FAQs

Packet Pick-Up:

Sunnyside Sports, 930 Newport Ave., Bend, OR 97701.

July 10, Thursday, 4-7:00 PM

July 11, Friday, 11:00 AM- 7:00 PM

High Lakes Elementary School, 2500 NW High Lakes Loop, Bend, OR 97701

July 12, Saturday, 5:30 AM-8:30 AM

• How do I get to the venue?
  • Click here for the Google Map to High Lakes Elementary School, Bend, OR.

• Is there parking at the venue?
  • Yes, there is plenty of parking available on the streets surrounding High Lakes Elementary School. Please remember this is a residential neighborhood, and our rides start early! And please leave pets at home…we love them but they don’t belong at this Venue. For sure they won’t like being in a hot car.

• What if I can’t get to packet pick-up before July 12^th?
  • The Registration tent will be open from 5:30-8:30 AM at the venue on day of (July 12^th).

• If I wait until July 12^thto register, will I be able to ride?
  • If we are not full. This is our 10th Anniversary and expect to fill early. Register NOW.

• Can we ride our tandem, 3-wheeler, or pull our kids in a ‘pull along’?
  • Yes. And check out our Family fee special. Remember, both riders on a tandem need to register, for liability and services reasons.

• Can I ride wearing 1 earbud (or 2)?
  • We discourage anything that may distract you, or keep you from hearing other riders or cars. If you need to check, answer, or make a call on your cell phone, please pull off the road and stop.

• Where can we stay?
  • Click here for great housing / hotel options in Bend, Oregon.

• Is there camping at the venue?
  • No, we don’t have camping available at the school, but click here for area camping options.

• How can my ‘non-cycling’ friends and family members participate?
  • Click here to Volunteer … be sure to buy an extra lunch(s) at packet pick-up. And we always welcome finish-line cheerleaders!

• I’d like to support Tour des Chutes, but can’t do the ride on July 12th…is there something else I can do?
  • Please feel free to go to our Volunteer page.
  • Cheerleaders always welcome at finish line.
  • You can also make a donation to TdC on the ‘Donation’ drop down.

• Is my registration fee tax deductible?
  • Your entry fee may not be 100% tax deductible. Check with your accountant.

• I missed the deadline to order a TdC Cycling Jersey and/or Tech Tee…can I still get one?
  • You can order a Jersey at Packet Pick-Up on July 10th and 11th or at the Venue on July 12th, for delivery in 6-10 weeks.

• Who do I contact with my other questions?
  • Contact us here