All three
Texas rides are regarded by cycling enthusiasts as the premier rides
in the state, with a well-experienced management team,
well-coordinated routes, and special attention to the riders' safety
and comfort.ms150."
Ride The Rockies also announced that its new Presenting Sponsor is Wells
Fargo.

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Two thousand cyclists will begin their 405 -mile trek in Grand Junction,
Colorado and finish seven days later in Breckenridge.
More than 100 volunteers assist cyclists during the entire week of the
tour.

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"It features some favorite rides
from the past, as well as breathtaking new terrain, including our first visit
to Colorado National Monument.
Registration forms for the event are available in The Denver Post on
Sunday, February 13, Friday, February 18, and Sunday, February 20.
Registration forms will be accepted through Friday , February 25, 2005.
For more information, contact Ride The Rockies at (303) 820-1338 or visit
the event web site at ridetherockies.

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The Lone Star Chapter of the National Multiple
Sclerosis Society hosts the annual two-day Tour from Dallas to
Oklahoma which raises funds to support research and programs for
multiple sclerosis (MS).
Because Ride The Rockies is popular with riders nationwide, 2,000 cyclists
are selected in a random lottery from all applications received.

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WHO + WHY

The FedEx Kinko's MS 150 Bike Tour is one of three outstanding
fund-raising rides that the National MS Society, Lone Star Chapter
hosts in Texas.
Ride The Rockies is a non-competitive event, and riders are encouraged to
ride at their own pace.

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The handcyclist rides a three wheeled bike that is totally powered via arm power.

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This year's Bike Tour is expected to raise
more than $1. To date, the Lone Star Chapter's MS 150 Bike Tours have
raised over $47 million.
"Wells Fargo is proud to present Ride The Rockies, a signature Colorado
event which brings so many people together in the spirit of fun and fitness
against the backdrop of the spectacular Rocky Mountains that we call home,"
said Don Sall, Regional President of Greater Colorado, Wells Fargo. All funds raised through Post-News Charities
are matched at a significant percentage, and 100 percent of all dollars raised
are returned to the community.

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The complete 2005 tour
schedule is:

June 18 Grand Registration

June 19 Grand Junction to Grand 45 miles Colorado National Monument
Junction Loop

June 20 Grand Junction to Delta 91 miles Grand Mesa - 10,839 feet

June 21 Delta to Montrose 34 miles

June 22 Montrose to Gunnison 65 miles

June 23 Gunnison to Salida 66 miles Monarch Pass - 11,312 feet

June 24 Salida to Leadville 59 miles

June 25 Leadville to 45 miles Fremont Pass - 11,318 feet
Breckenridge

"We have a truly outstanding tour lined up for the 20th annual Ride The
Rockies," said Tour Director Paul Balaguer.

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Cyclists will pedal through scenic North Texas towns and cross the Red
River into Oklahoma.

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The other rides are the Houston-to-Austin BP MS 150
Bike Tour and the HEB MS 150 Bike to the Beach Bike Tour to take place
on October 1-2, 2005 from San Antonio to Corpus Christi.
Log on to www. "We are extremely pleased to have Wells Fargo as the Presenting
Sponsor of Ride The Rockies," added Balaguer.
Riders on past Ride The Rockies tours have varied in age from eight to
eighty-two years old and have represented all 50 states and 18 foreign
countries.

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The 2004 Tour raised $1 million for chapter
programs and research to end the devastating effects of multiple
sclerosis (MS).com and at
Denver metro area bicycle and sporting goods stores.

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After an overnight celebration at Lake Texoma
tonight, participants will ride to the Finish Line at Noble Stadium in
Ardmore, Oklahoma tomorrow.org. DENVER, The Denver Post Ride The Rockies presented
by Wells Fargo has announced the route for its 20th annual bicycle tour,
June 19 - 25, 2005.

Handcycles vary greatly in style and performance.

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Proceeds from Ride The Rockies benefit Post-News Charities, a fund of the
McCormick Tribune Foundation.

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Handcycling is the fastest growing sport within the disabled community.

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However, training for the tour is strongly
recommended.

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Assignment Desks/Sports Editors

DALLAS----

Cyclists departed Dallas-area this morning,
raising money in the fight against MS

WHAT

Nearly 2,000 cyclists began the 150-mile FedEx Kinko's MS 150 Bike
Tour this morning.

WHEN + WHERE

The 2005 FedEx Kinko's MS 150 Bike Tour rolled out at sunrise
today, Saturday, May 14, at the new Frisco start line in RoughRiders'
Dr Pepper/Seven Up Ballpark, located at 7300 RoughRiders Trail. The
registration fee is $285 and includes camping space and shower facilities,
shuttle transportation in host towns, baggage transportation, "sag" vehicles,
aid stations, bicycle repair support and medical support, plus a cycling
jersey, water bottle and map book.

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Out-of-state cyclists
without internet access can obtain forms by calling (303) 820-1338. Training information is available online at ridetherockies.com.

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2005 Ride The Rockies Bicycle Tour Route Announced

Host communities provide inexpensive community meals and entertainment.

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Registration forms are also available online at ridetherockies.com.

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Cyclists Are Oklahoma-Bound after Saturday Kick-Off of the 19th Annual FedEx Kinko's MS 150 Bike Tour

3 million that will benefit MS research and Chapter
programs.

TEXAS MS 150 Bike Tours - A LONE STAR CYCLING TRADITION
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