COLUMBIA, S.C. - Gov. Mark Sanford plans to ride his bicycle from Aiken to Columbia as part of his effort to encourage South Carolinians to exercise more.

The governor is promising a free lunch at the Gov.'s Mansion for those who complete the 60-mile Oct. 9 ride. But it won't be barbecue or fried chicken. The governor will serve a healthy meal, gubernatorial spokesman Joel Sawyer said.

Sanford rode from Spartanburg to Charleston over three weekends last year.

"This is just one more way we hope to encourage people to be a bit more active in their day-to-day lives," Sanford said.

It should be an easy ride for avid bikers, said John Green, owner of Cycle Center.

Those who can keep up with the main pack will have a police escort.

There was only one minor injury among the hundreds of people who rode last year. One rider fell while crossing some railroad tracks.

Water and snacks will be provided at several checkpoints. The governor's office asks participants to register at http://www.scgovernor.com/ to help plan for the provisions.