Portland Sponsors

Providence Cancer Center
The new Providence Cancer Center brings together all of the resources of Oregon's leading cancer care provider in one place – people with cancer can meet with internationally renowned researchers, physicians and specialists in all aspects of cancer care, all under the same roof. It's the most technologically advanced, compassionately built center in the northwest, and it's all about hope. Providence Cancer Center joins the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the Portland LIVESTRONG Challenge to encourage folks to join the fight, raise funds for cancer research and ensure that people with cancer have the tools they need to live strong with a cancer diagnosis. For more information, visit www.providence.org/cancer.

Comcast
Comcast of Oregon and SW Washington is proud to help enhance the communities where our customers and employees live, work and play through its community outreach activities. As a local provider of cable television, high speed internet and phone service for both residents and business, Comcast consistently works to be a part of the community it serves. In addition, the company seeks to help build a better community though supporting events like the LIVESTRONG Challenge, as well as focusing on literacy, volunteerism and youth development. For more information, visit www.Comcast.com.

94/7 Alternative Portland. It's different here.
94/7 has partnered with the LIVESTRONG Challenge for the past four years and believes in supporting the LIVESTRONG Challenge and other events that create awareness for cancer research. For more information, visit www.947.fm.

EPSN Radio 1080 the FAN.
Sports Radio 1080 The Fan is proud to support the 2008 LIVESTRONG  Challenge as part of their ongoing commitment to the community. For more information, visit www.1080thefan.com.

FOX 12
As Oregon's first television station, KPTV-FOX 12's, dedication to the community has been a longstanding tradition. FOX 12 is proud to be a supporting sponsor of the LIVESTRONG Challenge Portland and encourages everyone to walk, run or ride to honor, remember and celebrate loved ones affected by cancer. For more information, visit www.kptv.com.

PDX 49
For 25 years KPDX (PDX 49) has been serving the community bringing the best in entertainment programming and covering important community issues. The station is proud to team-up with the LIVESTRONG Challenge Portland in the fight against cancer and encourages others to join them in supporting this important cause. For more information, visit www.kpdx.com.

FIJI Water
As the exclusive bottled water and a proud sponsor of the LIVESTRONG Challenge series, FIJI Water will provide participants with what they need most - hydration.

Drawn from an artesian aquifer deep below the Earth's surface on the Fijian island of Viti Levu, FIJI Water contains naturally occurring electrolytes for optimal hydration and muscle health. This natural source delivers a unique mineral content including calcium, magnesium, bicarbonates and silica, which gives FIJI Water its distinctive soft smooth taste. FIJI Water volunteers will provide samples to all Challenge participants throughout the series to help prevent dehydration and fatigue by replenishing missing electrolytes without any added sugar or calories. For more information, please visit the FIJI booth at the LIVESTRONGChallenge Village or visit www.fijiwater.com.

PowerBar
PowerBar is committed to helping enhance the health and wellness of active individuals by providing convenient nutritional products. Empowering consumers to make smart dietary choices can make a big difference in improving overall health and quality of life. With that in mind, PowerBar is dedicated to offering sound nutrition information and a full spectrum of great-tasting food and beverage options. Backed by decades of sports nutrition experience, PowerBar products are developed to meet the nutrition and energy needs of everyone from athletes to individuals seeking healthy food choices! For more information, visit www.powerbar.com.

Michelob Ultra
Michelob Ultra, a proud sponsor of the LIVESTRONG Challenge, joins the Lance Armstrong Foundation in the fight against cancer. For more information, visit www.michelobultra.com.

JetBlue
New York-based JetBlue Airways has created a new airline category based on value, service and style. Known for its award-winning service and free TV as much as its low fares, JetBlue is now pleased to offer customers Lots of Legroom and super-spacious Even More Legroom seats. JetBlue introduced complimentary in-flight e-mail and instant messaging services on aircraft "BetaBlue," a first among U.S. domestic airlines. JetBlue is also America's first and only airline to offer its own Customer Bill of Rights, with meaningful and specific compensation for customer inconvenienced by service disruptions within JetBlue's control. Visit www.jetblue.com/promise for details. JetBlue serves 52 cities with 550 daily departures. With JetBlue, all seats are assigned, all travel is ticketless, all fares are one-way, and an overnight stay is never required. For information or reservations call 1-800-JETBLUE or visit www.jetblue.com.

FRS
FRS Healthy Energy is a proud sponsor of the LIVESTRONG Challenge and a corporate partner of the Lance Armstrong Foundation. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of every FRS Healthy Energy product supports the LAF in the fight against cancer. Drink FRS Healthy Energy. For more information, visit www.frs.com.

