Rip's B.A.D. Ride -Bikers Against Diabetes - is a motorcycle fundraising ride and family festival of the American Diabetes Association. This event unites the biker nation in the fight against diabetes with a full day of great riding, big entertainment, delicious food, lots of activities and a good ride!

The B.A.D. Ride was started in So. California by Rip Rose, a biker and photojournalist for Easyriders, who wanted to bring the biker nation together in the fight against diabetes, Today, that dream is a reality.

On June 14th 2009 over 2500 bikers from all over the nation will ride to Oak Canyon Park in Irvine to spend a day enjoying riding, food, entertainment and a classic Biker atmosphere all for the great cause of Diabetes awareness.

Ride Route to Oak Canyon Park
Enjoy an escorted ride with Mark Ruffalo,
Owner CHD/B.
Meet at 8am with kick stands up at 10am.
Tanks and Bellies Full, Blatters Empty for a 45 minute ride to Oak Canyon Park, an incredible, rustic setting located in Santiago Canyon.

Get ready for a fun-filled day!
Each participant receives a complimentary lunch & ride pin, live music by AEROMYTH and the FRYED BROTHERS BAND, Bike Show (with unique BAD trophies) appearances by the Hooter's Girls, Kids Games, Vendors, Wellness Village, Bike Games AND MORE!

All bikes welcome
Rip's B.A.D. Ride will take place rain or shine. Don't ride? Drive! Rip's B.A.D. Ride is a family event, so come and enjoy the day!

Join the REALLY BAD Club and receive an invitation to our VIP Party held June 13th at Knott's Berry Farm and VIP privileges at the B.A.D. Ride!

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