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Rider Manual
Important Dates:
- Pedal-Off Reception: DATE: Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at the Larchmont Yacht Club, Larchmont, NY (Snow date is TBD)
- Commitment Date for Riders: March 15th, 2008
- Pasta Blow-Out Reception: Thursday, June 5, 2008, LeChateau, South Salem, NY
- Tour Starts: Friday, June 6, 2008, Patterson, NY (approximately 9am)
- Return Home- Sunday June 8, 2008, Patterson, NY (approximately 5pm)
Riders stay at one of three inns in the Lenox, MA area. Rooms are assigned by Tom Hay several weeks in advance of the ride. The three inns are:
Registration and Fundraising
By registering to ride in the Bresnan Bike Tour, each rider agrees to raise at least $2,000. Riders can pay the full amount themselves or seek contributions from supporters. All checks must be made payable to the “Special Olympics New York (SONY)- Hudson Valley Region”.
Because space is limited on this event and we must make certain commitments to assure adequate resources for all riders and crew well in advance of the ride all riders must post a $400 donation commitment fee to hold their place in the ride. We prefer to hold a credit card number and will be taking that information at the Pedal-Off reception. If a rider has to cancel their participation in the ride after the March 15th commitment date, they will forfeit the $400. If the rider participates in the event and fails to raise the minimum $2,000 required, the remainder owed will be charged to their credit card (unless other arrangements have been made). If you participate in the ride and raise the $2,000 nothing will charged to your credit card. We also expect riders to make an effort to have the bulk of their funds raised prior to the June 6th start date.
Pit Stops
On Friday, our first pit stop is in Kent, CT, about 24 miles from our start in Patterson, NY. We then proceed to Salisbury, CT for lunch, approximately 20 miles away. Throughout the ride, vans will be positioned periodically along the way to provide water, sport drinks, and light snacks. On Saturday, the first pit stop is outside Williamstown, MA approximately 24 miles from our start in Lenox. We then ride north to Vermont and circle back for lunch at the Williamstown Inn, about 20 miles from the first pit stop. Again, vans will be all along the route to replenish fluids and snacks. You can also place a daypack in any of the vans if you need access to your gear during the course of the day. Medical staff and repair technicians will be leapfrogging the route in vans throughout the day. Vans are also equipped with spare tubes and pumps.
SAG Assistance
Support vehicles will follow the riders throughout the day. If you are injured or unable to continue, give a “thumbs down” to signal them to stop. The SAG vehicle will transport injured riders and those unable to continue riding to pit stops further along the route or to the finish.
Bicycle Repair
Repair technicians will be available along the route in vans and on bicycle to assist with minor repairs. Use the “thumbs down” signal to flag a tech vehicle if you need assistance on the road. You should be sure to have your bike tuned a few weeks prior to the ride so you avoid major problems and breakdowns.
Medical Emergency
As with any emergency you should attempt to dial 911, if possible. Also, immediately report any medical emergency to Bresnan Bike Tour staff and volunteers at pit stops or on the SAG vehicle. The SAG vehicle and pit stops will be equipped with cellular phones and radios. They will have detailed information on local hospitals, emergency facilities, police, and fire departments.
Weather
In the event of rain or inclement weather, the Bresnan Bike Tour supervisors will use their judgment to determine if conditions are safe for the ride to continue. The Tour supervisors reserve the right to cancel the ride at any time if they feel that conditions are unsafe. Riders must comply with the instructions and directions of the Tour supervisors. When riding in rain or less than optimal conditions, riders must exercise caution.
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