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Event Highlights
The Greater Philadelphia TourdeCure® is one of the area’s premier cycling events, gathering everyone from recreational riders to experienced cyclists who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by diabetes. Set in Bucks and Montgomery counties, the Philly Tour provides three routes, full SAG support, and themed rest stops stocked with an array of rider friendly food and beverages. To celebrate completing the course, Tour’s finish line celebration greets riders with delicious food, lively entertainment and a health and fitness festival. So grab your family, friends and coworkers and join us as we raise money to help stop diabetes, America's fastest growing disease.
Take the Ride of Your Life and sign up today!
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Champions To Stop Diabetes
 NEW IN 2013 - Raise $1,000 or more and enjoy a special VIP Party the night before the event! More information to follow.
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 at the event, click CHAMPIONS for more information.
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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!
In order to receive recognition benefits on the day of the event, you must be registered as a Red Rider by May 13th, 2013.
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Fundraising Tools
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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! 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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We need Volunteer Support!
Volunteering is a
fun way to get involved and meet other people who support the work of the
American Diabetes Association. We are looking for over 200 volunteers to
make sure that our riders get the hydration they want, the direction they need
and the inspiration to reach the finish line. Please fill out the
registration form and send to Lauren Hunter, LHunter@diabetes.org.
Route Marshals NEEDED
We are
looking for individuals who will serve as safety marshals throughout our three
routes. They will support riders with basic mechanical and medical needs
until a SAG vehicle arrives. You will help be the eyes and ears of the route.
SAG Vehicle Drivers NEEDED!
Each
vehicle patrols a section of the route between rest stops, lending
assistance and transportation to injured cyclists, cyclists needing technical
support, etc. Drivers must have a valid driver’s license and a vehicle able to
transport both bikes and passengers.
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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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Additional Information
After the ride, stick around for the Finish Line
Celebration!
Here are just a few things you can
expect upon your return to Temple University Ambler Campus.
◊ Lunch
provided by La Prima Catering, Applebee’s, Rita’s Water Ice, Philadelphia
Pretzel Factory
◊ An
interactive Stop Diabetes Pavilion and Health and Wellness Festival featuring
Splenda, Mid-Atlantic Retina, Janssen, Merck and others
◊ Kids Zone sponsored by Novo Nordisk featuring face
painter, balloon artist, a magic show and an obstacle course
◊ DJ Steve Hawk from EMS Entertainment
◊ Yoga
on the Lawn provided by Twisters Wellness Centers
◊ Massages
provided by Ambler Pure Spa
◊ Team
& Individual photo opportunities
  
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Sponsors
Premier Kids Zone Sponsor
Bike Sponsors
In-Kind Donors
Please contact Julie Heverly for more information on sponsoring Tour de Cure.
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MEET OUR 2013 YOUTH AMBASSADOR
My name is Cate Mars. I have Type 1 diabetes and I am just beginning eighth grade. My 19-year-old brother was diagnosed with Type 1 at the age of 4. So, when I was diagnosed at age 6, I was already familiar with all aspects of diabetes management. I have been playing soccer for the last 5 years on a travel team. This past summer, for the first time, I went to ADA's Camp Freedom. It was my first time away from home and I had a blast! I met new friends and even mustered up enough courage to fly across a lake on a zip-line. I truly cannot wait to go back next year, and some day I hope and plan to be a camp counselor. At home, my favorite hobbies are reading and cooking. My family, friends, and I have participated in four Tour-de-Cure bicycling events. I am thrilled to help out for the cause as the new Youth Ambassador!
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