Durango Welcomes the 19th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America

Motorcycle trek raises funds to support chronically ill children, Victory Junction

Durango, CO – The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America is celebrating its 19th Anniversary with a motorcycle ride across the nation’s scenic southwest, and stopping in Durango. Founded by former NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Kyle Petty, the Charity Ride raises funds and awareness for Victory Junction, a camp created to benefit children with chronic or life threatening illnesses.

More than 175 riders will travel nearly 2,200 miles from April 27 to May 3.

WHO: Members of Durango media, Durango residents, local dignitariesand sports fans!

WHAT: The 2013 Kyle Petty Charity Ride benefitting Victory Junction

WHEN: Wednesday, May 1 – Thursday, May 2
Arrival: 4:45 p.m. on May 1
Departure: 10:00 a.m. on May 2

WHERE: Best Western Rio Grande
400 E. 2nd Avenue
Durango, CO 81301

VISUALS: 175+ motorcycle riders traveling through Durango at approximately 4:45 p.m.

NASCAR legend Kyle Petty available for interviews and photos

Celebrity riders, including NFL great Herschel Walker available for interviews and photos

*All times are approximate and subject to change. Please contact Carolyn Canington at 314.660.4749 or Kim Banks at 704.953.9303 for up-to-the-minute updates.