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Frequently Asked Questions

Q - When is the Tour?
A - Saturday, April 17th.

Q - How much is it?
A - Adult Registration (per rider) is $TBD. Family Registration is $TBD.


Q - When can I register?
A - Registration will open in December 15th, 2009.

Q - How do I register?
A - Instructions are available at www.actc.org/tb/tb_info.php

Q - When I've registered do I get an information package?
A - No, your wrist band, pin, and route sheet will be mailed to you before the event. You can pickup any ordered t-shirts and jerseys the day of the event.

Q - How many riders are accepted?
A - Registration is limited to 2000 riders.

Q - How late can I register?
A - Registration closes when 2000 have registered.

Q - Can minors register?
A - No. Minors must be registered on the application of a paying adult (age 18+) who is their parent or legal guardian. The minor must also carry a signed medical release and ride in the company of parent or guardian.

Q - Can I transfer my registration?
A - If you are registered and you can not join us, you can transfer your registration to another person. Please provide them with a statement that you are doing the transfer and authorize them to pick-up any clothing you have pre-ordered. The new rider then needs to complete the applicaiton and bring it, along with your authorization, to the help desk on the day of the ride.

Q - Where is the Tour held?
A - All routes start at Gavilan College, 5055 Santa Teresa Blvd, Gilroy, CA 95020

Q - What routes are there?

A - The routes for 2009 will be:
  60K has 990 feet of climbing and two rest stops.
100K has 2350 feet of climbing and two rest stops.
100 Mile has 6180 feet of climbing and five rest stops.
200K has 6490 feet of climbing and six rest stops.
All routes end up back at Gavilan College.

Q - What time can I sign in to begin riding?
A - 200K and 100 Mile riders between 7:00 am and 8:00 am.
100K and 60K between 8:00 am and 9:00 am.

Q - What is the latest time that I can start riding?
A - 9:30 am, as sign-in closes at 9 am. If you start later you risk finding rest stops closed.


Q - If I sign up for one route can I change my mind on the day of the ride?
A - Yes.

Q - What kind of bike will I need?
A - We recommend a well maintained multi-speed bicycle (triple chain rings are advised for the longer options).

Q - Is there a hot meal at the end of the tour?
A - Yes, it is served in the Student Center at Gavilan College, 12n to 5pm.

Q - Are there campgrounds or motels nearby?
A - Check the following links:
www.usa-lodging.com/motels/califn/Gilroy.htm
www.gilroyvisitor.org/lodging.asp

Q - Are showers available after the ride?
A - No, you may be able to make arrangements with the motel at which you stayed overnight.

Q - Is there SAG support?
A - Yes, all routes are patrolled by SAG vehicles. When the course closes at 5pm any riders still on the course will be picked up by SAG and transported to Gavilan College.


If you have any questions not answered here please e-mail them to TierraBella@actc.org


This page was last updated on April 22, 2009
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