Support the Cowbell Challenge and its Charities
Race for the bell... and for those who must endure
In seven years, the Cowbell Challenge has grown from a little local race to become one of the premiere endurance mountain biking events in the US. Support from local, regional and national businesses, race teams, bike clubs, mountain bikers of every skill level, outdoor enthusiasts and volunteer junkies make it all possible, from awarding the Cowbell trophies and jerseys to raising and donating money that supports those who suffer from catastrophic illness or injury. There are lots of ways to help:
We work year round to raise money, and more importantly to put together a great race that has bikers coming back to Charlotte year after year. And we're always looking for more great folks who gotta have more cowbell... Ideas for fundraisers and ways to make the race even better are welcome anytime. Just contact us at organizers@cowbellchallenge.org.
All the Latest....
We're constantly adding new sponsors, getting updates on participants and events surrounding the Cowbell Challenge. Check back often!
Interested in volunteering at the race, or helping us organize the 2008 event? Contact us today at organizers@cowbellchallenge.org.
More Cowbell Sponsors Baby!
The Cycle Path, home of bicycles, supplies and service with a personal touch, is our newest shop sponsor.
elete™ Electrolyte Add-In makes a return engagement as a sponsor of the 2008 Cowbell Challenge.
A great online community by mountain bikers for mountain bikers, MTB Path will help make sure there's plenty more Cowbell, baby.
Princeton Tec joins the Cowbell Challenge as the Official Lighting sponsor, offering great light sets to the fastest male and female night lap!
Check out the Sponsors page for more on all the folks who make it happen.
Any State Champions out there yet?
We're pleased to announce that the 2008 Cowbell Challenge has been designated as the North Carolina 12-Hour State Championship by USA Cycling. So if you're looking for a new trophy for the mantel and to test your mettle against the best, here's one more reason to come to Charlotte in June!
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Fools Gold Mountain Bike Races & Festival
Tree Shaker 12-Hour MTB Challenge
Supporting those who must endure
The Cowbell Challenge has always been something special. It's more than just top-notch competition on the toughest course in Metrolina.... It's giving back to local, regional and national communities by supporting programs, research and treatment efforts for cancer, head and spinal injury, juvenile diabetes and other catastrophic illnesses. And, It's giving back to the mountain biking community by supporting great organizations that provide trail-building and maintenance, education and safety awareness programs.
In 2007, the efforts of volunteers, racers and sponsors allowed us to donate more than $4,000 to Lance Armstrong Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, the Dirt Divas, the Tarheel Trailblazers, and the US National Whitewater Center. Thanks to everyone for an absolutely fantastic year! You've set the bar high for 2008 .... do we hear $6,000? Set up a fundraising page, bug your family, coworkers, friends and neighbors. Jump on your bike and ride for those who need you.
