The Ride

AID STATION HOURS:

Cline Falls State Park: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Alpaca Country Estate: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Smith Rock State Park: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tumalo School: 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM

General TdC Routes Overview for the 25, 50, 75, and 100 mile rides.

Details for the 7 mile ride: TdC 7 Mile Map.

Tour des Chutes Century/100-Miler:

This route uses 18 miles of the Sisters-Smith Rock State Scenic Bikeway. The course winds its way from Bend to Lower Bridge Road and the Scenic Bikeway using mostly low traffic country roads passing large farm and ranch land with some beautiful views of several Cascade Peaks. Once on the Lower Bridge Road, the ride offers some great high desert scenery, a few climbs, lots of rolling terrain, and some possible sidebar entertainment as it stops at the large Alpaca ranch. At Redmond, you will head out on a loop with breath taking views to Smith Rock Park. Turning south, the route traverses the agricultural area west of Redmond, and zig-zags its way back to the town of Tumalo using low traffic rural roads with more sweeping views of the Cascade mountains to the West. From Tumalo, the route gently climbs back to Bend and the well earned Post Ride Party at the venue.

Link to Map

Total Gain: 3873ft. Follow the WHITE arrows on the road.

• 6:00 AM start!  Are we kidding?  NO, we want you back for the great food and music at the Post Ride Party before it closes @ 3:00 PM.
• This is a challenging Century, and may take longer than you anticipate.
• If you can’t average 15mph on the flats, we recommend the 75- miler.
• No cell phone coverage on Lower Bridge Rd.
• Please follow the rules of the road. Our permits and reputation depend on it.

75-Miler:

This route uses 18 miles of the Sisters-Smith Rock State Scenic Bikeway.  The course winds its way from Bend to Lower Bridge Road and the Scenic Bikeway, passing farm areas with some beautiful views of several Cascade Peaks.  Once on Lower Bridge Road, the ride offers some great high desert scenery, a few climbs, rolling terrain, and some possible sidebar entertainment as it stops at a a large Alpaca ranch.  Turning south, the route traverses the agricultural area west of Redmond, and zig-zags its way back to the town of Tumalo, using low-traffic rural roads.  More amazing Cascade views.  From Tumalo, the route gently climbs back to Bend, and the Post Ride Party.

Special note:  This route contains an unavoidable 2.5-mile section of heavily traveled Hwy. 20.  Use caution and ride single file!

Link to Map

50-Miler:

This route uses a majority of the State Scenic Bikeway Twin Bridges Loop.  Fast rolling terrain, great mountain views, lots of farm and ranch land on mostly low-traffic roads highlight this ride.  A pleasant pause on the Deschutes River at the Cline Falls State Park rest stop marks the halfway point.  A quick climb back out of the canyon, and its more rolling terrain and great views as the route winds its way back to the town of Tumalo.  From here, its a gentle climb back to Bend and the Post Ride Party.

Total gain:  2340 feet.          Follow the BLUE arrows on the road.

• 8:00 AM start.  Perfect.
• A NEWER ROUTE CHANGE eliminates 3.6 miles of the Old Bend-Redmond Hwy.  The newer route has MUCH less traffic and is definitely MORE scenic.  Enjoy!
• Please follow the rules of the road. Our permits and reputation depend on it.

Link to Map

25-Miler:

The route heads out towards Shevlin Park on wide-shouldered Shevlin Park Road.  After a quick climb out of the canyon, the route passes through Juniper and Pine forests along Johnson Road.  The next 11 miles are enjoyable, as the gentle rolling terrain of low-traffic country roads take you past agricultural land and great Cascade views.  After a refreshing pause at the Tumalo rest stop, its a climb back to Bend and the Post Ride Party.

Total gain:  1343 feet.          Follow the ORANGE arrows on the road.

• 9:00 AM start
• Other than the climb out of Shevlin canyon, the first 16 miles to Tumalo rest stop are a piece o’ cake.
• Use caution when crossing Hwy. 20!
• Please follow the rules of the road. Our permits and reputation depend on it.

Link to Map

7-Miler:

This is a family-friendly loop through the Broken Top neighborhood in Bend, suitable for almost anyone!  The route travels to Broken Top using Mt. Washington Drive, and loops through BT on paved paths, then retraces its way back to the venue.  Safety riders follow to ensure no rider is left behind.

Total gain: 130 feet

• 9:30 AM start
• Please follow the rules of the road. Our permits and reputation depend on it.
• Records:  Youngest solo rider:  4 years old!   Oldest rider:  92 years young!
• You’ll be the first ones back to the Post Ride Party!

TdC 7 Mile Map

Packet Pick-up:

*ONE LOCATION ONLY. ONE DAY ONLY*

FRIDAY, July 13th, 11:00 AM -7:00 PM

Worthy Brewing 
495 NE Bellevue Dr
Bend, OR

You may also pick up your packet day of event at venue beginning at 5:30 AM.

If room still available you may register onsite beginning at 5:30 AM.

Please enjoy! Ride, talk and eat! Remember this is a ride NOT a race! Always remember to drink plenty of fluids during the day.

CHOOSE YOUR RIDE:

• Know your abilities and limitations. It’s ok to challenge yourself, just be realistic.  Don’t pick the Century if your longest training ride is 25 miles.

• After the ride is a GREAT Post Ride Party with good food, live music and vendor village.  Pick a ride that gets you back early enough to enjoy it!

• SLOWER riders can start early.  Be aware that Rest Stop hours and sag support begins for each route at it’s official start time.

