booty Loop” as much or as little as they want during the 24-hour period.
At the heart of the action is “Bootyville,” the event’s headquarters where riders can camp, socialize and enjoy music as they recharge from riding. Along with three catered meals, riders also enjoy unlimited snacks, energy bars, water and sports drinks.
“Bootyville” is also the area where corporate sponsors offer a range of services including 24-hour bike support, raffles for special items and information about their services.
To participate in this event, each rider is required to pay a $45 registration fee and raise a minimum of $200 prior to the event. Participants can register as an individual or as part of a team. Those who raise $10,000 or more will receive a 24 Hours of Booty branded orange jersey.
New this year is a Child Rider Type for children 8 to 11 years old. Registration is $25 and the fundraising minimum is $100. The Kids Fundraising Award winners for children ages 8 to 17 will be announced on Sunday, Aug. 21, at the lunch program.
In the event’s 15-year history, more than 15,000 riders have raised more than $15 million in select cities. In addition to Columbia, 24 Hours of Booty holds cycling events in Charlotte, N.C., and Indianapolis, IN., and brings in participants from around the country, including New Jersey.
About 24 Hours of Booty
24 Hours of Booty is a registered 501c3 non-profit charity located in Charlotte, N.C. that provides extraordinary 24-hour cycling events that are safe, fun and open to all levels of cycling ability. Its purpose is to increase public awareness, funds and support for organizations dedicated to cancer navigation and survivorship such as The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults and the LIVESTRONG Foundation. Its mission is to inspire communities to be active in the fight against cancer. For more information or to register call 704-365-4417 or visit http://www.24hoursofbooty.org.