California AIDS Ride 2001

Over 3,000 people met on the streets of San Francisco, joining the over 15,000 who have done the ride to date, to begin this brave journey of kindness that raises over $2700 per rider for the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center and the San Francisco AIDS Foundation.

Date:
June 3 - 9, 2001

Location:
San Francisco to Los Angeles

  • 7 Days
  • 575 Miles
  • 2700 Riders

Two dedicated RoadbikeREVIEW Community Members took to the road with their bikes and their trusty camera to provide us with an inside look at the AIDSRide. Eric and Shelley Paton from Gilroy, California, made the journey and give us this glimpse into what it was like.

Eric and Shelley's Daily Journal:
Read about the adventure and experience in this day-to-day journal.

Photo Gallery:
Check out Eric's Photos from the Ride.


Eric and Shelly (day 00)

Click thumbnails to enlarge images.

Day One Ready to Go


Standing in front of the Ryder trucks that carry our bags.
Tent City


1700 tents in one HUGE field
Strong tail winds and a train


Looking back at the final stretch into King City

David ascending Pain Pass


David has used only his arms on all 4 AIDS Rides

Drag Queens


Everyone needed to cool off at the Avila Hot Springs
Closing Ceremonies in LA

 
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