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| Community Resources |
 The Ames Foundation |
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Mission:
The Ames Foundation serves as the catalyst for the identification and execution of projects that enhance the quality of life and create a greater sense of community among citizens.
Vision:
To connect resources with projects in cooperation with public agencies, civic organizations, private entities and individuals. The Ames Foundation was incorporated as a non-profit volunteer organization in May 1975 as an outgrowth of the Ames Bicentennial Commission. The foundation is independent of municipal government and tax funds.
How We Help:
The Ames Foundation leverages your charitable gifts and offers significant Iowa tax credits. The Ames Foundation can serve in a custodial capacity for money raised by other organizations. For a nominal fee, the foundation, through its tax-free status, is able to collect and hold funds for eligible and approved groups with goals that coincide.
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| Team Vardo |
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Skunk River Cycles has teamed up with the Ames based running club Team Vardo. Team Vardo welcomes runners of all experience levels and with daily runs of various lengths, it's a guarantee that you'll find something that fit's your schedule. For more information about this friendly group of goofy runners contact Julie Vardaman at thevardo@teamvardo.com or check out the website www.teamvardo.com.
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| Global Building Group, Inc. |
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Global Building Group, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing humanitarian aid in Uganda. By constructing schools, clinics and other buildings, the organization fosters cross cultural learning while providing much needed resources to the people of Uganda. As part of their fundaraising efforts, Global Building has teamed up with Bugisu Ugandan Coffee to sell beans here in the Ames community. Granted exclusive rights to import the all natural coffee, Global Building distributes to various locations around town. Skunk River Cycles is proud to offer Bugisu coffee beans at the bike shop with all proceeds going directly to Global Building and their efforts in Uganda.
If you are interested in Global Building and the work that they do, go to their website at www.globalbuilding.org.
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| Global Building Inc. |
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Global Building Inc. is an Ames based non-profit organization that is dedicated to providing humanitarian aid in Uganda. Through cooperative construction projects with local Ugandans, Global Building fosters cross cultural learning while providing vital resources to the developing nation. Projects have included building school dormitories, clinics and other structures throughout the country. As part of their fundraising efforts, Global Building has teamed up with Uganda based Bugisu coffee. The group has been granted exclusive rights to import and distribute in the United States and can be seen at various locations around Ames. Skunk River Cycles proudly sells the all natural coffee beans with all the proceeds going back to support Global Building's efforts.
For more information about the organization visit their website at www.globalbuilding.org.
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| Skunk River Paddlers |
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Canoeists and kayakers in the Ames area.
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| ISU Alumni Association |
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Join up for 10% off of parts, accessories, and bikes. Look for discounts at other local businesses as well.
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| Iowa Games |
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The Iowa Sports Foundation, Inc.
The Iowa sports Foundation, Inc. (ISF) was created June 20, 1986 as a non-profit entity.
Iowa is one of 40 states nationwide which feature Olympic-style sports festivals known as State Games. New York held the first State Games Festival when in created the Empire State Games in 1978.
Iowa was the 36th state to join the fold when the Summer Iowa Games began in 1987 and joined the membership of the National Congress of State Games (NCSG). The NCSG was organzied for the purpose of sharing and developing information and resources to improve State Games and make the events more beneficial to amateur athletes nationwide.
The ISF's most notable events are the Summer Iowa Games and Winter Iowa Games annual sports festivals. In addition, the ISF promotes health, fitness, and positive lifestyles through health education programs. The nationally recognized and highly successful Lighten Up Iowa program has served as the pilot program for 18 states throughout our nation.
We are an official event sponsor of the 2009 Iowa Games.
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| Seven Oaks Recreation in Boone |
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Seven Oaks has some of the most technical single track mountain biking that Iowa has to offer. The trail is laid out over 200 acres and has an abundance of tough climbs and fast down hills. A growing course of over 6 miles is perfect for a more advanced ride. They also host a 24-hour mountain bike race every September.
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| Cycling Links |
| AToMC |
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Ames Triathalon or Multisport Club page with announcements and updates on club activities. Or go to the Yahoo group
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| Iowa DOT Bicycle Map |
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View maps of Iowa's bike routes. Requires free downloadable viewing software. Or just stop in for a free hard copy of the map!
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| Bike Iowa |
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Information about local rides, races.
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| Adventure Cycling Association |
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Adventure Cycling Association’s nonprofit mission is to inspire people of all ages to travel by bicycle for fitness, fun, and self-discovery. Founded in 1974 as Bikecentennial, Adventure Cycling is the premier bicycle travel organization in North America with 44,500 members nationwide.
We research and produce cycling maps for our Adventure Cycling Route Network, one of the largest route networks in the world at 40,633 miles (and growing). We publish Adventure Cyclist magazine for our membership, lead bike tours, work on bicycle advocacy projects such as the U.S. Bicycle Route System, sell bike travel gear, and provide trip planning resources for bicycle travelers.
