The Russ Dellen Memorial Ride is back for one last lap on Saturday, July 23. The annual motorcycle ride, presented by Harley-Davidson of Indianapolis, will take riders for an IMPD-escorted loop around Interstate 465.
The event will begin at 10 a.m. at HD of Indy, 12400 Reynolds Drive, Fishers, and the ride will depart at 12:30 p.m. Once back at HD of Indy, riders can enjoy lunch provided by Texas Roadhouse, live music from American Fools Band – A Tribute to John Cougar Mellencamp, and beer and wine for purchase.
The event will also include a raffle for a chance at a three-day pass to the Buffalo Chip concert series during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, S.D. starting Aug. 5. One raffle ticket is included in each bike registration, and additional tickets are available for purchase, with a maximum of 600 tickets sold. Participants must be present to win, but participants do not have to be registered riders. The event will also include a silent auction with a broad range of items from generous sponsors including Ambre, The Drive, Parts Unlimited, and many more.
All proceeds will benefit The Patachou Foundation, a local nonprofit organization that prepares and serves healthy meals to children affected by poverty and hunger and increases their awareness, connection and excitement about food. This is the third year HD of Indy has partnered with The Patachou Foundation.
“My family has spent generations in central Indiana and takes great pride in giving back to the community that has given so much to us,” HD of Indy Co-owner David Dellen said. “We’re also grateful for the support of IMPD in providing us with a safe, escorted ride.”
Tickets are available at HD of Indy or online for $25 each, or two for $40 through July 22. On ride day, tickets will be available onsite for $30, or two for $50. Each ticket includes a Russ Dellen Memorial Ride T-shirt, complimentary lunch, and a raffle ticket.
This will be the final year for the ride, which began in 2009. It was known as the Loop for Life until 2009, when the name was changed to honor the late Russ Dellen, founder of HD of Indy among other automotive groups, and organizer of the ride. While this is the last year for the ride, Dellen’s impact will continue next year in the form of a community-focused event to be held at Harley-Davidson of Indy.
“The Dellen family feels passionately about continuing to both serve the community and honor my father’s legacy,” David Dellen said. “Converting to a community event will allow even those without a bike to safely participate, broadening our impact for those in need.”
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About Harley-Davidson of Indianapolis
Since 1978, Harley-Davidson of Indianapolis has been the premier authorized dealer of both new and pre-owned bikes serving the Indianapolis Metropolitan area. Family owned and operated since its founding, HD of Indy boasts the largest selection of MotorClothes in the state, plus a service department with over 100 years combined service. The dedicated staff at HD of Indy strive to give each individual an unrivaled experience, while offering a family environment for all who walk through their doors. Learn more at hdofindy.com.
About The Patachou Foundation
The Patachou Foundation seeks to cultivate an equitable future for youth by amplifying the value and power of food. Through a radically different and radically better hunger relief model – one that addresses both immediate needs and root causes – The Patachou Foundation serves more than 75,000 scratch-made meals to children in need annually, and each menu is planned with children’s voices at the center. The Foundation, which was established in 2013, also educates youth about cooking skills, food literacy, and healthy habits; empowers teens through a paid workforce development program; and equips schools to create community-centered, sustainable solutions to school food. Learn more at thepatachoufoundation.org.