Costs:
Full weekend - $125.00 - includes: Friday reception, 2 lunches, 1 dinner,
rest stops with refreshments, 1 bottle of wine, 1 long sleeve T-shirt, cue
sheets, SAG, insurance. (The PVG cycling jersey is $65.00O (For the other
pricing options, please go to the entry
form or the on line
sign up site.)
Location:
We start and end each day's events at The
Lodge at Geneva in Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH
Cancellations and Refunds: There will be NO cancellations or refunds
after August 1, 2010. Any refund up until that time will forfeit a $30.00
administration fee.
Non-riding Guests : We welcome non-riding guests for the weekend.
They may join you for lunch(es) or dinner. Please consult the web site or
entry form for costs. There are also special tours, etc. for guests who
do not ride.
Volunteers : Our volunteeers have a lot of fun! We offer dinner,
lunch, and a T-shirt for your assistance! If you are not planning on riding
and want to volunteer, please email
me!
The
event basics:
- Friday evening 7-10pm reception at The Lodge at
Geneva State Park - pick up ride package, sample wines, meet other riders.
- Saturday
- 2 ride distance choices (45 or 65 miles); lunch, and dinner (new location
- to be determined)
- Sunday
- 1 ride distance (approximately 40 miles OR new canoe option (details to
follow)
lunch, reception at Ferrante Winery 1-6pm
The details:
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1. When
does the ride start each morning?
Registration will open each morning at 7:30am. You can begin riding
at your leisure each day.
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2. Are
the roads patrolled?
Yes the roads are patrolled by SAG vehicles during the ride. These vehicles
are there to help if you have a mechnical breakdown or cannot complete the
ride. If your bicycle cannot be repaired on the road, you will be taken
back to the Lodge OR to the nearest rest stop to be shuttled back to the
start. IF THERE IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY, CALL 911 You will also be provided
with a cell phone number to call for other than medical emergencies.
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3. Are
the roads marked?
Yes. The roads will be marked with arrows before AND after a turn. If there
is a long straightaway, there will be no extra markings. Unless you see
OUR arrows (colors will be announced before the ride) DO NOT TURN. You will
also be given a "cue sheet" each day that details each road, the
mileage, and every turn. If we are able, we will upload all the data to
a GPS website for downloading. You will also be provided with a cue sheet
daily. GPS downloads may be made available this year.
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4. When
is lunch served?
Lunch stops open at 10:30am each morning and run until 2:30pm.
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5. When
is dinner served?
Dinner location to be determined. Details to follow.
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6. Is
there a dress code for Friday's reception?
Yes, Wear clothes!
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7. Can
I buy extra wine?
Of course! Details on wine will be available shortly. There are no wine
sales on Sundays until 1:00pm.
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8. Are
the intersections monitored for traffic?
No. As a responsible cyclist, you are expected to stop at stop signs and
obey traffic lights. Use signals when turning and use "cycling etiquette"
when passing other riders. Call out road hazards when you see them, warn
others of impending issues, and be watchful. Try to hold your line and not
cut off other cyclists. You must wear a helmet during the ride!
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9. What
is the terrain like?
For the most part, the terrain on Saturday is flat to rolling. Sunday has
some decent sized hills. More importantly, most of the beautiful covered
bridges sit on roads that are less than perfect - some even have a lot of
gravel. And, while we have tried to keep you OFF gravel, many roads are
rough. It is our strong suggestion that if you are riding a road bike,
you choose the widest tire your bicycle can handle. At a minimum, we
suggest 25mm width; 28mm or 32mm is better. You can absolutely ride narrower
tires, but you will have to be much more careful about the handling of your
bicycle on some of the roads. Your cue sheet will have warnings of rough
roads, railroad crossings, etc. Be mindful!
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10. What
happens if it rains?
We ride! However, if it is cold, please bring the appropriate riding clothes.
This may include arm warmers, leg warmers, tights, a jacket or vest, and
warm socks. If you have problems with cold hands and ears, use long-fingered
gloves and an earband. It is very easy to stay warm (and mostly dry) with
the right clothing. Bring an extra change of clothes (in addition to what
you THOUGHT you might need) and 2 extra pair of socks. Of course, none of
this is going to be necessary as the weather is going to be perfect!
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Do You
Have Another Question? Email me and
I'll post it!