Danielson to host junior's race series, charity event

Discovery Channel rider Tom Danielson, in association with the American Cycling Association, is holding the "Junior Cup Series" of races throughout Colorado this year. It is a series of 10 races in five age divisions for both boys and girls.

To help get the ball rolling and generate some further funding, Danielson is hosting a special fundraising night this Wednesday, January 17, featuring an array of American cycling celeb's and a silent auction of memorabilia. Scheduled to appear include Danielson, MTB legend Ned Overend, Giro d'Italia winner Andy Hampsten, seven-time TdF rider Ron Keifel, as well as 1984 Olympics gold medallists, Alexi Grewal and Connie Carpenter. The night will be hosted by Michael Aisner, the promoter of the Coors Classic.