A Day in the Saddle - A World of Good. Become one of the extraordinary people who ride in Tour de Cure. Each mile you ride and every dollar you raise helps in the fight to prevent and cure diabetes

Diabetes Challenge

A Day in the Saddle - A World of Good.

Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches and other food into energy needed for daily life. The cause of diabetes continues to be a mystery, although both genetics and environmental factors such as obesity and lack of exercise appear to play roles.

For more than 60 years, the American Diabetes Association has made great progress in the fight against diabetes. The American Diabettes Association can continue to make a difference in the lives of the 18 million Americans who suffer from this life-threatening disease. The generosity of our donors is vital as efforts continue in the search for a cure, helping people with diabetes, and investing in the health of future generations.

Here are some examples of how you can help:

• Make a Donation
• Make a Planned Gift
• Donate Your Vehicle
• Sponsor a Diabetes Project
• Become a Corporate Friend
• Participate in an Event
• Volunteer your Time and Energy

Visit the American Diabetes Association to find out more.

Tour de Cure

Each year, thousands of people participate in events and fundraisers to increase awareness of diabetes and raise needed funds.

Become one of the extraordinary people who ride in Tour de Cure. Each mile you ride and every dollar you raise helps in the fight to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Now you can make a difference in each and every one of their lives by joining thousands of cyclists around the nation who are riding in Tour de Cure.

Join the Dunedin Diabetes Challenge, 13th Nov 2004

Gear up and ride hard to save lives on the 2004 Diabetes Challenge, presented by Frenchy’s Restaurants and the St. Petersburg Times and sponsored by the Suncoast Cycling Club to benefit the American Diabetes Association.

Cycling legend John Sinibaldi, our Honorary Chair, will lead the ride. Join John and hundreds of cyclists to give hope to thousands of Americans disabled by diabetes. Your sponsorship and participation in this eighth annual event will help the American Diabetes Association fund research, advocacy and awareness programs for victims suffering from this silent killer.

• Register now for only $25 to be among the first 500 to receive an official 2004 Diabetes Challenge Charity Bike Ride T-shirt.
• Raise $150 or more by Nov. 1st and earn a 2004 Diabetes Cool Max tank shirt.
• Bring in $250 or more by Nov. 1st and you’ll get an electric-hot 2004 Diabetes Challenge professional-quality cycling jersey.
• Be the "DC2004 Top Individual Fundraiser" and walk away with a cool new bike from Tampa’s Flatland Cyclery.

Ride Details

Start Times

Start/Finish Line

Dunedin Community Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd, (southwest corner of Pinehurst Rd and Michigan Blvd), Dunedin, Florida

How do I get involved?

You are spoilt for choice when it comes to getting involved! Whether you are wanting to enter a team, looking for a team to join in the fun with, going it solo as an individual rider, or you want to sponsor someone or make a donation, visit the Tour de Cure site to find out how.

Can't make it to this event, or want to join an event a little closer to home? Visit the Tour de Cure site to search for events around the USA. Don't forget to check back often for all the 2005 events as they are added.

Find out more

To find out more information about a specific Tour de Cure event or to register, visit the Tour de Cure site and choose the state you are interested in. Or, call 1-888-DIABETES for more information.

Visit the American Diabetes Association site for information on diabetes, current research, prevention, community programs and events, donations and more.