Recumbent Cycles of Lancaster Hosts 30-Year Anniversary Ride for Local Legend

Lancaster, PA, September 1, 2015 (Newswire.com) - Recumbent Cycles of Lancaster, the region’s premier provider of recumbent cycles and specialty bikes, is hosting a 30th anniversary celebration ride to commemorate the achievements of local legend Mike King. King, an elite wheelchair athlete, wheeled from Fairbanks, AK to Washington, DC after a motorcycle accident left him paraplegic 30 years ago. His amazing 5,600-mile journey inspired millions of differently-abled individuals around the globe to push their limits and stay physically fit.

King has invited the local community to join him on a five-mile loop through downtown Lancaster, after which snacks and beverages will be provided to participants. The ride will begin at 10:00am at Recumbent Cycles of Lancaster, on 2207 Marietta Avenue in Lancaster. Participation in the ride is free of charge, but participants are required to register at www.lancasterrecumbent.com.

"It's our honor to be able to host this event marking a momentous occasion. Mike's incredible journey over the past three decades has served to motivate many with physical and developmental disabilities to get moving and live with hope and vision."

Scott Barrows, Owner of Recumbent Cycles of Lancaster

The event will also benefit King’s organization, Powered to Move, which was founded in 2013 to encourage those with disabilities and other life challenges to stay active and live with courage, hope, and purpose. To support the “Feet N Wheels Virtual Race,” the public is encouraged to register at www.poweredtomove.com/feet-n-wheels. Racers will receive finisher medals and have the opportunity to win other prizes, including King’s new book Powered to Move: The Mike King Story.