The Philadelphia International Championship bike race is coming on June

For the first time anyone that can ride a bike can do the course before the racing begins:

 “Registrants for the Bicycling Open will take to the course from 7 to 10 a.m., before the pros roll to the start line.”

“Cycling’s top men and women have challenged this route over the years – from Heiden, Armstrong and Hincapie in the early days to today’s stars like Alex Rasmussen, Peter Sagan and Ina Teutenberg. It’s a special experience, and if you can ride a bike, you can do it, too. You’ll ride the course at your own pace, on your own terms. If you’re a serious amateur, hammer away and compete like a pro would. If you’re interested in just enjoying a beautiful Sunday morning ride on the streets of Philadelphia, grab your mountain bike, road bike, cruiser, whatever, and join us,” said David Chauner, president of Pro Cycling Tour. “The Bicycling Open is a great way for families and friends to try something different together and to become a real part of the pageantry and festival atmosphere that the Philly race is known for around the world.”

Ride for a charity

“In addition to the personal challenge, participants in the Bicycling Open can also ride for a cause. The event’s connection with Charity of Choice encourages registrants to challenge friends and family to sponsor their rides, with funds raised going to the riders’ own favorite charities. That means if groups of people band together and ride for a specific charity, a sizable donation can be generated just by having fun riding bikes.”

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Get On a Bike & Feel Like a Pro in First Bicycling Magazine Open