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Skylands
Tour de Cure
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. So take the Ride of Your
Life and sign up today!
The Skylands Tour de Cure starts and ends at the Verizon campus in Basking Ridge, conveniently located at exit 30A off route 287. With routes ranging from a leisurely 13 mile ride around the nature-filled great swamp, to a challenging 100
mile through the Somerset Hills, there's something for everyone at the Tour de
Cure! No matter which distance you choose
you'll be 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.
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Routes - *click on the distance to see a map of the route
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13
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30
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50
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75
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100
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Check- In
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9:30AM
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8:30AM
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7:30AM
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6:30AM
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6:00AM
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Start Time
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10:30AM
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9:30AM
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8:30AM
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7:30AM
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6:30AM
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Event Details
Location: Verizon Corporate Campus
Address: 1 Verizon Way, Basking Ridge, NJ
Tour Director: Taran Connelly; tconnelly@diabetes.org
1-888-DIABETES x3514
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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!
Read more about the Red Rider program, meet other Red Riders, join a training ride and find our more about the Red Rider day of event experience.
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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 Tour de Cure you will automatically become a Champion to Stop Diabetes and will receive special recognition on the weekend of the event. For a full list of Champion benefits and rewards, please click here.
If you raise $2,600, in honor of the 26 million Americans living with diabetes, you will become a Champion on a Mission and can choose the coveted gold Champions jersey.
Congratulations to the following riders who have already earned Champion Status for 2013!
Stephen Marino, Jai Westwood, Ken McKenna, Andrew Davies, Mark Krukar, Mark Cox, Lou Bodian, Mahlon Stewart, James Wisnewski, Scott Harmon, Charlie Boyer, Michael Belikoff, Mitch Krukar, Corey Gutshall, Mike Epstein, Gina Scala, Peter Daly, Bruce Cantin, Lawrence Silverman, Alex Trento, and Steve Hughes.
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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. Join Team Red Here!
Team Red Apparel
Being part of a team is a great experience. If you are interested, Team Red apparel is available for purchase including, jerseys, shorts and bib shorts, so you can show off your team spirit. Visit http://www.primalwear.com/c-278-team-red.aspx to order.
  
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Tour de Cure Jerseys & Thank You Gifts
Tour de Cure participants can earn a variety of exciting thank you
gifts 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. Check out the Thank You Gift Redemption site for information on the gifts at each level.
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Raise $500 and choose the 2013 Tour de Cure Jersey!
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Raise $2,600 and choose the Champions Jersey!
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Red Rider Apparel
Red Riders are the reason we ride—they are given a jersey to proudly wear on the day of the event.
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Red Rider Cycling Jacket
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2013 New Red Rider Jersey |
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Red Rider Shorts
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Every Red Rider is given a jersey to proudly wear on the day of the event! |
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Each Red Rider to raise $1,000 will receive these Red Rider cycling shorts! |
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Local News & Events
Training Rides
We
will be offering weekly training rides that will meet at the War
Memorial Field in Basking Ridge, NJ. If you are a registered rider and
would like to join us, please fill out the Survey Monkey with the route
distance you plan to ride to RSVP.
Date:
Saturday, May 18th
Time:
9:00 AM
Route Distance: 13 mi, 23 mi
RSVP: HERE
Date: Saturday, May 25th
Time: 9:00 AM
Route Distance: 13 mi, 23 mi
RSVP: HERE
Team TCO Bowling Fundraiser
Bring the whole family and join Team Tiffany & Co. to help fundraise for the 2013 Tour.
Where: Brunswick Zone
679 Washington Avenue
Belleville, NJ
When: Sunday, May 19th from 6:00PM - 8:30PM
Donation: $20 per person (includes shoe rental, pizza, and beverage)
Raffles & Giveaways
All proceeds will go to the Skylands Tour de Cure.
For tickets and details, contact Duane Moore at (973) 757-9617.
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Additional Information
Top Fundraiser
Jerseys
Back by popular
demand, we will once again be awarding custom Top Fundraiser jerseys in the
following categories!
- Yellow
Jersey - Awarded to the Top Fundraiser for the 2013 Tour de Cure
- Green
Jersey (sprint jersey) – Awarded to the highest fundraising Rookie to the
Tour.
- King
of the Mountain/Polka Dot Jersey – Awarded to the most improved fundraiser.
- White Jersey
(young rider) – Awarded to the highest fundraising youth rider (under age 18).
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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Sponsors
 
Supporters
Please contact tconnelly@diabetes.org for more information on sponsoring Tour de Cure.
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Current Promotions
---Only A Few Days Left for
Early Bird Registration!
Win a Jamis Bike in honor of Bike to Work Week!
The Mission: For every $200 raised receive an entry
The Prize: Jamis Xenith Comp Road Bike (valued at
$1,975)
The
Contest Details: In honor of National Bike to Work Week we
are giving away a Jamis bike! For every $200 you raise between May 13 and
May 19 you will receive an entry to win. Only one winner will be chosen, the
more you raise the better your odds of winning!
Contest Winners
We would like to congratulate last week's contest winners who will each be receiving a Starbucks gift card!
Mike Epstein, Bruce Cantin, Alan Hirstreet, Gina Scala, Mike Fehervari, William Boutin, John Costin, David Steel, Brenda Bell, Jai Westwood, Francisco Munoz, Alex Trento, and Jeff Cortley.
2013 Tour de Cure Jersey! - See more at: http://tour.diabetes.org/site/TR?fr_id=8612&pg=entry#sthash.apgakztK.dpuf
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