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Support one Team Astana rider as the team pedals to bring global awareness to cancer.  The race is on to see which rider will log the most race kilometers each month and all season long (total). Join the Team Astana army of LIVESTRONG cancer fighters! It’s FREE to enter and you can win great Team Astana prizes!

DONATE
Team Astana has set the bar high -  to raise 275,000 USD this season for global cancer research.  That’s only 1 cent for every cancer death (27.5 million) during Lance Armstrong’s retirement!  And with your support, the greatest team in the world can achieve this goal! A one-time donation of 27.50 USD allows you to choose a rider who will ride the entire season “in honor” or “in memory” of a loved one or friend.   The name you enter will appear on the rider’s profile page!  An easy way to congratulate survivors, give hope and courage to those currently fighting cancer and remember those we have lost to this disease. 

EDUCATE
Team Astana is one of the most international teams in the pro-peloton!  Boasting 27 riders from 9 nationalities, learn about cancer in each rider’s country and host race countries during the 2009 season.  Education is knowledge and knowledge is power!

 

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PLEASE FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING:

Rider:
Name:
Country:
Email Address:
(one entry per email address)


By clicking “SUBMIT” you will be entered in the Ride For LIVESTRONG contest.
(no fee required for entry)

Your email address will be validated with a monthly Ride For LIVESTRONG newsletter.

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How the Ride For LIVESTRONG Works

IT'S FREE !!!!

Each Team Astana rider is racing this year to bring global awareness to cancer. Choose a rider to support (one per email address) based on the rider’s cancer profile. We’ll then track the race kilometers that your rider pedals during the 2009 season. Monthly and grand prizes will be awarded (see below). It’s FREE to enter, so go ahead - choose your rider and join the Team Astana cancer fighters!

Monthly RIDE FOR LIVESTRONG Award

Each month, a supporter for the rider that logs the most race kilometers in that particular month will be randomly picked to win a signed jersey from that rider and a NIKE LIVESTRONG cap.

Example: Benjamin Noval logs 1,000 race km in April (highest total km out of all the riders). A random supporter of Benjamin wins a signed jersey from Benjamin and a NIKE LIVESTRONG cap.

RIDE FOR LIVESTRONG Champion

At the end of the season, supporters for the rider that logs the most race kilometers for the entire season will be randomly picked to win one of the following prizes. Winners will get to choose from one (1) of the following prizes in the order that they are randomly chosen.

  • One (1) Team Astana race-ridden 2009 Trek Madone 6.9 road bike
  • One (1) Team Astana race-ridden 2009 Trek Madone 6.9 road bike
  • One (1) Giro Ionus Special Edition LIVESTRONG helmet signed by Lance Armstrong
  • One (1) Giro Ionus Special Edition LIVESTRONG helmet signed by Lance Armstrong
  • One (1) Giro Ionus Special Edition LIVESTRONG helmet signed by Lance Armstrong
  • One (1) Giro Ionus Special Edition LIVESTRONG helmet signed by Lance Armstrong
  • One (1) NIKE LIVESTRONG PRODUCT KIT (including: duffle bag, cap, t-shirt, shorts, shoes, and jacket/sweatshirt)
  • One (1) NIKE LIVESTRONG PRODUCT KIT (including: duffle bag, cap, t-shirt, shorts, shoes, and jacket/sweatshirt)
  • One (1) NIKE LIVESTRONG PRODUCT KIT (including: duffle bag, cap, t-shirt, shorts, shoes, and jacket/sweatshirt)
  • One (1) NIKE LIVESTRONG PRODUCT KIT (including: duffle bag, cap, t-shirt, shorts, shoes, and jacket/sweatshirt)

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GET STARTED:

How do I pick my rider?

On the homepage, click on the riders’ pictures to view their profiles including information about themselves, past race results and their connections to cancer.

Once you find the rider you’d like to support, click the “ENTER CONTEST” button on the profile page. You will be redirected to a page where you will be required to submit information.

Can I pick all 27 riders?

No, but nice try! Only one email address per entry! Email addresses will be validated by a RIDE FOR LIVESTRONG newsletter.

Is there a deadline to enter?

Nope! We want supporters all season long to join Team Astana in the fight.

So I can just look at the race schedule and estimate who will race the most kilometers?

Not really. But that’s the part that will keep you biting your nails all season. Each member of Team Astana rides his own particular race schedule (somewhere between 7-20 races) depending on personal goals, strengths, fitness, and Team goals. And only the rider and Johan Bruyneel know his exact schedule. That is a well-kept secret. You can assume that Levi Leipheimer will race the Tour de France, but what will make up the rest of his eight-month season? Johan knows. Then, factor in crashes, illness, strategy, and many other variables, both planned and otherwise.

