Team IMBA Riders Prepare for 24 Hours of Moab, GT Marathon Carbon Pro Bicycle Giveaway

For Immediate Release
10-08-08
Contact: Mark Eller, IMBA Communications Director
markeller@imba.com
303-545-9011

With days to go before the 24 Hours of Moab mountain bike race, riders with the Team IMBA program are putting the final touches on their preparations for the prestigious event. This year, they will be spurred on by the possibility of winning a 2009 GT Marathon Carbon Pro mountain bike valued at $4,299. GT Bicycles is the title sponsor of the Team IMBA program.

Interested in a crack at winning the GT bike? Even if you are not signed up for the 2008 Moab race you can still get in on the action. Register for Team IMBA prior to Dec. 31, 2008 and begin training and fundraising for any event in 2009 - your name will be included in the 2008 prize drawing.

Why Join Team IMBA?

If you love trails, love what IMBA does, and have always wanted to do more to help us in the mission to create, preserve and enhance great riding -- here's your chance. Team IMBA gives riders the opportunity to train for and compete in any mountain biking event, including the world-famous 24 Hours of Moab.

Team IMBA riders agree to raise a minimum of $1,000 for trails -- we'll show you how! You'll earn great prizes as you climb toward your fundraising goal, and have a heck of a lot of fun along the way. Funds raised by Team IMBA riders are split 50/50 between your local IMBA chapter and IMBA's national trailbuilding efforts.

All Team IMBA riders benefit from great incentives provided by our generous corporate supporters: CamelBak packs, Ergon grips, Pactimo jerseys, Ryders eyewear, and Western Spirit bike tours.

Join Team IMBA At 24 Hours Of Moab

• Join us for the world's most prestigious 24-hour race, Oct. 11-12.
• You receive special event registration through IMBA.
• Leading up to the race, riders receive jerseys, custom training plans, website support and much more.
• Flagship event is fully supported with reserved campground space, hot meals, massages and pro bike mechanics.
• Teams and individuals are welcome.
• It's easy to register online.

Create Your Own Team IMBA Event

• Turn any individual or team mountain bike event into an IMBA fundraiser.
• Sign up for your chosen event through the event promoter.
• Register for Team IMBA -- teams or individuals can participate.
• Build your web page and identify your local IMBA connection.
• Train for your event and share your web page with your friends, family, co-workers and community.
• Complete your event while sporting your Team IMBA jersey.
• It's easy to register online.

Why Should I Get Involved?

You'll join a very special community working to support a cause that we're all passionate about - trails. You'll also take on the physical challenge of one of the world's most prestigious 24-hour races, or any event you choose. Write to team@imba.com for more information.