2015 Ride Guide - TOYOTA Best Dam Bike Ride

THE
BEST
TWO DAYS
ON A BIKE
AUGUST 1-2
AUGUST 1-2, 2015
2015 Ride Guide
Presented by your Milwaukee and Madison Area Toyota Dealers:
Andrew • Don Jacobs • East Madison • Heiser • Hesser • Jack Safro • Kenosha
Racine • Ruda • Russ Darrow • Smart • Wilde
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHECK IN EARLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 3
TRANSPORTATION
Friday, July 31, from Madison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saturday, August 1, from Madison. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saturday, August 1, from Pewaukee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saturday, August 1, from UW-Whitewater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunday, August 2, from UW-Whitewater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sunday, August 2, from Madison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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LODGING
Friday Evening, July 31 – Hotels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saturday, August 1 – Reserving Your Dorm Room & Camping. . .
Linens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ON THE ROUTE
What to Bring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On-Route Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Support & Gear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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in whitewater
Bike Lock-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Items to Pick Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lodging, Linens and Luggage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dinner and Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Massages, Swimming and Evening Program at Party Tent. . . . . . .
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TAB LE OF CO N TEN T S
CHECK IN EARLY
Be ready to ride! Visit one of the convenient Pre-Ride
PROMISE
TO PAY
Riders who do
not reach the
$300 fundraising
minimum at the
time of check-in
will be asked
to complete a
Promise to Pay
Form before they
receive their
rider number.
The Promise to
Pay Form requires
a valid credit
card and extends
the fundraising
minimum deadline
to September 4,
2015.
Check-In locations listed below to secure your rider number,
submit donations and obtain ride details. That way, when
you arrive at the event, you can avoid lines and go directly
to luggage drop-off.
Monday, July 13
Wheel & Sprocket
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
6940 N. Santa Monica Blvd.
Fox Point, WI 53217
TUESDAY, July 21
Wheel & Sprocket
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
528 Wells St.
Delafield, WI 53018
Tuesday, July 14
ERIK’S Bike Shop
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
6610 Seybold Rd.
Madison, WI 53719
Friday, JULY 31
WCTC Building
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
800 Main St.
Pewaukee, WI 53072
Wednesday, July 15
Wheel & Sprocket
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
13925 W. Capitol Dr.
Brookfield, WI 53005
National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyWisconsin Chapter Office
1120 James Dr. Ste. A
Hartland, WI 53029
Thursday, July 16
ERIK’S Bike Shop
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
1651 Thierer Rd.
Madison, WI 53704
Monday, July 20
Wheel & Sprocket
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
5722 S. 108th St.
Hales Corners, WI 53130
WEDNESDAY, July 22
THURSDAY, JULY 23
FRIDAY, JULY 24
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
MONDAY, July 27
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
TUESDAY, JULY 28
WEDNESDAY, July 29
11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
CHE CK I N E A RLY
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TRANSPORTATION
Locations
WPS Health
Insurance
1717 W. Broadway
Madison, WI
53713
Waukesha County
Technical College
(WCTC)
800 Main St.
Pewaukee, WI
53072
Important!
Bike and Rider
transportation
reservations are
required. Call
262-369-4400
if you are unsure
if you reserved
transportation
when you
registered.
We have you covered with transportation, from your bike
to your luggage to yourself. Some of the reservations are
made when you register, so call 262-369-4400 if you are
unsure if you reserved the proper transportation.
FRIDAY, JULY 31
Madison | Boarding 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Bike transportation is only available Friday night for
Madison-area riders.
• Bike loading starts at 5 p.m. and departs at 7 p.m.
• Bikes are loaded onto transport vehicles at the
WPS Health Insurance parking lot.
• Bikes transported from Madison will be available for
pick-up at the Waukesha County Technical College
campus on Saturday, August 1 beginning at
approximately 7 a.m.
Rider transportation from Madison to the following
Pewaukee-area hotels is available: Wildwood Lodge,
Best Western and Super 8.
• Riders may board buses beginning at 5 p.m. in the
WPS Health Insurance parking lot.