How will race kilometers be calculated?

Race kilometers will be obtained from the sanctioned UCI races determined by the Astana Cycling Team. Race kilometers for that day will always be rounded up (ex. 171.2 kilometers will become 172 kilometers).

Only rider miles in sanctioned UCI races will be counted in the contest. The first race is January 18 and the last possible race day is October 31, 2009.

What happens to the riders that participated in the Tour Down Under?

Their race km will factor in the overall race km total, however since the contest launched in February there will be no monthly winner for January. They may have had an early start to the season, but remember the season is 10 months long and there is still A LOT of racing left.

What happens if a rider drops out or abandons?

If a rider abandons, drops out or does not finish (DNF), the kilometers will be calculated to the nearest quarter marker of the total race. Example: If a rider drops out at approximately the ¾ marker and the race is 100 total kilometers, he will be logged for 75 kilometers for the day. This will be determined and calculated by the Team’s management agency, Olympus Sarl.

What happens if there is a rider kilometer tie or donation tie?

If there is a rider kilometer tie, then a random drawing will be held combining all supporters of the riders that are tied.

How do I keep track of my rider’s progress?

Follow the Team daily right here and at www.astana-cyclingteam.com. We’ll post monthly and grand prize winners. We’ll also be adding cancer updates throughout the season and keeping everyone posted on our efforts.

Additional questions?

To learn more, contact info@rideforlivestrong.org

Legal Rules

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Contest Rules:
Olympus Sarl  (the “Sponsor”) is sponsoring a contest in conjunction with the 2009 Astana Cycling Team.  The contest rules are as follows:

Contest Dates:
Contest begins on February 4, 2009 at 6 PM CET and ends October 31, 2009 at 11:59 PM CET or after Team Astana’s last race for the 2009 season. Winners will be notified via  e-mail.

Eligibility:
To enter, the contestant must be over the age of 21 years old.  Questions about eligibility will be determined by documentary evidence (either a valid driver’s license, state i.d. card, or passport).  No more than one email address will be eligible for entry.  No employee or immediate family member of Sponsor is eligible to enter the contest.

How to Enter:
To enter, each contestant must submit entry information via the online link.  NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER.  A PURCHASE OF ANY KIND WILL NOT IMPROVE A CONTESTANT’S CHANCES OF WINNING.

Odds Of Winning:
Odds of being selected as a prize winner depend on the participant’s rider selection, total number of entries received, and available prize packages.

Approximate Value:
Race-Ridden Team Astana Trek Madone 6.9 Road Bike - $9,000
Gior Ionus Limited Edition LIVESTRONG road helmet - $500
Nike LIVESTRONG Kit Package* - $350
2009 Team Astana Jersey -  $135
Nike LIVESTRONG Cap - $24

*Clothing package may vary based on sizes and styles.

Notification:
The winners of the Prizes awarded will be notified by e-mail (if an e-mail address is received) or telephone within 3 days after selection. The winners have ten business days to notify the sponsor of address.  If the winner does not notify the sponsor within the time period, the sponsor will pick, at random, another winner and the original winner will be unable to claim a prize. Prizes will be sent to each winning contestant with postage paid for by Sponsor. 

Liability; Waiver:
Contestant acknowledges that Sponsor, the Lance Armstrong Foundation, and the Astana Cycling Team, its sponsors and prize sponsors are not liable for any entries that are either misdirected or incomplete, are not liable for any losses due to electronic or computer malfunction, and are not responsible for any injuries or losses (1) occurring during or caused by participation in the contest, or (2) caused by any prize awarded.  Participation in the Contest constitutes winner’s consent to Sponsor’s and its agents’ use of winner’s name, creative word, likeness, photograph, voice, opinions and/or country for promotional purposes in any media, worldwide, without further payment or consideration.  Prize winner will be responsible for any taxes assessed on their winnings by any governmental agency, state, local or federal.  Sponsor will notify government agencies of all winnings to the extent required by law.

Trek Waiver:
Team bike is an actual 2009 Astana Team bicycle, it will be delivered AS-IS with no warranty written or implied.  Trek Bicycle is not responsible for the condition or safety of the bicycle.

Miscellaneous:
The mailing address of the sponsor is
Olympus Sarl
5 rue Petange
L-4740 LUXEMBOURG
Attention: Ride For LIVESTRONG

Any contest entrant may submit a written request to see the name and country of the prize winners.  CONTEST VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.

Contestants will abide by the donation procedures as reasonably determined and outlined by Olympus Sarl.

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HAIMAR ZUBELDIA
Spain

"I’ve lost my father-in-law to colon cancer. But I’ve also had a friend survive from testicular cancer, like Lance. Though people survive cancer, we are sill losing too many battles. We need to unite and win!"

