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Event Highlights
Tour de Cure is more than just a cycling event. It's a life-changing event. A day full of fun and excitement where riders of all levels join forces in the fight to Stop Diabetes® and raise critical funds for diabetes research, education and advocacy in support of the American Diabetes Association.
The Rochester Tour de Cure features routes of different lengths for riders of all skill levels. There's something for everyone from a leisurely 3 mile Family Ride all the way up to the challenge of the 100 mile Century ride. Either way, Tour de Cure is a ride, not a race, so take it at your own speed and enjoy the journey.
All of our Tour de Cure routes are safe and fully supported with route marshals, SAG vehicles, mechanical support, and rest stops stocked with hydration and a variety of snacks to keep you fueled. At the finish, you will be welcomed with cheering volunteers, great food and more! So take the Ride of Your Life and sign up today!
2013 Routes:
The Tour de Cure prides itself on being a safe and fun ride. All our routes are marked by color directional signs depending on your route.
Rest stops are waiting for you every 10 - 12 miles and there is full support from bike shop mechanics in case you need some help with a flat tire.
A link to our route maps is to your right. Stay tuned for GPS files.
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Champions To Stop Diabetes
When you ride in Tour de Cure, you take part in something unique. You join the ranks of some of the most passionate people in the country people who care about cycling, health and, above all, finding a cure for diabetes.
If you raise $1,000 or more for a local Tour de Cure you will automatically become a Champion to Stop Diabetes and will receive special recognition on the weekend of the event, along with special perks all year long!
Congratulations to our current 2013 Champions!
Jay Wright, Steve Sanow, Dave Lamb
Onno Kluyt, Howard Kravetz, Chris Spaker,
Cynthia Harmon, Les Eisenberg, Bradford Berk
Tony Casciani,Steven Morrell, James Tabbi
Tom DeRoller, Peggi Mort, Bradley Boyer
Tyler Savage, Jim Lill, Gregory Danylak
Matt Devine, Thomas Dioguardi, Lindy Zulick
Gerald Salamone, Matthew Dobbins, Veronica Gervase
Robert Podlena, Dennis Wurster, Scott Ladin,
Gary Gianforti,Richard Yates, Stephen D'Amico
Andrew Henke, Wende Cleary
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Do you or someone you know have diabetes?
Thousands of people with diabetes participate in Tour as "Red Riders". Red Riders are the reason we ride—they are given a jersey to proudly wear on the day of the event.
Beyond the recognition, Red Riders are part of a community that inspires us to ride and raise money to Stop Diabetes. The purpose of the Red Riders is to support everyone who lives with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and showcase the courage it takes to live every day with this difficult disease.
Red Riders are being supported all year long now and the shout, "GO RED RIDER" is taking the country by storm! Check it out!
Be sure to choose "Red Rider" when you register! * Red Riders who raise the minimum $175 will receive the 2013 Red Rider Jersey.
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Thank You Gifts
Tour de Cure participants can earn a variety of exciting thank you gifts including exclusive apparel, popular electronics, and more! . All registered participants raising the minimum fundraising amount will receive a commemorative Tour de Cure event T-shirt on the day of the local event. Raise $250 or more and you'll earn your choice of thank you gifts!
$500 Level Jersey
 $2,600 Level Jersey
Check out the Thank You Gift Redemption site for info on the gifts at each level.
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Team Red
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Team Red is for Red Riders (participants with type 1 or type 2 diabetes), their family, friends and anyone else who is looking to join with millions of others who want to Stop Diabetes! Any rider who isn't already on another team can join Team Red.
Being on Team Red means that you will instantly be a part of a community made up of people from all different areas and walks of life. Team Red is a great way to connect with other families supporting a Red Rider and other families that are honoring a loved one with diabetes.
If I don't have diabetes, can I join Team Red?
YES! You can join Team Red, which is made up of Red Riders AND those who support Red Riders. This is a team for anyone who doesn't already have a team.
Please contact Brandie Cardone for more information about Team Red Rochester |
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Team Captain Corner Coming Soon!
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Additional Information
Want the latest news on diabetes research, food and fitness? We've covered all the basics here—and you'll find plenty of links to more in-depth information on a variety of topics and issues. More diabetes news and info.
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OUTDOOR TRAINING RIDE SCHEDULE
Please click HERE for our Outdoor Training Ride Schedule
Please check back here for date changes and cancellations
EARLY PACKET PICK UP DATES ARE HERE!
COMING SOON!
OUR NEW ROUTES ARE HERE!
Please click HERE for the maps!
*All Routes are Subject to Change
FLATS AND SAFETY CLINICS
Please click HERE for our "How to Change a Flat Tire"and "Rules of the Road" Clinics sponsored by Towpath Bike!
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Would you like to volunteer for the Tour de Cure or know someone who does? We need over 250 day of event volunteers to help make our ride a success. We need SAG drivers, cheerleaders, rest stop support, registration etc.
Please click HERE and fill out the form.
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