Performance Bicycle® wants to send two lucky cyclists to the UCI Road World Championships

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., July 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Performance Bicycle^®, the #1 choice for people who love to ride, has partnered with Richmond Region Tourism to offer consumers the chance to win a trip to the UCI Road World Championships in Richmond. The winner and their guest will receive round-trip airfare, hotel accommodations, VIP passes to the race and more.

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"The UCI Road World Championships is one of the most exciting cycling events taking place not only in America but around the world," said Performance Bicycle CEO David Pruitt. "This is an excellent chance for two cycling enthusiasts to get up close to the excitement of the Worlds."

Taking place Sept. 19-27, The Road World Championships (Worlds) is cycling's pinnacle event, held annually in an international city as chosen by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) through a competitive bidding process similar to the Olympic Games.

Worlds is a nine-day event, featuring 12 Championship races for Elite Men and Women, Under 23 Men and Junior Men and Women. It is a rare opportunity for the athletes to compete for their country, just as they do during the Olympic Games. Athletes compete in three different disciplines including the traditional Road Race, the Individual Time Trial and the recently introduced Team Time Trial. World Champions are crowned in each discipline.

"The Richmond Region is excited and honored to host the UCI Road World Championships and to collaborate with a partner like Performance Bicycle to demonstrate why we're a year-round cycling destination for all riders," said Jack Berry, Richmond Region Tourism President and CEO.

From now until August 16, anyone can enter to win by filling out the entry form at http://www.performancebike.com/Richmond2015 or on the Performance Bicycle Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/performancebike. One lucky winner and their guest will receive roundtrip airfare, three night stay at the Embassy Suites by Hilton – Richmond (Sept. 24-27), two VIP Race Passes, two passes to a VIP viewing party on the course at Capital Ale House, three days of rental car, three dinners and two passes to a local attraction.

No purchase necessary, and a purchase does not increase the chances of winning. The winner is responsible for all applicable taxes and any additional expenses (e.g., food and beverage, transportation to and from the airport.)

For more information on Performance Bicycle, please visit www.PerformanceBike.com.

To learn more about Richmond 2015 visit http://www.richmond2015.com, or to learn more about Richmond, VA visit  www.visitrichmondva.com.

Where to Find Performance Bicycle
Performance offers three great ways to shop: in store, by phone and online at PerformanceBike.com. Cyclists can stay in touch with Performance Bicycle^® by following the brand on Twitter, Facebook and the Performance Bicycle Blog.  For buyer's guides, how-to's, product reviews and riding tips visit the Performance Bicycle Learning Center.

About Performance Bicycle^®
Performance Bicycle^® is the No. 1 specialty bicycle retailer in the U.S. and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Performance Inc. Performance provides an omni-channel cycling experience that spans more than 100 stores nationwide, and www.PerformanceBike.com, catering to both the avid cycling enthusiast and the recreational rider. Performance Inc. is majority owned by North Castle Partners of Greenwich, Conn. For more information about Performance Bicycle, please visit www.PerformanceBike.com.

About Richmond Region Tourism^®
As the Region's primary marketer, Richmond Region Tourism warmly welcomes meeting planners, tournament organizers, tour operators, travel media and leisure travelers. A nonprofit organization, Richmond Region Tourism offers a comprehensive array of information and services to assist the Richmond Region hospitality industry in benefiting from the powerful economic engine that is tourism For more information about Richmond Region Tourism^® Bicycle, please visit www.visitrichmondva.com.

Media Contact:         
Matt Kovacs
BLAZE PR
(310) 395-5050
mkovacs@blazepr.com

SOURCE Performance Bicycle