We're hoping to have a full team of 10 cyclists to travel to Kenya in May to pedal 600 miles in two weeks to raise awareness and funds to build a new school in Koibarak. As of right now, seven hearty souls (well, actually whole persons!) are committed.
I'm looking for three more participants. Want to join in?
Explore the blog below and on the side bar to get a sense of what the event is about and see if it's something you are interested in and "doable" for you. You don't have to be an "expert" bicyclist for this. It's not a race or high-speed tour. But you will need to train to be able to ride 45-75 miles a day over 11 cycling days in some hilly terrain. This is well within the range of most people who love cycling.
The cost, including air travel between Chicago and Nairobi and all expenses in Kenya is about $3000 (could go slightly higher). In addition to paying our own way, each Bike Kenya 2012 team member is trying to raise funds to build a new school in the village of Koibarak.
All this information is available in a Bike Kenya 2012 Fact Sheet I will send via email to anyone inquiring. Let me know of your interest at this email: johnfranklinhay@yahoo.com.
I'm hoping to confirm the team by the end of February so all can move forward with planning, training, and fundraising. It's going to be a fun adventure. Give it some thought!
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