Biking for Fun, Sport, and Brain Tumor...( MILL VALLEY Calif. Feb. 12 /- Kov...),Health

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 12 /PRNewswire/ -- Kovarus, Inc., a premier technology consulting firm, and Studio Velo, an expert custom cycling shop in Mill Valley, today jointly announced the launch of a new bike club dedicated to the promotion of cycling while also increasing awareness of a good cause, the American Brain Tumor Association (ABTA).

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The Studio Velo/Kovarus Cycling Club (SVK-CC) is a charitable organization equally committed to cycling and to helping win the fight against brain tumors. "More than 200,000 people in the U.S. and Canada are diagnosed with a brain tumor each year, including my nephew who was diagnosed in 2000 and has endured many surgeries. SVK-CC is committed to making a difference for people like my nephew and his family," said Peter Castaldi, principal at Kovarus. Kovarus also sponsors an elite cycling team focused on promoting awareness for ABTA.

Scott Penzarella, founder of Studio Velo, said "We are pleased to partner with Kovarus and the Kovarus/ABTA Racing for Research cycling team to support those battling brain tumors and bring riders together in the spirit of sport, fun, and charity."

The new club will offer weekly organized rides and monthly special rides/clinics hosted by either a member of the Kovarus/ABTA racing team or by another special guest. Members will also have access to the SVK-CC private Internet portal where they can coordinate rides and chat with other SVK-CC members. Those interested in joining the club can visit the club Website at http://www.svkcycling.com

As part of the launch, Studio Velo, Kovarus, and other sponsors are also offering a series of fun and informational events, including the official launch of the
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