On Friday, February 23rd, cycling fans can experience a once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy an evening with an icon of the cycling world – Greg LeMond. The “An Evening with Greg LeMond Special Guest Kozo Shimano” gala dinner will be held at Robinson Ranch as the precursor to the Amgen Tour of California, which arrives in Santa Clarita on Saturday, February 24th.

The evening will begin with a cocktail hour at 6:00 p.m., followed by dinner, presentations on the cycling world and an opportunity to ask questions of Greg LeMond and Kozo Shimano. Tickets for the event are $100 per person.

Greg LeMond became the first American to win the Tour de France. He went on to win again in 1989, and for a triumphant third time in 1990. These victories, along with several others, brought him international recognition. LeMond has been named one of Sports Illustrated’s 40 most influential people in sports in the last 40 years and is a member of the Cycling Hall of Fame.

Joining LeMond for the evening is special guest Kozo Shimano, Vice President of Shimano American Corporation. The Shimano name is legendary in the cycling world for their quality bike designs, equipment and cycling team sponsorships.

LeMond and Shimano will share anecdotes about their paths to success including the challenges, triumphs and experiences that have catapulted them to the top of the cycling world.

“An Evening with Greg LeMond Special Guest Kozo Shimano” is the first in a line of exciting events to compliment the City’s hosting of the Stage Six Finish of the Tour of California. Other events to take place on Saturday, February 24th include:

Family Ride: 11:00am

The whole family can catch cycle-fever and participate in a 3-mile beginners ride, 5-mile intermediate ride or 7-mile advanced ride. All levels will begin at City Hall and finish at the actual finish for the Amgen Tour of California. The fee for the Family Ride is $12 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under. All entrants will receive an event numbered bib, t-shirt, medal and raffle ticket. The Family Ride is sponsored locally by Healthnet.

Kids Zone: 11:00am – 5:00pm

Sponsored by the Westfield Valencia Town Center, the Kids Zone will offer activities for younger cycling fans. A tricycle obstacle, a human bowling alley and an inflatable rock climbing wall, slide, and obstacle course will add to the fun.

Lifestyle Festival Sponsored by Healthnet: 12:30pm – 4:30pm

Cycling enthusiasts of all ages can immerse themselves in the excitement of a world-class sporting event. The festival will feature a health & fitness expo, cancer awareness education, cycling gear, family activities, bike safety, food, entertainment and more!

For tickets to “An Evening with Greg LeMond Special Guest Kozo Shimano”, please call Jenni Shadle at 661-286-4012. Robinson Ranch is located at 27734 Sand Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91387.

For additional information about the Santa Clarita stage of the Amgen Tour of California please visit www.santa-clarita.com/tourofca.