JettRide 2010

March 3, 2010

The Journey Continues for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

JettRide 2010 is a follow-up to the 2007 JettRide in which 24 young people cycled cross country for an experience of a lifetime to benefit the Jett Foundation. Some riders rode for friends, some rode for family, all rode for a cure to Duchenne.  These teens rode for those who could not ride themselves and raised awareness of this deadly disease across the entire country.  The 2010 JettRide plans to build on the momentum which began in 2007 by organizing another group of young people, who have a personal connection with the DMD community and continue this grass roots fundraising project across America.  Our goal is to unite the families and communities affected by DMD nation-wide and raise awareness and funds to eradicate this disorder.

THE 2010 RIDE
The JettRide is a fully supported bike-a-thon – with food and water stops, mechanical and medical assistance, luggage transportation and lodging – that will travel through 13 states, stop at over 30 cities/towns and log over 3,700 miles in 9 weeks. Cyclists are required to raise $4,000 to participate in the event.  The ride will be limited to 30 participants and will be organized by a professional cycling organization called BIKEternity that offers a life changing experience to teens as well as the DMD community.

To learn more about the 2010 JettRide, click here.