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ANDREY ZEITS
Kazakhstan

"Cancer is a worldwide epidemic and I really feel for all the people affected by cancer. I hope we can make a difference."

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TOMAS VAITKUS
Lithuania

"I want to have the most race km by the end of the season. So if you support me then you are also supporting the fight against cancer and maybe you will win a cool prize! :-)"

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MICHAEL SCHÄR
Switzerland

"This is a big honor for me. I think it’s great that we are spreading the LIVESTRONG message around the world!"

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JOSÉ LUIS RUBIERA
Spain

"My cousin was fighting breast cancer since 2001. She used to come to the Tour and Giro, but unfortunately she died in 2008. Lance helped me with medical info for her and I hope I can help him this year."

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SERGEY RENEV
Kazakhstan

"We can do some good things this year, but we are going to need your help. Please donate to the cause."

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GREGORY RAST
Switzerland

"We just need to find a way to beat this disease. It’s taken too many lives and affected too many people. I hope we find a cure soon!"

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BOLAT RAIMBEKOV
Kazakhstan

"I think every amount donated can serve to help this mission. Even if you can’t donate a lot, donate a little and feel like you are a part of this team that is fighting cancer."

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YAROSLAV POPOVYCH
Ukraine

"I’m back with Lance and Johan. We are ready to win. Get ready and join us in our fight too!"

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SÉRGIO PAULINHO
Portugal

"For me, it’s important that I can ride for a team that helps to fight against cancer. "

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BENJAMIN NOVAL
Spain

"Winning the Tour with Lance was the greatest highlight of my racing career (having a son is the greatest highlight of my life), but I think if we can do something good for people that have cancer, then I will have a new favorite racing highlight."

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DANI NAVARRO
Spain

"Whatever team people cheer for, I think they should still support this cause. It’s not just about Team Astana, it’s more about the world and being better people."

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DMITRIY MURAVYEV
Kazakhstan

"I lost my grandfather to lung cancer. I hope we can find a cure soon and prevent people from losing loved ones."

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STEVE MORABITO
Switzerland

"I don’t think there is enough money going to cancer research in Switzerland or in the world. I hope that we can change that and make a difference."

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LEVI LEIPHEIMER
United States of America

"Ride For LIVESTRONG gives Team Astana a meaningful purpose and a message to spread while racing our bikes in front of millions of fans."

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BERIK KUPESHOV
Kazakhstan

"I don’t know much about cancer, but I feel bad when I learn about people who have cancer. I pray for these people that they get better."

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ANDREAS KLÖDEN
Germany

"I’ve raced against Lance for many years, but now it’s good to be on the same team together. Hopefully we can win a lot of races and also make an impact with the help of his Foundation."

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ROMAN KIREYEV
Kazakhstan

"I always represent my country of Kazakhstan, but this year I will also race for those who are suffering from cancer. Please support me and the team."

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MAXIM IGLINSKIY
Kazakhstan

"This is the first time Team Astana is doing this. Normally, we are focused on winning races, but I think helping others is a good thing. Plus we can all learn more about cancer."

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CHRIS HORNER
United States of America

"I think what Lance and his Foundation have done for cancer in the US is very admirable. But now I think the entire team can help take it the world’s stage. I’m motivated to help out in any way possible."

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JÉSUS HERNANDEZ
Spain

"My aunt died from cancer so I know what it feels like to be robbed by this disease. It was one of the toughest times for my family and I hope with the help of the fans we can win."

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ALEXANDR DYACHENKO
Kazakhstan

"First time on a ProTour team. First time racing with Lance. First time supporting the fight against cancer. Hope you will join and support the team!"

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VALERIY DMITRIYEV
Kazakhstan

"I think this goes beyond just fighting cancer, but also leading a healthy and active lifestyle. Riding a bike is one way to be active and I think this may be one of the reasons Lance beat cancer."

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ALBERTO CONTADOR
Spain

"When I was lying in a hospital bed, I read Lance’s book and looked to him for inspiration. I hope that our team can serve the same goal – motivate people to fight this illness!"

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JANI BRAJKOVIC
Slovenia

"Honestly, I don’t know much about cancer in Slovenia, but I think it’s important that we become educated. I think one of the ways to beat cancer is to learn about it and ways to help prevent it."

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ASSAN BAZAYEV
Kazakhstan

"I am honored to be one of the six riders chosen to ride Lance’s first race in Australia and start this mission. It’s always a good thing when we can help people who are suffering."

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Lance Armstrong
United States of America

"October 2, 1996 was the day that changed my life. Now that I’m back on the bike, I want to change people’s lives throughout the world. We’re all affected by this disease and united as one world, we can defeat it. LIVESTRONG!"

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