• Buses depart as they are filled, with the last bus
leaving at 7 p.m.
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TRAN S POR TAT IO N
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Madison | Boarding 4:30 a.m. – Departing 5:30 a.m.
Rider transportation from Madison to the WCTC campus.
• Riders may board buses beginning at 4:30 a.m. at the
WPS parking lot.
• Bike shoes cannot be worn on the bus.
• Bike transportation is only available Friday evening.
(See page 4 for details.)
Pewaukee | Boarding 5:45 a.m.
Rider transportation will be available at 5:45 a.m. to take participants
to the Start Line at WCTC from the following Pewaukee-area hotels:
Wildwood Lodge, Best Western and Super 8.
UW-Whitewater | Boarding 4:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. (approximately)
One-day Rider Transportation is available to take
participants from UW-Whitewater back to WCTC
in Pewaukee or WPS in Madison on Saturday
evening, right after the evening program.
• Buses depart near the Finish Line.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 2
Attending
the Saturday night
festivities but need to
catch a bus to WCTC or
WPS? Head to the
bus right after the
evening program.
UW-Whitewater | Boarding 9:00 a.m.
One-day Rider Transportation is available to take participants from
UW-Whitewater back to WCTC in Pewaukee or WPS in Madison on
Sunday morning.
• Buses depart near the Finish Line.
Luggage Transportation
On Saturday morning, drop off luggage in Lot 23 at WCTC. Luggage
will be transported to UW-Whitewater and then on to Madison.
Cyclists staying overnight in Whitewater are asked to limit their
luggage to two carry-on pieces of 25 pounds or less. Your luggage
will be tagged with your rider number.
NOTE: A room fan is considered one piece of luggage. Pack in consideration of
inclement weather (keep fans in plastic bags).
T RA NSPORTAT I ON
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LODGING
Important!
Dorm reservations
for Saturday night
can be made at
bestdambiketour.org
and are due July 12.
Overnight accommodations for the weekend of the ride
– including hotel, dorm room and camping – are listed in
this section.
FRIDAY EVENING, JULY 31
A block of rooms is reserved at two hotels in Pewaukee
for Friday, July 31: Wildwood Lodge and Best Western.
Transportation will be available at 5:45 a.m. Saturday,
August 1, to take participants to the start at WCTC from
Wildwood Lodge and Best Western, as well as the
Super 8 in Waukesha.
Wildwood Lodge
N14 W24121 Tower Pl.
Pewaukee, WI 53072
262-506-2000
Best Western
2840 N Grandview Blvd.
Pewaukee, WI 53072
262-524-9300
Super 8
2510 Plaza Ct.
Waukesha, WI 53186
262-786-6015
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LOD G I N G
Stop by the volunteer check-in/information
tent if you have questions when you’re at
the Bike MS: TOYOTA Best Dam Bike Tour.
SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
On Saturday night, cyclists have the option of staying at the University of
Wisconsin-Whitewater dorm rooms or camping on Lawcon field. If staying
in the dorms, cyclists can choose a fellow Tour participant as a roommate;
otherwise one of the same gender will be assigned.
Reserve Your Dorm Room for Saturday Night
Dorm room reservations can be made at bestdambiketour.org by July 12.
All riders must have a roommate or one will be assigned.
• Riders who pre-register for rooming: Hall assignments will be posted
online at bestdambiketour.org the week of the ride and you can go
directly to your hall on arrival. Lists will also be posted outside of the
Prairie Street Café (Esker Hall, lower level). Linens can be purchased
at Prairie Street Café.
• Riders who did not pre-register for rooming: Riders can get a room upon
arrival in the Prairie Street Café (Esker Hall, lower level). Linens can also
be purchased there.
Camping at Lawcon Field
Lawcon Field is available for overnight camping. Dormitory restrooms
and showers are available for use by all campers.
LINENS
Linens are available for use at Prairie Street Café. Linen packets cost $11.50
and include 2 sheets, 2 towels, a wash cloth, a pillow and a blanket.
GUESTS
Family members are welcome to come and join the festivities. Since they
will not have a wristband as a participant, they will be asked to pay for
meals and lodging. Contact the Wisconsin Chapter at 262-369-4400
for further information.
