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YO! Just lettin' ya know that this event occurred in the past. So don't go planning your day around this one.

WHEN

Sat Jun 07 2014 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM

WHERE

YMCA Healthy Living Center
Clive, IA

WHO

American Diabetes Association

Description

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Distance - 2.5 Family Fun Ride, 25,50,100 miles

Tour de Cure is more than just a cycling event. It's a life-changing event. A day full of fun and excitement where riders of all levels join forces in the fight to STOP DIABETES and raise critical funds for diabetes research, education and advocacy in support of the American Diabetes Association.

NEW:  2014 Tour de Cure Family Ride Hosted by Scheels on Friday, June 6th!

All Registered Riders for Saturday’s100, 50 and 20 mile routes that have met the fundraising minimum of $200 are able to participate with their families in the Family Ride Friday night at no charge! Families wishing to participate in the Family Ride that are not registered for Saturday’s events require a minimum donation of $25 per family to ride. The Family Ride check in will be from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm and the Ride will start at 6:00 pm and end at 7:00pm.

Scheels is located at 101 Jordan Creek Pkwy #4000, West Des Moines, IA 50266. Scheels will be presenting their Strider Bike Program for kids ages 1-5. Strider Bikes give children the feel for riding and balancing on a bike without the added difficulty of using pedals. There will also be Scheels experts on hand for proper bike and helmet fittings.

NEW:   2014 Tour de Cure Packet Pick Up Hosted by Scheels on Friday, June 6th outside in the Scheels Tent!

Packet Pick Up from 4:00pm- 7:00pm. Packet Pick Up will be at Scheels located at
101 Jordan Creek Pkwy #4000, West Des Moines, IA 50266.

Every Registered Rider Day of Event will receive our NEW DRI-FIT Tour de Cure T-SHIRTS!



The Tour is a ride, not a race. Whether you are an occasional rider or an experienced cyclist, there is a route just for you.

So take the Ride of Your Life and Register Today!

Tour de Cure is more than just a cycling event. It's a life-changing event. A day full of fun and excitement where riders of all levels join forces in the fight to Stop Diabetes® and raise critical funds for diabetes research, education and advocacy in support of the American Diabetes Association.

So take the Ride of Your Life and sign up today!

- See more at: http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?fr_id=9386&pg=entry#sthash.GtqJv3Xs.dpuf

Tour de Cure is more than just a cycling event. It's a life-changing event. A day full of fun and excitement where riders of all levels join forces in the fight to Stop Diabetes® and raise critical funds for diabetes research, education and advocacy in support of the American Diabetes Association.

So take the Ride of Your Life and sign up today!

- See more at: http://main.diabetes.org/site/TR?fr_id=9386&pg=entry#sthash.GtqJv3Xs.dpuf

Route

The Central Iowa Tour de Cure begins at the YMCA Healthy Living Center in Clive. Our four route options are designed to appeal to all skill levels. 

Routes include:

 2.5 Family Fun Ride Our family-friendly Fun Ride is accessible to all ages and fitness levels and is located on a protected bike path near Scheels in West Des Moines, IA. Scheels will be presenting their Strider Bike Program for kids ages 1-5. Strider Bikes give children the feel for riding and balancing on a bike without the added difficulty of using pedals. There will also be Scheels experts on hand for proper bike and helmet fittings

 25 Mile Ride Our 25 Mile Ride offers a moderate challenge while being safe and scenic.  Frequent rest stops and plenty of SAG patrols make this ride a great choice for the beginner to intermediate cyclist.

 50 Mile Ride Our 50 Mile Ride is the perfect choice for the intermediate to advanced cyclist.  Full route support ensures a safe ride from start to finish.

 100 Mile Ride Our 100 Mile Century is a true test of endurance – best suited for the experienced cyclist.  100 miles on the Corridor’s best roads guarantee an unforgettable experience.

Venue

YMCA Healthy Living Center

12493 University Ave
Clive, IA 50325
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Registration

The fundraising minimum for the Central Iowa Tour event is: $200

 It’s easy to put the FUN back in FUNdraising, if you follow just a few simple steps!

1.       Personalize your webpage, upload a picture and share your story!

2.       Send out an email to all of your friends, family & co-workers and include a link to your personal webpage.

3.       Write a personal letter to all of those you do business with and include a self-addressed stamped envelope for them to send you a donation.

4.       Work with a local restaurant or bar to have a benefit night on your team’s behalf for the Tour de Cure.

5.       Put up a Tour de Cure poster in your office and ask your co-workers to either sponsor you or ride with you!

Contact

shamilton@diabetes.org

ajohnson@diabetes.org

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