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Land
Rover
is proud to be an official sponsor of the Velo Club La Grange.
Land Rover makes essential vehicles for the active lifestyle of
passionate cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts. The all-new 2008
LR2 with advanced drivetrain technology for responsive
on-road handling combined with incredible traction and off-road
capability is the ultimate vehicle for exploring new terrain
and taking extraordinary rides.
Land Rover's
patented Terrain Response, an integrated traction system,
offers four modes to optimize capability and control for just
about any driving condition: General, Grass/Gravel/Snow, Mud &
Ruts and Sand.
As part
of its sponsorship of Velo Club La Grange, Land Rover has created
a website for the active, growing cycling community where athletes
and enthusiasts can share their techniques, racing successes and
dedication to the sport with each other. The Extraordinary
Rides site offers blog, expert, forum and interactive opportunities
for cyclists, as well as opportunities to enter to win free cycling
gear.
Visit
Land Rovers website devoted to
cycling adventures at www.bicycling.com/landrover.
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Velo
Club La Grange
Velo
Club La Grange is one of California's largest and oldest cycling
clubs with over 400 members nationwide. The club was founded by
Raymond Fouquet in 1969 and fields one of the top amateur racing
teams in the U.S. Past members include a Tour de France stage
winner, an Olympic gold medalist, and several U.S. National and
California state champions.
Along
with the Club's dedication to bicycle racing, the club welcomes
new and inexperienced riders with a passion for cycling. La Grange
is very active in the cycling and fitness communities. Our continuing
public policy work with state and local government has led to
major improvements in safety for all users of California roads.
In addition, the Club has partnered with the Association
of Blind Athletes and Meals on Wheels and sponsors an annual
scholarship
with the help of the Union Bank of California. La Grange enjoys
the financial support of several corporations committed to promoting
healthy and active living including Kahala Corporation.
501(c)(3)
California Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation 95-4000746
United States Cycling Federation Number 1232
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