The local American Red Cross is calling all motorcyclists to go “cruisin’ for a cause” on Sunday, August 8, and take part in a scenic tour of Oakland County’s finest roads. The Southeastern Michigan Chapter’s Ride for Red will benefit the organization’s local core services, which includes, disaster relief, service to the armed forces and health and safety training. All funds raised will be used locally.

The Ride for Red will leave from ABC Harley-Davidson in Waterford at 11 a.m. and ride to Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly. The next stop is the Lakeville Inn, in Leonard where riders will receive a sheriff’s lead escort from the Lakeville Inn to Rochester. The ride will commence at Gus O’Connor’s in Downtown Rochester.

Even better, bikers will be treated to a complimentary ox roast at Gus O’Connor’s after the ride, complete with live entertainment and prizes. Gus O’Connor’s and ABC Harley-Davidson are the official organizers of Ride for Red.

Bikers can register online at http://americanredcross.org/ride-for-red or at 10 a.m. at ABC Harley Davidson in Waterford on the day of the ride. If you have any questions, or to register by phone, call 313-833-2632.

The event is open to all motorcycle riders and the general public. The cost is $20 per rider and $35 with a passenger. Non-bikers can also come out to support the local Red Cross and enjoy a great Ox Roast dinner for only $12.95 per person

This event is scheduled to happen rain or shine.

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Contact:  Allison Koenigbauer

Office:  313-833-2649

Cell:  248-302-2930