Tour de Cure Cycling Event

We had a great time last Saturday, July 29^th at Amberglen Park in Hillsboro at Tour de Cure 2017! We had so many enthusiastic riders, walkers and volunteers that made the day a huge success. Saturday's riders and walkers were treated to perfect weather and a beautiful ride through the scenic Willamette Valley. We had a total of 335 riders participate, raising a total of $290,000 and counting to support diabetes research, education and advocacy. The best part of the day was watching our riders and walkers cross the finish line, joining us for food and celebration for their awesome efforts. Tour de Cure takes place in nearly 80 cities across the U.S in order to raise over 30 million dollars each year to support our mission, making it the largest biking event for diabetes in the U.S. We are so proud of the Oregon/SW Washington riders who came out to ride or walk in the spirit of support for the 400,000 people living with diabetes in our local community.

We had 74 cyclists and walkers living with diabetes - our Red Riders and Striders - participate in Tour this year. Their participation reminds us why we do this event every year, to positively impact the lives of those living with diabetes. Surrounding the event were signs from our awesome youth advocates, inspiring riders to reach their riding goals. Our youth advocate Lena speaks for all red riders by saying  “I can still do anything you can do, I may just have to check my blood sugar first”.

The American Diabetes Association continues to fight to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. By supporting the American Diabetes Association you support diabetes research, advocacy, and education to dramatically improve the lives of those living with diabetes.