Cycling enthusiasts and fans are invited to participate in 'Breakaway Ride presented by Specialized,” two riding events held in conjunction with the upcoming 2010 Amgen Tour of California professional cycling race set for May 16-23, 2010. Both rides will be held in April 2010 to raise funds for Amgen's Breakaway from Cancer® initiative.

Each ‘Breakaway Ride’ gives cycling enthusiasts the opportunity to ride the actual route of the 2010 Amgen Tour of California.  Three distances will be offered for each ride to accommodate various skill levels; the longest distance covers the same route that the pros will ride (an entire stage).  Riders will be chip timed and supported, with a maximum of 3,500 riders per event.

The two Breakaway Ride dates are:

• Sunday, April 11: Stage 8 route – Thousand Oaks/Westlake Village/Agoura Hills
  

Three distances: Short course: 30 miles Intermediate: 55 miles and Long course: 80

• Sunday, April 25: Stage 2 route – Davis to Santa Rosa

Three distances: Short course: 40 miles Intermediate: 65 miles and Long Course: approx. 100 miles