Toughest endurance event in the world

Every year since 1982, ultra-distance cyclists from around the world have attempted what is considered the toughest endurance event in the world. RAAM is basically a non-stop, continuous race in which cyclists ride as fast as they can for 3,000 miles. They cover about 30% more distance than the Tour de France in half the time, with no rest days.

This year the race goes from Oceanside, CA to Annapolis, MD. Teams usually cross the country in 6 to 9 days, while solo riders reach the finish line in 9 to 12 days. Of course, solo racers have the extra challenge of riding cross-country with only a few hours of sleep each night. Racers travel through 14 states with 100,000 ft. of elevation.

RAAM is underway now, so if you'd like to read more about it and stay on top of the action, be sure to visit the RAAM website.

Is BBC like the Kickstand shop?

Spend some time with the strip...some of it is pretty entertaining!

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The shop has moved and it's time for a SALE!

Mudbugs & Music Crawfish Boil

The Open Door Cafe is hosting the Mudbugs & Music Crawfish Boil this Saturday, May 31, from 2-8 pm. The event benefits the Alabama Juvenile Arthritis Foundation and will include a silent auction in addition to the aforementioned crawfish & music.
The $20 admission price covers all you can eat mudbugs with all the fixins'. Adult beverages will also be available for purchase at the Open Door Cafe.
Two children's bicycles will be available in the silent auction.
All proceeds of the event will go to help fund a Pediatric Rheumatologist for the state of Alabama.