As a nonprofit organization, all proceeds from tours, sales, and membership go directly back into supporting our mission and programs. Adventure Cycling is headquartered in Missoula, Montana.
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| Iowa Bicycle Coalition |
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A statewide non-profit organization dedicated to bicycle advocacy.
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| Ames Parks and Recreation Bicycle Map |
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Ames is an extremely bike friendly town. Whether you want to ride on paved trails, streets, or in parks, Ames offers over 55.6 miles of Recreational Paths and Bike Trails for you to enjoy. Approximately 45 more miles of paths/trails are proposed for the future. Here's a map that's downloadable and printable. Go and explore!
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| Iowa Heritage Foundation Trail Maps |
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Iowa has hundreds of miles of trails for cyclists, runners, hikers and walkers to enjoy. The Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation hosts a trail site allows you to search for trails by name or location, and has complete maps of over 43 trails to help you get started exploring what Iowa has to offer.
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| 2010 Summer Iowa Games |
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For 2009, Skunk River Cycles will be the official sponsor of the Summer Iowa Games Road Race, Time Trial, Mountain Bike Race, and Cycling Tour Ride.
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| Official RAGBRAI website |
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This the link to the official RAGBRAI website. RAGBRAI, The Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa®, is an annual seven-day bicycle ride across the state. Heading into its 38th year, RAGBRAI is the longest, largest and oldest touring bicycle ride in the world. Come check out this year's route and get registered for the ride!
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| Bike & Build |
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Welcome to Bike & Build - Pedaling to End Poverty Housing!
Bike & Build raises funds for affordable housing projects.
- Over six seasons, Bike & Build has contributed $1,643,145 to housing groups to fund projects planned and executed by young adults; this includes $498,914 donated from the summer of 2008 (more than $100,000 more than 2007).
- Through pre-arranged gifts, Bike & Build funds affordable housing projects executed by our participants in communities where our events begin. Through our grant program, our organization identifies and supports exciting projects involving young people all throughout the nation. Bike & Build also supports local affordable housing organizations along each route through on the road donations.
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| Vendor Links |
| Accessories and Clothing |
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Night Rider Lights
| Advanced technical lighting systems for commuting, racing and general riding around in the dark. |
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Camelbak
| Camelbak is the inventor and continues to be the world leader in hands free hyration systems. |
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Xtracycle
| Xtracyle is a revolutionary way to may your bicycle more utilitarian. An extension of your bike allows you to carry more weight and bulk, making trips to the grocery store (or local bike shop) much easier! |
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Saris
| Makers of the Bones rack. |
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Thule
| Carriers for bicycles, kayaks, cargo, and much more. |
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Jandd Mountaineering
| Panniers, Seat Bags, Daypacks, Internal Frame Packs, Expedition Equipment and more. |
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PolarMax
| Long underwear and performance clothing for adventure and everyday. |
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Bell Helmets
| From Grand Prix racing to Olympic cycling, more world champions have worn Bell Helmets than all other helmet brands combined. |
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Sigma Sport
| Computers, heart rate monitors, lights and more from Germany. |
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Planet Bike
| Better Bicycle Products for a Better Planet. |
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Serfas
| Excellent saddles, tires and gloves. |
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| Bicycles |
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Marin Bicycles
| A full line of Mountain, Road, Hybrid and City bicycles. |
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Burley
| Recumbents, tandems, child trailers and more. |
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GT Bikes
| BMX, Freestyle and Mountain Bikes. |
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Surly
| Unique 4130 chro-moly steel frames and accesories. |
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Haro
| Freeslyle, BMX, and mountain bikes. |
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Waterford
| Custom steel frames for your riding enjoyment. |
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Cannondale
| New to SRC for 2005. Top performing aluminum road, mountain, and commuter bikes. Made in the USA. |
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Chariot Trailers
| Chariot trailers is dedicated to making quality and versatile outdoor child trailers. |
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Park Tool
| The blue tools we use. The blue tools you can use at home. |
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| Fitness and Nutrition |
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Accelerade
| ACCELERADE provides rapid hydration and help muscles recover faster after exercise. |
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GU Energy Gel
| GU Energy Gel is specifically formulated to energize your body during exercise. |
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Carb-BOOM
| Carb-BOOM Energy Gel provides optimal fuel for muscles before, during and after exercise. |
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Ultima Replenisher
| Ultima Health Products is a natural foods company that produces performance nutrition supplements. |
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CycleOps
| Stationary trainers, rollers, and accesories. |
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Clif Bar Company
| Tasty treats with mostly-organic ingredients for any outdoor activity. |
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| Skis |
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Fischer
| Cross country skis and accesories for the winter athlete. |
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