LODGI N G
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ON THE ROUTE
IMPORTANT!
Route distances
may vary due
to construction
and to ensure
the safest route.
Bring your cell
phone with you
on the route,
but don’t use it
while riding.
No personal or
team SAG vehicles
are permitted.
route arrows
Follow these
color arrows for
your ride:
50-Mile Route
75-Mile Route
100-Mile Route
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There are three exciting route options each day: 50, 75 and
100 miles (Century Loop). The two-day ride runs from Waukesha
County Technical College to UW-Whitewater to WPS.
• All riders must be on the route by 8:30 a.m.
• Weather permitting, routes will be open until 6 p.m.
•P
rinted route maps will be available each morning of the ride.
What to Bring With You on the Route
• Cell phone • Water bottle • Helmet • Sunglasses On-Route Support
• Water
• Energizing snacks
• Fruit
• First aid • Mechanical support
• Medical support
Mechanical Assistance
Several Wisconsin-area bicycle retailers donate the time of
their most skilled mechanics to provide assistance and help
keep riders on the road. All mechanical assistance labor is
provided free-of-charge to riders, while the cost of parts
is the responsibility of each individual cyclist.
Safety is Important
Check out your Skills Guide for safety information and watch
for the Emergency Alert System along the route.
Support and Gear (SAG)
Official Bike MS: TOYOTA Best Dam Bike Tour SAG vehicles are
visible each day along the route. Any cyclist needing assistance
should signal the SAG driver by giving a “thumbs down” gesture
or by calling the non-emergency phone number (located on your
rider bib) to request that a vehicle be dispatched to your location.
ON T H E R OU TE
You’re in Whitewater, Now What?
on arrival
Bike Lock-Up | 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
After you are done riding, you’ll drop your bike off at the Bike Lock-Up
near the Finish Line. UW-Whitewater does not allow bicycles inside
dorm rooms. All riders must lock up their bikes in the specified area.
Items to Pick Up in Whitewater
All Bike MS: TOYOTA Best Dam Bike Tour participants receive a
free commemorative T-shirt and goodie bag.
Lodging, Linens and Luggage
Check in to your dorm room or set up your tent, pick up your linens at
Prairie Street Café and grab your luggage near the Finish Line. (See Page
7 for details.)
Dinner and Breakfast Served at Esker Dining Hall
• Dinner on Saturday is 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
• Breakfast on Sunday is 5:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
• Bags and helmets are not allowed in the dining hall.
• A wristband will be provided to you for meals at UW-Whitewater
Relax and enjoy
Massages | 1:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Massages are available for $1 per minute in Esker Hall, Room 118.
Reserve 30-minute massages at bestdambiketour.org or walk in for a
15-minute massage.
Swimming | 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Take a swim at the Williams Center pool.
Party Tent | 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
The Party Tent is located in Starin Park. The evening program starts
at 7 p.m. There will be live music before and after the program.
Bring ID for alcohol purchase. Pizza will be available for purchase.
And make a hole-in-one for 2016 Best Dam Bike Tour registration
($5 for 3 chances).
When you raise $1,000 or more, you earn a
Fundraising Jersey. Jerseys can be picked up
near the Finish Line at UW-Whitewater.
I N WHI T E WAT E R
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BEST DAM BIKE TOUR SCHEDULE
Friday, July 31
Transportation
From Madison | 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Bike transportation (only available on
Friday) and rider transportation from
WPS in Madison to Pewaukee-area
hotels. Reservations required
Saturday, August 1
Transportation
Madison | 4:30 a.m. – 5:30 a.m.
Rider transportation from WPS in
Madison to the Waukesha County
Technical College campus. No bike
transportation is available on Saturday.
Reservations required
Pewaukee-Area Hotels | 5:45 a.m.
Rider transportation for individuals
overnighting at official Pewaukee-area
hotels
Waukesha County
Technical College (WCTC)
800 Main St., Pewaukee
6:30 a.m.
Check-in, continental breakfast, luggage
loading, team photos
7 a.m.
