Rip’s B.A.D. (Bikers Against Diabetes) Ride and the American Diabetes Association Celebrate Thirteen Years
of Partnership in the Fight Against Diabetes.
On Sunday June 13th thousands of bikers from across Southern California converged on Oak Canyon Park in Orange County bringing the biker nation together in the stand against diabetes, a deadly disease which affects nearly 24 million Americans. The ride had fifteen start sites throughout the region and culminated in a day of festivities, friendship and goodwill. Celebrity actor Larry Hagman, served as the Grand Marshall of the Rip’s B.A.D. Ride. The fun filled day at the park included a delicious lunch, live concerts, bike show, children’s activities, bike games, free health screenings, exhibitors and other fun entertainment. Through efforts of the Southern California Harley-Davidson Dealer’s Association, a 2010 Black Street Glide motorcycle was donated to the American Diabetes Association by the Harley-Davidson Motor Company and was raffled at the event. All fundraising and raffle proceeds went directly to the American Diabetes Association to fund diabetes research, education, and advocacy efforts. Carlos Velasquez of Long Beach was the lucky winner of the bike.
SAVE THE DATE!
This Friday, July 2nd at 12:00 PM.
Join us at California Harley-Davidson
1517 Pacific Coast Highway
Harbor City, CA
Meet Carlos and Nicole Velasquez and share in the excitement as they take possession of their new 2010 Street Glide!
This year’s event raised nearly $275,000.00 and the Southern California Ride has brought in around $3.5 million dollars to-date.
The B.A.D. Ride was conceived thirteen years ago by Rip Rose, a biker, a roving photojournalist for Easyriders Magazine, and diabetic himself. Rip had a vision of rallying the brotherhood of motorcyclists to help put an end to the suffering caused by diabetes. He enlisted the help of the American Diabetes Association and the first B.A.D. Ride was born with approximately 300 riders participating. Thirteen years later, the Southern California event boasts around 3,000 participants and the B.A.D. Ride has spread to Northern California, Arizona, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Texas. Rip passed away in 2000 due to complications of diabetes and cancer, however his vision will continue to be realized as more Ride locations are added each year.
For further information or questions, contact the B.A.D. Ride Hotline at (888) 342-2383 x 7518.
American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure, and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information please call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org. Information from both these sources is available in English and Spanish.
Rip’s B.A.D. (Bikers Against Diabetes) Ride and the American Diabetes Association Celebrate Thirteen Years
of Partnership in the Fight Against Diabetes