Sunday, August 15, 2010
9:00 AM Start time
Rotary Park
Middleton, Nova Scotia

Ride the picturesque rolling hills of the Annapolis Valley; wonderful views, fun terrain and terrific people. A ride for all levels and experience:

Details

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The Ride

Sunday, 15 August, 2010, starting at 0900 at Middleton’s Rotary Raceway Park.

The route consists of 3 loops; counter clockwise from Middleton to Bridgetown (25km from Middleton, 50km route), clockwise from Bridgetown to Annapolis Royal (50km from Middleton, 100km route) and counter clockwise from Annapolis Royal to Raven Haven park (60km loop, 160km route) and return to Annapolis Royal.

The 50km and 100km routes have some rolling hills and follow the same route as last year’s event. For those riding the full century ride this year offers a new challenge. The 60k loop beyond Annapolis Royal is home to long steady climb at the 50km to 80km mark; well worth the effort. See the link below for a Map My Ride route and check show elevation: http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/canada/ns/middleton/769126818142088689

There is also a 25, loop counter clockwise from Middleton out and back.

Food Stops

Food stops are located every 25-30k; Bridgetown (Jubilee Park), Annapolis Royal (Town Hall), and Raven Haven Park approximately half way through the 60K loop. Washrooms and much needed fluids along with special treats courtesy of the Town of Bridgetown, the Town of Annapolis Royal and the County of Annapolis will be provided. The final food stop will be in Middleton at the completion of the ride. Refreshments and a BBQ will be provided to help with the recovery.

Timings

The ride will start promptly at 0900 hrs. Registration will stop at 0830 for a pre-ride briefing and commence again after 0900 for those arriving late. This is not a race, however, there is an expectation that you are able to complete the route you choose to ride in a reasonable amount of time. Volunteers will be staffing the food stops and they will be open during the following times.

Raven Haven: 1130 – 1330
Annapolis Royal: 1030 - 1500
Bridgetown: 0930 - 1600
Middleton: when the last rider arrives

If you choose to start you ride after the designated start time you are welcome to do so however keep in mind the food stops will close at the above stated times and you will be responsible for ensuring you are self sufficient should you be riding after these times.

Registration

$25 in person
$25 on line ($23+$2 reg fee)
Registration includes shirt and swag bag

Pre-registration on line is strongly encouraged.
Registration will be available ride day, however please arrive early as the registration will close while the pre-ride briefing is conducted.
The ride will start on time regardless for people waiting to register.

Safety

It is strongly recommended you carry a cell phone; contact numbers for event volunteers will be provided. In the event of an accident where medical or police are required call 911.

All participants must ensure they have a well maintain bicycle and the physical fitness to complete the distance they choose.

We will not be tracking each participant. If you are riding along please notify staff at registration and ensure staff are advised when you complete your ride, especially if you stop riding before returning to Middleton. If you are riding in a group please ensure you make arrangements should you be separated to ensure you account for all group members.

Rules of the road apply. The Motor Vehicle Act states:
(3) No person shall ride a bicycle on a highway except as near as practicable to the extreme right of the main travelled portion of the highway and no person shall ride a bicycle abreast of or generally parallel to another bicycle in motion on the highway except for the purpose of passing any such other bicycle. R.S., c. 293, s. 171; revision corrected. This does not mean on the shoulder, nor does it mean on the edge of the road if the road is unsafe (pot holes/broken edges). It doesn’t matter who is in the right when a car hits a bike – Please ride safe!

What You Need

A bike and the desire to have fun.

You should carry the necessities for basic repairs such as flat tires, a water bottle(s) to get from food stop to food stop. For safety reasons is it suggested that you carry a cell phone. We will have a support vehicle for major breakdowns and/or accidents; not for tired riders. Bring a lawn chair for afterwards.

¼ Century – 25km
½ Century – 50km
Metric Century – 100km
Full Century – 160km

See Routes on Google

 Download your own map 3.64 Mb

Mark your calendars
You can register online by visiting HERE

 Or you can download a Registration form.