----Ciclismo
Classico, the premier specialist in cycling/hiking adventure tours,
announced today the addition of their Tour de France, Lance Armstrong
Rides Again itinerary. He has designed Tour to include
some of the best climbs and the greatest highlights!
Enrico was born in the little town of Acqui Terme in Piedmont,
blessed by the gift of a hot water thermal fountain. At the age of 13 he studied English in
England, then returned to an Italian high school to learn history,
ancient Greek, Latin, and philosophy and resides in Piedmont today
with his wife and son. 3: REI Bellingham Traverse.

Group Health Cooperative
Founded in 1947 , Group Health is a consumer-governed, nonprofit health
care system that coordinates care and coverage .

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Our expert guide, Enrico Pizzorni, brings
seven years of experience designing and leading tours that follow top
cycling races in Italy and abroad.

Major regional cycling events
-- May 1-31: Group Health Commute Challenge. Fall City; beginner,
intermediate, and advanced rides.
This year's Tour features participation by noted Lone Star State
leader Governor Rick Perry .

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Guests can expect the same Ciclismo Classico experience in France
that they have come to know and love in Italy; small groups,
personalized coaching, cultural immersion, amazing riding, and
memorable dining experiences.ciclismoclassico.
-- May 15-September 18: Group Health Bicycle Saturdays and Sundays.
-- Sept.
Riders and teams from across the United States and throughout the
world take part in the annual event.

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We start
in the Haute Savoie region for the first two days before a shuttle
brings us to the Provencal Alps, close to the Cote d'Azur. Lone Star Chapter officials note the cap will
preserve the integrity of the ride. All three are
regarded by cycling enthusiasts as the premier rides in Texas, with
experienced management, well-coordinated routes, and special attention
to riders' safety and comfort.

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It is sure to be an exciting 8 days on one of the cycling
paradises of Europe: the French Alps.

WHEN

Saturday and Sunday, April 16-17, 2005

WHERE

The Tour begins Saturday morning from two starting points --
Houston's Tully Stadium and Rhodes Stadium in Katy.org.

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-- Sept. On Sunday morning, riders continue on to the Finish Line at
the state Capitol in Austin.

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Tandem bicycles enable two riders to share a bicycle.

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Group Health has also launched an extensive Cycling for Health Web site
(http://www.ghc.org/cycling ) with dozens of easy-to-read articles written by doctors
who ride.ghc.
-- May 20: WRQ Bike to Work Day, Group Health commute stop.

WHY

The 2005 BP MS 150 Bike Tour raises funds to support MS research
and programs for those living with MS.

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org/cycling. Tri-Cities; families
from Pasco, Kennewick, and Richland can win prizes by biking to
RiverFest at Columbia Park. 10-11: Group Health MS 150 Bike Tour., serve nearly 550,000 members in Washington and
Idaho .

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Beyond financial support, Group Health routinely provides first-aid
volunteers, training and safety experts, and participating teams at events. The two-day, 180-mile Tour
begins in Houston on Saturday, April 16, and finishes at the state
Capitol in Austin on Sunday, April 17, after an overnight celebration
in La Grange.

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Active travelers are invited to join Ciclismo
Classico as we bring them the opportunity to follow the Tour's route
and catch Lance.

Jan. 31 Marks 75 Days Until 2005 BP MS 150 Bike Tour on April 16 - 17

31, will mark 75 days until the start of the largest
non -profit sporting event in Texas and the largest event of its kind
in the United States.

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"One in three Washington residents owns a bicycle," said Matt Handley, MD,
a Group Health family practice physician and GHSTP veteran. Seattle;
Rainer Vista at Burke Gilman Trail (near University of Washington
Medical Center). One- or 2-
day ride; about 200 miles; mostly back roads. Group Health and Group Health
Permanente (its multi-specialty medical group practice) combined employ nearly
10,000 staff, equivalent to Washington's third largest private employer.

They usually have two sets of pedals so that both riders contribute to moving the bike.

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Chasing Lance with Ciclismo Classico

Our trip is unique as it was designed by a cycling enthusiast for
the cycling enthusiast . Skagit, Whatcom, Island
counties; 50-175 mile routes.