Route maps distributed at the Start Line
7:20 a.m.
Announcements and Opening Ceremony
7:30 a.m.
Official start – riders released in waves
7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Rest stops, SAG vehicles, mechanical
support, medical support open and
operational
8:30 a.m.
All riders must be on the route
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Lunch (full meal)
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B EST DAM B I KE TOU R S C H E D UL E
1 p.m.
Century Loop closes (Century Loop
option follows GREEN route arrows),
make sure to eat lunch first
UW-Whitewater
800 W. Main St., Whitewater
1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Finish Line: pick up your T-shirt, completer
bag and luggage; lock up your bike and
check into your dorm room or set up your
tent for camping in Lawcon Field only
Bike Lock-Up: all bicycles must be
dropped off at Bike Lock-Up, located on
the UW-Whitewater campus near the
Finish Line
1:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Massages available for $1 per minute in
Esker Hall, Room 118. Reserve 30-minute
massages at bestdambiketour.org or
walk in for a 15-minute massage
2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Open swim in the Williams Center pool
4 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Party Tent open (located in Starin Park
adjacent to UW-Whitewater). Bring ID
for alcohol purchase. Pizza available for
purchase. Win FREE 2016 registration
with mini-golf ($5 for 3 chances)
4 p.m.
One-day Rider buses depart for Madison
(WPS) and Pewaukee (WCTC)
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Dinner in Esker Dining Hall
6 p.m.
All riders must be off the route
7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Program and entertainment in the Party
Tent (located in Starin Park adjacent to
UW-Whitewater)
8:30 p.m. (Post Evening Program)
Final One-day Rider buses depart for
Madison (WPS) and Pewaukee (WCTC)
A BIG THANK YOU!
SUNDAY, August 2
5:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Breakfast in Esker Dining Hall
7 a.m.
Bike Lock-Up opens. Route maps
distributed at the Info tent
7:30 a.m.
Route opens
7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Rest stops, SAG vehicles, mechanical
support, medical support open and
operational
8:30 a.m.
All riders must be on the route
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Lunch (full meal)
11:30 a.m.
Century Loop closes
(Century Loop option follows GREEN
route arrows)
WPS Health Insurance
1717 W. Broadway, Madison
Noon – 6 p.m.
Finish Line Celebration featuring dinner
options and beer garden
Noon – 5 p.m.
Win FREE 2016 registration with
mini-golf ($5 for 3 chances)
12:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Massages available for $1 per minute.
Reserve 30-minute massages at
bestdambiketour.org or walk in for a
15-minute massage
2 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Rider and bike transportation departs
for Pewaukee (WCTC). Check departure
schedule upon arrival in Madison (WPS)
6 p.m.
All riders must be off the route
Bicycle Mechanics:
Presenting sponsor:
Presented by your Milwaukee and
Madison Area Toyota Dealers:
Andrew • Don Jacobs • East Madison • Heiser
Hesser • Jack Safro • Kenosha • Racine
Ruda • Russ Darrow • Smart • Wilde
NATIONAL SPONSORS:
1120 James Dr. Ste. A | Hartland, WI 53029
800-242-3358 | 262-369-4400
wisMS.org | [email protected]
Early and ongoing treatment with an FDA-approved
therapy can make a difference for people with multiple
sclerosis. Learn about your options by talking to your
health care professional and contacting the National MS
Society at nationalMSsociety.org or 1-800-FIGHT-MS
(344-4867).
BE S T DA M BI KE TOU R SCHE DU LE
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Honoring Riders Diagnosed with MS
I Ride with MS is a special program that celebrates Bike
MS: TOYOTA Best Dam Bike Tour cyclists living with MS.
Participants receive special recognition at the ride and an
I Ride with MS jersey and T-shirt. To be a part of the program,
riders designate that they have been diagnosed with MS
when they register. If you are a cyclist diagnosed with MS
and would like to confirm that you are enrolled in the
program, call the Wisconsin Chapter at 800-242-3358.
This program is made possible through a partnership with Genzyme and MS One to One and Primal Wear, Inc.
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