Norman Conquest Bike Ride

Jul 08 2023

The Bicycle League of Norman has requested support for a rehab tent and basic medical aid. The map of the route is attached and we will support location number 4 at 180th south of Post Oak Rd, at the Volunteer Fire Station. Cyclists like to ride in groups because no one likes to ride alone, and no one likes to be left behind. The same can be said about life in general, but many children face daily struggles with being alone and falling behind due to developmental disabilities, and that is why the Bicycle League of Norman has dedicated so many years of support to the J.D. McCarty Center. For nearly two decades, the Bicycle League of Norman has committed tens of thousands of dollars in proceeds from its annual Norman Conquest cycling event to support the children and staff at J.D. McCarty, and we invite you to join us in this commitment. The center serves children from birth to age 21 by enriching their lives with resources and support such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, language therapy, medical care, and more. Eventually, these children move into adulthood, and the work being done at J.D. McCarty gives them tools and abilities that allow them to participate, contribute, and find fulfillment. The Norman Conquest is one of Oklahoma's oldest cycling events, attracting hundreds of bicycle riders each year from across Oklahoma and around the region. Always scheduled in early July, cyclists ride 62 miles and a variety of shorter distances through eastern Cleveland County's undulating countryside. The ride is known for its summer heat and those who can overcome the substantial hills walk away with a sense of pride, and even conquest. Because of its support for the community and its advocacy for fitness and healthy lifestyles, Norman has embraced the Conquest ever since it was established in 1997, and we are returning to businesses and individuals throughout Norman for continued financial support.