George M Sutton RV
Inspired by the late George M Sutton Senior's enthusiasm for cycling and his dedication to the cancer fight, 2008 marks George M Sutton RV's fourth year as a proud sponsor of the LIVESTRONG Challenge Portland. Since 2005, George M Sutton RV has provided an Airstream iconic trailer for VIP usage on-event. For more information, visit, www.suttonrv.com.

Flowerbud.com
Flowerbud.com, offering farm fresh flowers since 1999, is proud to donate all of the Survivor Roses and floral arrangements for the Lance Armstrong Foundation's LIVESTRONG Challenge Events. In honor of the nearly 12 million Americans battling cancer every day, we at Flowerbud salute you - ride hard. For more information, visit www.flowerbud.com.

Cycles Gladiator
Monterey County winery Cycles Gladiator, owned by Hahn Estates, produces premium wines with bottles that feature an image from an antique cycling poster. The wine brand has been discovered and enjoyed by cycling enthusiasts nationwide. This year, Cycles Gladiator is proud to be the Official Wine of the 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenge. The Cycles Gladiator wines will be poured at all of the fundraising appreciation dinner events and Cycles Gladiator will be on hand with a booth at the LIVESTRONG Villages in Portland, San Jose and Austin. Cycles Gladiator is honored to be part of such an important event helping so many in the fight against cancer. For more information, visit www.cyclesgladiator.com.

CST
CST tires is brought to you by the world's largest manufacturer of bicycle tires and tubes that also brought you the Maxxis line. CST's purpose is to provide riders a tire that does not skimp on quality while concentrating on dependability at a great price, and if riders have a flat or slice a tire on the ride, they will receive a complimentary CST tire or tube to get them back on the road. Check out the grippy Czar and quick Compressor road tires along with their wide range of mountain, trekking and BMX tires at www.CSTtires.com.

OHSU
The OHSU Cancer Institute is part of Oregon's only health and research university, which means they are able to bring the most recent discoveries to people, faster. Through a partnership with the LAF they launched the OHSU Adolescent and Young Adult oncology program, which is one of the few in the nation. With the latest treatments, technologies and clinical trials, they are the only cancer center in Oregon designated by the National Cancer Institute. For more information, visit, www.ohsuhealth.com/cancer.

Trek Bicycle
Trek Bicycle is proud to be the bicycle sponsor of the 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenge. Trek believes in the power of the bicycle as an agent of social, environmental, and health improvements and encourages everybody to LIVESTRONG! For more information, visit, www.trekbikes.com.

Sweet Leaf Tea
Sweet Leaf Tea is a proud sponsor of the LIVESTRONGChallenge and will be refreshing participants after they cross the finish lines with ice cold tea! For more information about Sweet Leaf Tea, or to find a bottle in your hometown, please visit www.sweetleaftea.com.

Chantal Cookware
Chantal is a proud sponsor of the 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenge. As a cancer survivor, Chantal’s Founder and CEO, Heida Thurlow believes in cancer survivorship, education and support. 5-10% of the sales of Chantal’s LIVESTRONG Housewares collection goes directly to the LAF. Shop at www.chantal.com for the complete LIVESTRONG line.

Yakima
Yakima is proud to be a supporting sponsor of the 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenges. As a world leader in the design and manufacture of destination hardware and gear management solutions, Yakima has been helping outdoor enthusiasts get out and live active healthy lives for over 25 years. So join Yakima and the LIVESTRONG Challenge to raise money for cancer research and help thousands of Americans fight cancer. For more information, visit www.yakima.com.

Metro West Ambulance
For 55 years Metro West Ambulance has provided emergency transportation to Washington County. Look for other Metro West Ambulance owned companies throughout the state - Bay Cities Ambulance in Coos Bay; Pacific West Ambulance in Lincoln County; and Medix Ambulance in Clatsop & Pacific Counties. For more information, visit, www.metrowest.fm.

The SPIbelt
The SPIbelt, an Austin, based company, is proud to be a supporter of the LIVESTRONG Challenge series! The SPIbelt guarantees a no-bounce option to carrying your goods during your race activities. For more information, visit, www.spibelt.com.

R.W. Knudsen Family
R.W. Knudsen Family is proud to sponsor the LIVESTRONG Challenge. Since 1961, R.W. Knudsen Family has been providing wholesome beverages that are good and good for you. To learn more about their products, or to find a store that carries these natural and organic beverages, visit www.KnudsenJuices.com.