• YOU CAN CHANGE YOUR MIND AND DO A DIFFERENT ROUTE DAY OF EVENT!  Just be aware of start times and Rest Stop hours (noted on the maps), and let family know if you’ll be later than expected.

ROADS:

• Whatever route you pick, the majority of mileage is on low-traffic, rural roads.

COURSE MARKING:

• Course maps and cue sheets are available on-line or at registration.  Print or pick one up, get familiar with your chosen route, and refer to it often.

• All routes are marked by arrows, and color varies with each route.  Make a note of your route’s arrow color.

• Turns are marked on the road with 2 arrows before and 1 arrow after each directional change.

• Please be attentive and FOLLOW THE  ARROWS!  Don’t automatically follow the cyclist in front of you…they might be out for a completely different ride!

• You will also see directional yellow TdC signs on the course.  These SUPPLEMENT the arrows, but don’t replace them!

REST STOPS:

• There will be snacks, beverages, and restroom facilities at all Rest Stops.

• Please note the posted Rest Stop hours on your map.

• Rest Stop hours also mark the official closing of the course to that point.  There will be no further sag support.

SAG VEHICLES:

• Each route is patrolled by a sag vehicle identified by a white TdC flag.

• The sag driver will transport you and your bike, if necessary.                                            

• Sags carry extra tubes, tire pumps, some food and fluid.  They are NOT mechanics.

• Be aware some portions of any route may not have cell phone coverage.

• Sag support on each course segment ends with corresponding Rest Stop closure.

MEDICAL SUPPORT:

TdC has teamed up with ADVENTURE MEDICS to help provide medical support during the ride:

• Each route will be patrolled by a certified Paramedic or EMT riding a custom motorcycle
• There will be a Medical tent staffed with two EMT’s located at the Cline Falls Aid Station.
• In case of an emergency please dial 911 first and then AdvMed.
• AdvMed number is 541-639-9993.
• Adventure Medics carry full advanced life support medications and equipment similar to local ambulances and will often times be a faster response than local 911.
• If you do not think an ambulance is necessary but are concerned about someone call AdvMed.

MECHANICAL SUPPORT:

• Limited mechanical support will be available at the venue and various spots on course.

• If you have a mechanical breakdown and are unable to continue, we will transport you to the nearest Rest Stop, and to the Venue.

PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST:

• Helmet: Mandatory!    (a helmet mirror is a good idea!)

• Bicycle:  In good working condition:  check brakes, cables, tires

• Accoutrements:
  • extra tubes
  • patch kit                                                                                            
  • pump
  • filled water bottles
  • identification & emergency contact #
  • ride number
  • bike shoes
  • cycling gloves
  • sunglasses
  • sunscreen
  • anti-chafing cream
  • medical ID bracelet, if needed
  • cell phone (charged)
  • cash

• (Consider: wind breaker, removable sleeves, layering.)

WEATHER:

• For July 14th:  Average Hi: 81  Low: 47     (Record High: 97  Low: 32)

• Typical July weather:  Sunny, cool early morning with fairly rapid warming between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.  Can feel very hot in direct afternoon sun.

• Bend Weather:  http://www.bendweather.com/

ROAD ETIQUETTE AND SAFETY:  PLEASE READ!

• The Tour des Chutes is a RIDE NOT A RACE.

• Helmets are mandatory.

• Stop at all stop signs and obey all traffic laws.

• We highly encourage you to RIDE SINGLE FILE as far right as possible.

• NEVER ride more than 2 abreast even on rural country roads.  Please respect this, as our permits depend on your compliance!! We have to insist on this as the course is not closed to traffic!

• Observe good road manners and communicate with riders around you.  Leave adequate stopping distance between riders.

• Use hand and verbal signals when turning or slowing down.   (The ‘Bird’ hand signal is not TdC approved…)

• Have your bike in good condition – including brakes, cables, and tires.

• All riders should carry identification, including your emergency contact phone number.  If you have a medical alert bracelet please wear it.

• All children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

• In case of an emergency, dial 911.

• Help keep Central Oregon beautiful, please do not litter.

LODGING

If you’re traveling to Bend to ride, run or walk with Tour des Chutes please let Visit Bend assist you!

Tour des Chutes Party Pack 

(included with every registration)

Kick Off Party at Deschutes Brewery: May 10th, 2018, 5:00 – 7:00PM. Register at Deschutes Brewery Pub downtown during our kick-off party  and receive a complimentary pint, snacks, sign up for drawings and socializing with other participants

Worthy No Quit Wit Party: July 13th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Pick up your ride packet on July 13th (packet pickup ends at 7:00 PM), enjoy a complimentary pint of a limited release beer brewed especially to honor Gary Bonacker, founder of Tour des Chutes. Also enjoy snacks, bid on fantastic silent auction items and relax to tunes provided by Parlour.

Pancake Party for our COPA Family 5K participants: July 14th, 8:30-10:30 AM. Participants will return to venue for fresh pancakes and cold chocolate milk from Eberhard’s.

Burrito Bar for our cyclists: July 14th, 11:00 AM- 3:00 PM. As always you will return from your long ride and enjoy live music and fresh burrito bar from LongBoard Louie’s Eastside.

Live music line up:

TBD

Where do we pick up our packet?

PACKET PICK UP AT WORTHY BREWING.  

July 13th, 11:00 AM- 7:00 PM

Worthy Brewing, 495 NE Bellevue Dr., Bend, OR 97701

Where do we start?

Saturday, July 14th, 2018 5:30 AM-9:00 AM

Pacific Crest Middle School 
3030 NW Elwood Ln
Bend, OR