Register. Ask a Friend. Start a Team. Stop Diabetes.
Date: April 28, 2013 Start Location: Queen Mary Event Manager: Julian Dillon Email: jdillon@diabetes.org Phone: 1-800-DIABETES, x7473
Fundraising Goal: $1,000,000.00 Achieved to Date: $538,282.02 Days to Event: -52 Number of Teams: 130 Number of Riders: 1,710
Registration Fee: $35 registration, $50 day of event Fundraising Minimum: $175 Route Distances: 100M*61M*32M*11M*8M*
What an incredible day we had at the 2013 Tour de Cure!!CLICK HERE to see event photos!
Thank you to everyone, participants and supporters, for making the Ship to Shore Tour de Cure an event like no other!
There is still time to fundraise! How close are you to the next prize level? You have until June 3rd to reach that next level and help us reach the $1,000,000 goal!
Prize certificates will be mailed in early July to anyone that raises $250+ before the June 3rd cut off.
Together we can STOP DIABETES!
Photos from the event are ready. Click Here to view the albums! Check out THESE PICTURES from the Champions Dinner! And check Instagram for the hashtags #tourdecure #shiptoshore and #tourdecurelongbeach
Event Highlights
Tour de Cure invites all riders of all abilities to join the Ship to Shore, your exclusive opportunity to ride across the great port bridges between Long Beach and Palos Verdes and continue through some of Los Angeles’ most dramatic scenery. This is a fund-raising ride like no other. Once you have crossed the Vincent Thomas Bridge, out route options include a full century, a metric century, a half metric and our unique “Harbor Cruise” ride which includes a relaxing harbor cruise back to the start line. For our new or unseasoned riders we also have an easy 8 mile “Shoreline Excursion” through Long Beach’s picturesque waterfront. (Please scroll down for further information about individual routes)
Whichever route you choose, your day begins at Long Beach’s famed Queen Mary with a complimentary breakfast, features fully supported rides with rest stops and SAG support and ends back at the Queen Mary with complimentary lunch, live music, kids activities and an opportunity to visit with our sponsors and learn more about the latest diabetes news.
There are 26 million Americans with Diabetes and 79 million more with pre-diabetes, so register today, start fund-raising and help us Stop Diabetes – because someone you know has diabetes.
REMEMBER YOU MUST MEET THE MINIMUM FUNDRAISING OF $175 TO RIDER WHETHER RIDING AS AN INDIVIDUAL OR ON A TEAM.
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
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
Avoid the lines at Check-In on the morning of April 28th by going to one of four different locations for Advanced Check-In/Packet Pick-Up. CLICK HERE to find the most convenient location for you!
Tour de Cure Thanks our Presenting sponsor Medtronic,
please click here to learn more about why Medtronic supports your local tour de
Cure.
Team Up
Fund-raising and training for your ride is more fun as a team. Form a team with your work colleagues or with friends and family. A Tour de Cure representative will come to your work place or wherever you team chooses to gather and provide helpful information to make your whole experience, from registration to ride much more enjoyable, and help you reach your fund-raising goal.
Ride times and check-in
All riders must each raise a minimum of $175 to participate in addition to registration fee. Early bird special registration fee is $15 through January 31st, $35 Feb1 to April 27 and $50 on Day of event.
The 8 mile ride does not include the harbor bridges and has only very minor climbs. The 11 mile ride features the opportunity to return to the Queen Mary via a harbor cruise.
*Some start times may be subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control
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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