Austin Sponsors

KXAN Austin News
When it comes to such a great cuase, reaching millions of people is a must. KXAN Austin News is proud to be the chosen media sponsor for the 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenge Austin. Getting the message out to Central Texas is our objective. Helping find a cure for cancer is our goal. For more information on KXAN Austin News, please go to www.kxan.com.

Mix 94.7
Mix 94.7 is excited to sponsor the Lance Armstrong Foundation's 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenge and to once again lend our resources to the fight against cancer. We are dedicated to helping the LAF inspire and empower the nearly 12 million Americans living with cancer today. For more information, pelase visit www.mix947.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.

Texas Culinary Academy
Texas Culinary Academy is proud to sponsor of the 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenge and will be providing a nourishing breakfast to the 5K participants. Celebrating 27 years in Austin, Texas Culinary Academy offers Le Cordon Bleu programs in both culinary arts and patisserie and baking. Programs are designed to provide theoretical and hands-on instruction for entry-level hospitality careers. Texas Culinary Academy is dedicated to preparing students for the international hospitality industry and providing hands-on education in the classic and modern culinary arts. For more information about our programs or our on-campus restaurants please visit the Texas Culinary Academy booth at the LIVESTRONG Village, call 888-553-2433 or visit www.tca.edu.

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.

Bicycle Sport Shop
As a long time supporter of the LAF, Bicycle Sport shop is proud to be a supporting sponsor of the LIVESTRONG Challenge again this year. Celebrating 25 years in Austin, Bicycle Sport Shop has honored the laid-back and fun quality of life valued here. We offer a full array of products that compliment all types of riding. Whether it be for fun, adventure, fitness or you just need to get down the road - we have what you need. For more information about sales, service, rentals or bike fit please visit www.bicyclesportshop.com.

Texas Coffee Traders
Celebrating 15 years in the Austin, Texas Community, Texas Coffee Traders is proud to sponsor the LIVESTRONG Challenge Austin. We will be brewing up strong cups of freshly roasted organic, fair trade coffee for all participants. Come visit us at our local coffee warehouse at 1400 East 4th Street. For more information, visit www.texascoffeetraders.com.

Shimano
Shimano is proud to sponsor the athletes of the LIVESTRONG Challenge. Whether it is winning the Tour de France or completing a LIVESTRONG Challenge, Shimano designs the components to help you achieve your goals. For more information, visit www.shimano.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 biycle 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.

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.

Pentel of America
Pentel of America is proud to be a sponsor of the 2008 LIVESTRONG Challenge. We pride ourselves in providing high quality dependable writing instruments and are committed to being recognized as a leader in the writing instrument industry worldwide. We are proud to support Lance Armstrong and the more than 12 million Americans living with cancer today. For more information, visit www.pentel.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.

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.

Maudie's Tex-Mex
Support for the LIVESTRONG Challenge comes from Maudie's Tex-Mex... Proudly feeding Austin since 1954 with five neighborhood locations, award winning Tex-Mex, and the best margaritas in town! For more information, visit www.maudies.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.

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.