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Sponsorships span more than 25 events over 6 months for thousands of cyclists

SEATTLE, Group Health Cooperative today released
its 2005 schedule of sponsored bicycling events held in communities throughout
Washington state .
Group Health encompasses medical and specialty centers, hospitals
(including a full service community hospital), a nationally recognized
research center, and a charitable foundation.

Online registration, donation and information: www.ms150.

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Title sponsorships include the 8,000-rider GHSTP and the Group Health
Commute Challenge, both organized by the Cascade Bicycle Club .
Seattle; Lake Washington route closed to cars; complete list of dates
available at http://www. Redmond; four race
categories at the Group Health Velodrome. Multiple sclerosis is a
chronic, often disabling disease of the central nervous system,
typically striking adults between the ages of 20 and 50.

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Guests will meet up with the
race on three of the middle stages (10 , 11 and 12) in the mountainous
southeast, and get a chance to both watch and ride the route. For more details on the Ciclismo Classico family,
including 26 bilingual guides and 30 diverse itineraries , please visit
our website at www. This new list has grown from a lone title sponsorship for
the Group Health Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic (GHSTP) two years ago
into multi-year support for recreational and competitive cycling events
catering to tens of thousands of people. More than 12 ,000 riders are expected to
participate in the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Lone Star
Chapter 's 21st Annual BP MS 150 Bike Tour.
2005 is the first year that organizers are capping registration at
13,000 participants.

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The site includes registration details for all Group Health-sponsored
events . Puget Sound area; company
teams compete for most bike commuters.
-- May 20-August 26: Group Health Friday Night Races. Bellingham; part of 40-mile multi-
sport challenge. Cyclists then ride
through the Texas Hill Country and stop for an overnight stay in La
Grange.

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17-18: Group Health Tour des Lacs.

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This trip is designed for the expert
cyclist who wants to try the mountain passes and experience the
terrain covered by the Tour. "We support
cycling because, from childhood on, it's one of life's simple joys and a major
outdoor activity in our region.

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He spent his
childhood with his bike and eating fresh ice cream in his
grandmother's Gelateria. New to this
year's schedule are Group Health Bicycle Saturdays + Sundays, run by the City
of Seattle; Group Health Bicycle Camps for Kids; and the Group Health MS 150
Bike Tour.

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Group Health Rolls Out Cycling Support in 2005

Cycling is also one of the great exercises for
promoting excellent overall health. Topics range from choosing the right bicycle to training for a big
event.
-- June 18: Group Health Family Bike to RiverFest. Spokane; two-day, easy to
difficult route options.

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-- July 9-10: Group Health Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic.

Sports Editors/Health/Medical Writers

HOUSTON----

More than 12,000 riders to fight MS during Houston-to-Austin Tour

WHO + WHAT

Monday, Jan.
The BP MS 150 Houston-to-Austin Bike Tour is one of three
fund-raising rides that the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Lone
Star Chapter hosts in Texas, including the Texas-to-Oklahoma FedEx
Kinko's MS 150 Bike Tour, presented by Toyota and Presbyterian
Hospital of Plano, on May 14 - 15 and the MS 150 Bike to the Beach
Bike Tour from San Antonio to Corpus Christi in October.

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8 day trip/ $3,395
July 11-18, 2005
Start/Finish: Albertville/Carpenras
Total: 384 miles

Ciclismo Classico proudly leads the bicycle touring industry
standards with the most authentic and professionally run biking tours
in adventure travel.

TEXAS MS 150 Bike Tours - A LONE STAR CYCLING TRADITION

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Business Editors

ARLINGTON, Mass.
-- June 4: Group Health MS Mountain Bike Challenge.
-- Sept. Based in Seattle, Group Health
and Group Health Options, Inc. Group Health 's commercial and Medicare plans have received the top
rating of "Excellent" from the National Committee for Quality Assurance
(NCQA). In 2004, more than 11,500
cyclists raised $9 million for chapter programs and research to end
the devastating effects of MS.

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This trip is competitively priced, yet offers all the
luxuries of other top tour operators.

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