IMPORTANT RIDE INFORMATION :

When: Saturday, July 14, 2012.

Venue: High Lakes Elementary School

2500 NW High Lakes Loop

Northwest Crossing Neighborhood

Bend, Oregon

(link to Google Map)

Start Times:

100-Mile: 6:00 AM

72-Mile: 8:00 AM*

48-Mile: 8:00 AM*

25-Mile: 9:00 AM

7-Mile: 9:20 AM

*joint start

Go to ‘Route Info‘ for all details.

Focus PT will be leading a pre-ride stretching session at 7:15 am

Registration:

You are able to register for the ride only or order A la Carte from three newly designed shirts.

Options are cotton tee, long sleeve technical tee or Primal Gear cycling jersey. All new for 2012!

Fees:

Adult: $45.00

Child: (15 & under): $15.00

Family: Applies ONLY for 2 adults with up to 4 kids 15 & under: $100.00

Team: NEW this year! Minimum 5 people. Each team member raise $150.00. Registration will include Tour des Chutes cycling jersey and special recognition at the finish line. Please call Leslie at 541-400-0341 for additional details.

Please note: A $10.00 procrastination fee will apply to each registration after July 6, 2012.

  • Pre-registration closes at midnight, July 6. Entries received July 7 or later will be considered late registration.
  • Entry fee includes 1 lunch. Additional lunch tickets may be purchased at $10.00 each. Purchase with registration or at Packet Pick Up.
  • Register early! No guarantees if you wait until July 14th. We have filled up the past 2 years.

Online: Go to ‘Registration’

Shirt Options to purchase:

  • 2012 Tour des Chutes Cotton Tee $10.00 (deadline to order July 1st)
  • 2012 Tour des Chutes Logo Tech Tee $24.00 (deadline to order June 22nd)
  • 2012 Tour des Chutes Cycling Jersey $85.00 (deadline to order April 15th)

*Limited time only. Please note deadlines!

Packet Pick-Up:

Sunnyside Sports: 930 Newport Avenue, Bend, Oregon:

Thursday, July 12, from 4:00-7:00 PM

Friday, July 13, from 11:00 AM-7:00 PM

Event Venue: 2500 NW High Lakes Loop, Bend, Oregon:

Saturday, July 14, from 5:30-8:30 AM ONLY!

OTHER INFORMATION FOR ALL RIDERS:

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 ‘full’ Rest Stops. Water and restrooms ONLY at ‘mini’ 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.

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

WEATHER:

  • For July 14: Average Hi: 81 Low: 47 (Record High: 97 Low: 32)
  • Typical July weather: Sunny, cool early morning with fairly rapid warming between 8:00 and 10:00 AM. Can feel very hot in direct afternoon sun.

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.
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