Boeing Announces Lead Sponsorship for 2011 Air Force Cycling Classic
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 6, 2011
CONTACT: Angela Fox, 703-412-9430
Boeing Announces Lead Sponsorship for 2011 Air Force Cycling Classic
(Arlington, VA) – The Air Force Cycling Classic welcomes The Boeing Company as the Presenting Sponsor for the 2011 series of cycling events including the Pro Race and the Clarendon Cup events, June 11-12. Boeing’s commitment to the event will ensure its continued growth and success, providing opportunities for cycling enthusiasts of all abilities to participate in this National Capital Region signature event.
“The Air Force Cycling Classic generates an atmosphere of excitement for both fans and racers and we’re delighted to be participating in such a meaningful way,” said Dennis Muilenburg, president and CEO, Boeing Defense, Space & Security. “It’s a growing tradition in the Arlington community and motivates riders of all levels to keep fit by participating in this great sport.”
The weekend’s events begin on Saturday, June 11, with the Air Force Cycling Classic’s Clarendon Cup. Amateur racers will participate in the first race and the Men’s Pro race, now in its14th year, starts at noon. On Sunday, June 12, the pros will again be featured in the Air Force Cycling Classic Crystal Cup, which will follow the non-competitive Air Force Cycling Challenge Crystal Ride. Women’s and amateur races will follow. Saturday and Sunday’s races will again be part of the prestigious USA Cycling’s National Race Calendar.
Participants in the Air Force Cycling Classic Crystal Ride will again be able to earn a gold medal by completing eight laps in less than 3 ½ hours. A silver medal is earned by riding four laps, and a bronze for two laps in that timeframe. Registration for the Crystal Ride, the Corporate Challenge and the Kids Races are now open through the events website: www.AirForceCyclingClassic.com.
A unit of The Boeing Company, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is one of the world's largest defense, space and security businesses specializing in innovative and capabilities-driven customer solutions, and the world's largest and most versatile manufacturer of military aircraft. Headquartered in St. Louis, Boeing Defense, Space & Security is a $32 billion business with 66,000 employees worldwide. Follow us on Twitter: @BoeingDefense.
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The Crystal City Business Improvement District (BID) is a public-private partnership established in April 2006 to promote the vibrant Crystal City business, retail, restaurant and residential community. The BID is committed to showcasing the area as a world-class destination for visitors, employees and residents. Crystal City is ACTIVE, ARTFUL, ACCESSIBLE, and GREEN. For more information, visit www.crystalcity.org.
Arlington Sports, Inc is a Virginia-based 501(c)3 non-profit, dedicated to the promotion and development of professional and amateur bike racing. For additional information on the US Air Force Cycling Classic and other ASI events, please visit www.arlingtonsports.org.
About the USA Cycling National Racing Calendar: Recognized by the United States Olympic Committee and the Union Cycliste Internationale, USA Cycling is the official governing body for all disciplines of competitive cycling in the United States, including road, track, mountain bike, BMX, and cyclo-cross. Currently in its 15th season, the National Racing Calendar (NRC) is the premier season-long domestic road cycling series sanctioned and owned by USA Cycling. With an overall ranking system that determines the best individual male and female cyclists, as well as the best teams in the U.S., the NRC features the nation's top Pro-Am events and boasts a total prize purse of nearly one million dollars. The 30-race calendar is open to both professional and amateur cyclists. For more information on the NRC, visit www.usacycling.org/nrc.
