Pittsburgh Tour de Cure

Register. Ask a Friend. Start a Team. Stop Diabetes.

Date: June 23, 2013
Start Location: Seneca Valley High School
Event Manager: Renee Schwartz
Email: rschwartz@diabetes.org
Phone: 1-888-DIABETES, x4604
Fundraising Goal: $296,000.00
Achieved to Date: $82,138.11
Days to Event: 36
Number of Teams: 55
Number of Riders: 425
Registration Fee: $25
Fundraising Minimum: $200
Route Distances: 100*50*30*20*10*

Event Highlights

Red Riders

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!

 

 

 

Route Descriptions

The Pittsburgh Tour de Cure begins at Seneca Valley High School, located at 128 Seneca School Road, Harmony, PA 16037.  Our 5 Routes are designed to appeal to all skill levels. 

Routes include:

 

8 Mile Family Fun Ride Our family-friendly Fun Ride is accessible to all ages and fitness levels and travels through the historic village of Harmony and the quaint town of Zelienople.

 

20/30 Mile Fitness Test Our 20/30 Mile Ride offers a moderate challenge while being safe & scenic.  Beginner and intermediate cyclists can test your riding skills and get great exercise!

 

50 Mile Training Ride Our 50 Mile Ride features several challenging climbs and is the perfect choice for the intermediate to advanced cyclist.  Whether you’re a roadie or a dirt bicyclist, you’ll be challenged!

 

100 Mile Ultimate Challenge Our 100 Mile Ride is a true test of endurance – best suited for the experienced cyclist. After riding through the rolling terrain and challenging climbs, riders will feel a real sense of accomplishment!

 


Resources and Links

Tour de Cure resources are at your finger tips!  Log in to your
Tour Participant Center and click on the "Fundraising Tools"
tab to access all of your resource guides:

      Fundraising Guidebook
      Online Fundraising Guidebook
      Team Captain Guide


Rider Information

Local Route Guide

Safety Information

Volunteer Form

Event Waiver *All participants must turn in on event day

FAQs

 

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.

 

 

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!

 

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. 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.

 

 

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.

 

 

Local News & Events

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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.

 

Sponsors

                                                   Giant Eagle           

Novo Nordisk

 

UPMC

Renal

Morgan&Paul 

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dela torre 2

CW

 

Bike Organization Partners

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Bike Shop Partners

Performance Bike Dapper Pro Bikes

 

Rapps Immell snitgers Scholls

 

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 coaches 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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Top Teams & Riders

TOP 10 INDIVIDUALS
  1. Hill Climber Eli Seidman - $2,122.00
  2. Hill Climber Self Donor Susan Englert - $1,709.00
  3. Hill Climber Self Donor Roman Ziatek - $1,500.00
  4. Champion to Stop Diabetes Marc Yergin - $1,430.00
  5. Champion to Stop Diabetes Self Donor Jamie Regan - $1,403.20
  6. Champion to Stop Diabetes Self Donor roberto maxwell - $1,042.00
  7. Champion to Stop Diabetes David Barr - $1,012.00
  8. Gearing Up Jeremy Wanless - $875.00
  9. Gearing Up Self Donor Charlie Heidlage - $780.00
  10. Gearing Up Self Donor John Fanelli - $755.00

TOP TEAMS

Family/Friend Team

  1. Team Red Pittsburgh - $4,053.00
  2. Intrepid Rabbi and Reverand - $3,860.00
  3. Pedaling for Jandro - $1,889.00
  4. Sweet N Low-Ryderz - $1,818.00
  5. G-Ramones - $1,552.00
  6. Friends of Jessie - $1,415.00
  7. Lilly Senior Care - Mid-Atlantic - $1,044.00
  8. Team Moon - $1,017.00
  9. Team Sugar Smacks - $800.00
  10. The Wilford Brimley Boys - $651.00

Corporate Team

  1. MFI Team Discovery - $2,750.56
  2. Carnegie Science Center - $1,705.55
  3. Novo Nordisk - $875.00
  4. Verizon - $407.00
  5. TEAM LILLY PITTSBURGH - $336.00
  6. Mullen riders - $278.00
  7. Zoll LifeVest - $140.00
  8. Consol Energy - $52.00

Club/Organization Team

  1. Pittsburgh Major Taylor - $2,514.00
  2. CMU Explorers Club - $410.00
  3. Docs Against Diabetes - $218.00
  4. The Crimson Riders - $128.00