Sports TheReview Wednesday, July 25, 1990 Bd Trek challenges local cyclist Last year Michelle Krakowski wondered if she could cycle for 200 kilometres over a weekend. Completing the B.C Lung Asso- ciation’s Bicycle Trek convinced her she could and also tured her into an advocate for the annual fund raiser: “Tt was a personal challenge for Pe and it was ultimately worth- while to raise money for the lung association,” says the 21-year-old North Saanich resident. Last year she raised almost $800 for the lung association. She is now collecting pledges to participate in this year’s trek, which will be held September 15 and 16. iS “READY TO ROLL for the second time in the B.C. Lung Cyclists cover 100 kilometres per day of the 200 kilometre route, travelling through the Fraser Val- ley to Lynden, Washington, and back. Krakowski said there were plenty of rest breaks for cyclists on the trek, who are encouraged to complete the course at their own pace. “It’s mostly flat. 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Participants who raise more than the $350 required to qualify become eligible for incentive awards donated by companies and individuals. Included are a trip for two to anywhere Air Canada flies, mountain bikes, cameras, cycling clothes and gift certificates. Major sponsors of the trek include Air Canada, Norco, Rob- son Cycles and 1066 Hastings Restaurant. “Money raised by the trekkers will help us invest more than a million dollars this year in medical research, health education and community services,” said associ- ation executive director Scott McDonald. For more information on the trek, call Krakowski at 656-6727 or the lung association’s trek department at 731-4961. FREE PARKIN t JAMES FOR NOW ....... LEVOLOR «SALE BLINDS Unbelievable prices for blinds. Custom made by Levolor, the leading name in window fashions. Includes life time warranty. Venetian & Vertical TAKE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE, &... EXPERIENCE THE LEVOLOR DIFFERENCE ae ee ee eee UNITED SHOP AT HOWE SERVICE. 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