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Sunday, June 29, 2008
12, 30 and 50 mile routes
A bicycle ride in Pierce County
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Tour de Pierce is a a summer bicycle ride through central Pierce County for fitness and fun, promoting bicycle awareness and safety. Tour de Pierce offers enjoyable cycling from 8:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2008.
The ride begins at the Gold Parking lot of the Western Washington Fairgrounds in Puyallup and winds through Puyallup, Sumner, and adjacent farm lands. A rest stop at Riverside County Park, east of Sumner, will offer light refreshments, entertainment and restrooms for riders.
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The course will be clearly marked with 'Dan Henry' symbols on the roadway. Riders will receive a map of the course the day of the ride.
- The 12-mile route provides a flat, easy ride suitable for families and novice riders.
- A longer 30-mile loop extends the ride past farms, flower fields and scenic views of Pierce County's waterways and Mt. Rainier.
- The 50-mile course travels through parts of Puyallup, Tacoma, Fife, Milton and Sumner.
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Pre-registration fee:
- $10 per person
- $25 per family of four.
- $8 per t-shirt
- Groups of 12 or more that pre-register together, the cost is $5.00 per person. Contact Cara at (253)798-4739 for more information.
- Pre-registration must be received by June 18, 2008
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Day-of-ride Registration:
- $12 per person
- $30 per family
- $15 per t-shirt
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Registration fee includes day-of-ride refreshments and entertainment, and number bib.
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Tour de Pierce starts at the Western Washington Fairgrounds GOLD Parking Lot, located diagonally across from the Puyallup Fair's Corner Entrance on South Meridian and 7th Street in downtown Puyallup. The course opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 3:00 p.m.
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Riders may start anytime between 8 a.m. and 12 noon. Registration will remain open until noon. A sag wagon will sweep the course at the end of the day.
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From I-5 take Exit 127 (SR512 heading eastbound). From 512, take the Meridian Street South Exit. Turn left on Meridian and then turn right on 7th Street to the GOLD parking lot.
The Fairground's GOLD Parking Lot is the designated parking area for Tour de Pierce. It is located on South Meridian and 7th Street in downtown Puyallup. The GOLD parking lot diagonally across the Puyallup Fair's Corner Entrance on Meridian Street. There is no charge for parking.
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SAG WAGON/COMMUNICATIONS
The Tour de Pierce course will be monitored by a sag wagon to assist stranded riders. The sag wagon will sweep the course at the end of the day. Ride monitors will be stationed along the Tour de Pierce route to provide traffic control and emergency assistance. Radio communication will be provided volunteers from ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Services).
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NO TRAINING WHEELS OR TRICYCLES
The Tour de Pierce course is on local roads where traffic will be encountered. No tricycles or training wheels are allowed. It is a parental decision to determine if a child is prepared to ride the Tour de Pierce.
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FOOD
Bring your own water. Each rider should carry a water bottle on the ride. Stores and restaurants can be found along the route in Puyallup, Sumner, Milton and Fife, or bring food from home. Refreshments will be provided to riders at both rest stops.
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COMMEMORATIVE T-SHIRTS
 Tour de Pierce T-shirts will be available to purchase the day of the ride for just $15. (2008 design pictured)
There will be a limited number of T-shirts available at the ride, so you may want to pre-order your shirt to guarantee one.
CLOTHING
Ride in comfortable clothing. Be prepared and bring sun protection and rainwear.
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ABOUT THE PROCEEDS
Tour de Pierce is sponsored by the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department. The proceeds from this ride are used to fund programs for bicycle education and youth in Pierce County.
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QUESTIONS ABOUT TOUR DE PIERCE?
Contact Cara by e-mail at ccross@co.pierce.wa.us or by phone at 253-798-4739 for more information.
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The Good Samaritan Hospital's Celebrate Seniority will be selling custom fit bike helmets at the Tour de Pierce bike from 8 AM - 12 Noon.
Bike and multisport helmets will be available for kids and adults. Bike helmets range from $6.00-$10.00 depending on the helmet model. The person who will be wearing the helmet must be present for a custom fit.
A limited number of bike helmets will be available at the Gold Parking lot across from the Puyallup Fairgrounds corner entrance on Meridian Street and 7th Street.
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Tour de Pierce riders are required to wear CPSC approved helmets.
IT IS THE LAW! Wear a helmet every time you ride. It could save your life!
Wearing a helmet every time you ride can reduce the risk of a head injury by 85%. Be head smart and wear a helmet every time you ride a bike, rollerblade or skateboard.
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Special thanks to all our sponsors: Bike Tech, Tacoma Wheelmen's Bicycle club, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mountain Mist, Oberto, Pierce County Human Resources, and Powerade.
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Would you as an individual, business or organization, like to be one of the official sponsors for the Tour de Pierce. For more information on how you can be involved, contact Scott, Superintendent of Recreation, at (253)798-4006.
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