April 21 – 23, 2023
Join America's Most Inspiring Cycling Event.
Join national non-profit World T.E.A.M. in our annual Face of America cycling challenge to Gettysburg’s historic Civil War battlefields on April 21 – 23, 2023 presented by American Portfolios.
Ride
EMPOWER yourself to pedal 106 miles in two days through Maryland to Gettysburg’s historic Civil War battlefields alongside our nation’s military heroes, or ride virtually on your own route!
Connect
ENGAGE our growing World T.E.A.M. community of caring people, both able-bodied and adaptive, who ride in honoring military veterans and first responders who have given so much in their service.
Support
By raising funds to support World TEAM, you will ENABLE our organization to serve both adaptive and able-bodied athletes through inclusive athletic programs all over the country.
Our 2023 Fundraising Leaders
Exceptional Athletes
Carlos Rodríguez
Sgt. Carlos Rodriguez was a career United States Marine when he was injured in a SCUD attack in 1991 during Operation Desert Storm. His injuries included back and knee damage, Muscle Skeleton Disorder, asthma, nerve damage, PTS and hepatitis of the liver due to chemical exposure.
Meet our featured athletes
Face of America includes exceptional athletes from all backgrounds. Here are profiles of a few remarkable athletes who will be participating or who have ridden to Gettysburg in past years.
About The Challenge
World T.E.A.M. is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that creates inspiring athletic challenges for both adaptive and able-bodied participants. These inclusive programs empower individuals with confidence through enabling each athlete to overcome physical, emotional and technical challenges. The Face of America cycling challenge, presented by American Portfolios, honors the sacrifices military veterans make in service to their country and the exceptional dedication and determination of adaptive athletes. Funds raised through donations from participants, family, friends, and colleagues support all World T.E.A.M. programs nationally.
