AUBURN, Ala. – Bo Jackson announced the date of the 13th annual Bo Bikes Bama to be held on the 13th anniversary of the 2011 tornadoes – Saturday, April 27, 2024, in Auburn. Bo Bikes Bama raises money for disaster recovery and preparedness in Jackson’s home state of Alabama.
“Each year, I ride with people from all over the country to remember the lives lost on April 27, 2011, and in other disasters since,” said Jackson. “The money we raise each year supports lifesaving and life restoring work throughout the state to help communities in their greatest time of need. I look forward to riding on the thirteenth anniversary of the 2011 tornadoes on honoring the precious lives lost.”
Bo Bikes Bama registration is open now through April 7, 2024, at bobikesbama.com. The cost to participate in 2024 is $100 for a 60-mile ride and $75 for a 20-mile ride. A $55 at-home option will also be available for supporters unable to travel to Auburn. At-home participants can choose to bike or participate in any activity of their choosing to show support.
Each registrant will be mailed a Bo Bikes Bama rider packet in advance of the ride, including a 2024 t-shirt, rider number, sticker and wristband. Registrants may also purchase limited-edition Bo Bikes Bama cycling jerseys and socks at the time of registration.
Jackson will host the second annual Bo Bikes Bama VIP Golf Experience on Friday, April 26, 2024. This experience is open to 12 individuals for $2,000 per person and includes a round of golf with Jackson, lunch, signed memorabilia and other perks.
New for 2024, Bo Bikes Bama will host a kickoff party on Friday, April 26, from 6-9 p.m. at Red Clay Brewing Company in Opelika. The event will feature a performance by Gretsch Lyles & The Modern Eldorados as well as food and drinks. An online auction will open at the end of April to give supporters the opportunity to bid on memorabilia and experiences from anywhere in the country.
Organizers will post additional news and updates regarding 2024 events to bobikesbama.com, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Supporters can also sign up to receive updates by email at bobikesbama.com/email-signup.
Trek Bikes, Trek Travel and Big Communications will return in 2024 as producing partners. Organizations or individuals interested in sponsorship opportunities or contributing to the online auction can email info@bobikesbama.com for more information.
