Verona Beach Event Highlights
   
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Starting and finishing at Verona Beach State Park, these routes are guaranteed to be beautiful journeys through quaint towns and villages surrounding Oneida Lake. Both experienced and novice riders like are encouraged to join us, as the day will provide an excellent challenge for all levels of cycling enthusiasts. Rest stops along the way will feature an array of nutritious snacks and
dedicated volunteers. When you are finished, join us back at Verona Beach State Park for a victory party complete with food, drinks, music and more. The only prerequisite for this event is a can-do attitude and a minimum fundraising goal of $150.
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 Tour is a ride, not a race. Whether you are an occasional rider or an experienced cyclist, there is a route just for you. So take the Ride of Your Life and sign up today! Click here to view the 2012 Tour de Cure Pictures
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Routes for All Skill Levels
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.
The 100 mile for instance will follow the red signs. 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.
The route maps will be posted soon, so make sure you check back. This
year you will be able to downlaod the GPS coordinates if you want them
for your own GPS device.
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100
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6:30 am
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7:00 am
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62.5
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6:45 am
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7:30 am
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40
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7:45 am
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8:15 am
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28
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8:00 am
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9:00 am
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15
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9:15 am
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10:00 am
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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. Be sure to choose "Red Rider" when you register!
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!
If you raise $2,600, in honor of the 26 million Americans living with diabetes, you will become a Champion on a Mission and will receive the coveted gold Champions jersey.
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Thank You Gifts
Tour de Cure participants can earn a variety of exciting thank  yougifts including exclusive apparel, popular electronics, and more! They represent our thanks for reaching higher fundraising levels to fund the mission of the American Diabetes Association and the 26 million Americans with diabetes we serve. 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!
Check out the Thank You Gift Redemption site for info on the gifts at each level.
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Team Red
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.
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Local News & Events 
The CNY Tour de Cure would not be successful without an
army of great volunteers. If you don't ride a bike but would like to be a
part of this event, please email us for more information or fill out this volunteer form and
send it in today. As a volunteer you can choose from a variety of
opportunities: set up , photography, registration, entertainment,
cheerleaders at the finish line and much more. Want to keep up with all
the volunteer opportunities the ADA has to offer? Join our newsletter by
emailing us today!
Syracuse Bicycle
Training Rides:
Training rides are available to ANYONE registered for the Tour! All rides will
leave from Onondaga Lake Park at 8:00am, Canoe Rental area, west side of Long
Branch Rd. Ride Distances Offered:
Saturday, May 18th, 2013: 72, 42, 25, 17 ** This Saturday's ride will start at Salt Museum in Onondaga Lake Park at 106 Lake Dr Liverpool. The 72 is a combination of the 47 & 25.
Upcoming:
Saturday, May 25th, 2013: 75, 45, 30, 20
Saturday, June 1st, 2013: 80, 50, 35, 25
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Additional Information
Chris Carmichael of Carmichael Training Systems is the honorary chair
of the 2013 Tour de Cure. Chris has devoted more than 20 years to
helping amateur and professional athletes achieve their performance
goals, from improved health to completing a first century. Chris has
coached elite athletes, Ironman winners and more, but knows how to apply
his techniques to the weekend warriors among us. He wants to help YOU
be the best you can be on your bike!
Register today and you'll also find out how you could have a chance
to win a multi-day CTS Camp for personalized coaching or ride with Chris
at the Tour de Cure in select cities. Get ready to take the ride of
your life!
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We are here to help!
Need help with the registration process or with your online fundraising?
Contact our online fundraising manager,
Kathy Hayes, at
888-Diabetes ext 3601 or kahayes@diabetes.org
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