I participated in the Big Ride 2012 this year, and it was an amazing experience!  It is a 3,300 mile ride from Seattle to Washington D.C.  Of the 18 riders this year, I was the only one from Chicago.  I just want to make people aware of this opportunity, and make myself available to answer any questions you have if you are considering it.  2013 registration is now open.

Check out the website:

http://action.lung.org/site/TR?fr_id=6630&pg=entry

I also had a blog, admittedly not great because the ride was my priority.

http://crosscountrycyclist.blogspot.com/