I just signed up to be part of the Action Cycling 200, here in Atlanta. It is a 2-day, 200 mile bike ride to raise money for an HIV/AIDS vaccine. We ride out 100 miles, camp overnight, and then ride back another 100 miles. I have never attempted anything this physically challenging before, but I’m very excited. I’ve been biking to and from work for over two years now, and for most of that time, it was 9 miles each way. If I get in a few long-distance training rides over the weekends, I’m sure I’ll be set.

My registration fees were covered by Emory, but I still need to raise $500 in donations. All money goes directly to the research fund, since rider registration fees cover the organizational expenses of the ride. Plus, all donations are tax deductible, just keep your receipts.

Donations can be made easily and securely from my fundraising page at:
http://www.active.com/donate/ac200/MicahWedemeyer.

I will take the digital camera with me and I promise to bring back lots of great pictures :)