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1 TRI-COUNTY BICYCLE ASSOCIATION SHARE THE ROAD, SHARE THE APPLICATION! 2016 Event Applications DALMAC August 31 September 4, ,000 METRE T-SHIRT RIDE June 11, 2016 WOMEN ON WHEELS RIDE July 23, Photo submitted by Shelley R. Spivack, 2015 winner of the photo contest,capturing the sunrise on Day 2 of her ride. FOR DALMAC ONLINE REGISTRATION, GO TO FOR T-SHIRT AND W.O.W. RIDES, PRINT, COMPLETE AND MAIL APPLICATION FOR THOSE RIDES INCLUDED WITH THIS DOCUMENT TO ADDRESSES PROVIDED ON THE APPLICATION

2 46th Annual Dick Allen Lansing To Mackinaw Bicycle Tour August 31 September 4, NEW THIS YEAR 5 UP and 5 East Routes will have optional ending points of St. Ignace or Rudyard What Is DALMAC? The Dick Allen Lansing to MACkinaw Bicycle Tour is Michigan s annual, fully-supported, epic end-of-summer bicycle camping tour. Four routes wind northward in four or five days through Michigan s countryside and quaint small towns, from East Lansing to up north destinations, ending in Mackinaw City, St. Ignace, or Rudyard. Each route varies in distance providing just the right challenge for all cyclists whether beginner or experienced, relaxed paced or speedy. DALMAC is one of the oldest all-volunteer-run tours in the United States, celebrating 46 years of excellence, thus DALMAC is one of the lowest cost tours in the nation. DALMAC is about bicycling! DALMAC is about sharing the roads! DALMAC originated in 1971 when former State Representative Dick Allen challenged his colleagues and constituents with a ride all the way to the bridge to prove that bikes and cars could share Michigan roads safely. The objectives of DALMAC are to develop an awareness of bicyclists and their needs among the citizens of Michigan, to promote bicycling as a healthy means of transportation and recreation, and to encourage wider use of bicycles. DALMAC is staffed by volunteers of the Tri-County Bicycle Association (TCBA). If interested in volunteering, send an to: volunteer@dalmac.org Who Can Ride? DALMAC is open to any capable and interested cyclist on a non-motorized bicycle. Riders under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or responsible adult who must ride with them. Preparing For DALMAC For your enjoyment, you and your bicycle should be in good condition. You should be able to make your own minor repairs. Pace yourself to allow for food and rest stops and to arrive at each day s destination for dinner by 5:00 p.m. To help you achieve this pace, we have developed suggested advance guidelines that you will find in your map booklet. Times are marked and indicate the minimum distances that should be covered by the times listed. For Your Safety Bicycle helmets are required Bicycle flags are highly recommended No headphone devices are allowed while riding (including Ipods, Bluetooth, etc.) All riding must be done during daylight hours Obey all state and local laws. LOCAL POLICE ENFORCEMENT IS BEING SOLICITED TO HELP ENFORCE THIS REQUIREMENT. For those having someone pick them up the last day of the ride, please have them meet you at the ending destination, and NOT drive on the route to find you. Mighty Mac Bridge Crossing The Mighty Mac is one of the world s longest suspension bridges, spanning the Straits of Mackinac for a total of five miles and linking Michigan s Upper and Lower Peninsulas. DALMAC riders are given special permission to ride bicycles across the bridge. Riders who are on a route not scheduled to cross the bridge must make provisions for their own transportation to the bridge and back as indicated on page 3 under Reminders. Weather conditions may impact bridge crossing, as determined by the Bridge Authority. Please attend your group s Saturday evening meeting for updates and bridge crossing information. Riders are subject to all rules and regulations determined by the Mackinac Bridge Authority. Riders Services Include Meals Breakfast each morning except starting day Evening meals each day except Sunday Limited vegetarian selections Bag Shuttle DALMAC baggage vehicles will carry your bags to your designated overnight stops and ending site. DALMAC is not responsible for any loss or damage to baggage or contents. Limit of two (2) bags per person. No bag may exceed 45 lbs. Weight may be checked. Access to baggage only at the daily destination No plastic bags, storage totes, or cardboard boxes You are responsible for loading your own baggage onto the proper truck each day. Baggage trucks open at 7:00 a.m. and leave campsites at 9:00 a.m. each morning.

3 DALMAC 2016 Maps Riders will be provided a detailed map of their selected route at registration. Electronic maps will be available on the DALMAC.org website. Reminders Mackinac Bridge crossing will be Sunday morning, September 4, between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. You must begin crossing by 10 a.m. in order to have all riders off the bridge by 11 a.m. Registered DALMAC riders from 5 West and 4 Day West routes may participate in the bridge crossing if they choose to skip their route on Sunday and provide their own transportation to the bridge and back to Mackinaw City. St Ignace return bus is limited to 5 UP and 5 East Route riders. Rudyard return bus is limited to 5 UP and 5 East Route riders. Mackinaw City return bus is limited to routes that end in Mackinaw City. All private vehicles following the tour MUST follow the alternate route between Private SAG Meeting locations. Overnights Outdoor camping facilities will be provided at each overnight stop for registered participants only. Bring your own tent. If you desire motel accommodations, you must make your own arrangements in advance. Contact the chambers of commerce in the overnight communities to get names and phone numbers. SAG Service Riders are expected to ride the route and make their own minor repairs. However, SAG assistance will be available for unexpected difficulties. SAG drivers will not pick up minors without their accompanying adult. Riders requiring SAG transportation more than once may be asked to make other arrangements. DALMAC will provide support services only between the appropriate SAG lines as indicated in the map book and only until the times indicated on those lines. Repairs All routes will be serviced by fully equipped repair trucks with capable mechanics to handle repairs at a reasonable cost. Repair services are available for a limited time at each overnight location. Labor for reasonable repair services is paid by DALMAC, however, you must pay for parts and tipping is encouraged. Long Term Parking Parking will be available for the duration of DALMAC at the MSU Pavilion free of charge. DALMAC assumes no responsibility for parked vehicles and their contents. Options Available (for a fee) Third Party Services Available Shuttleguy services for 5 UP and 5 West routes: chair, towel, and tent, mattress,etc (tym@shuttleguy.com ) Bubba s Pampered Pedalers: camping, towel, and chair services for 5 East and 4 Day West routes ( Michigan Cycling Charters: hotel shuttle, tent, cooler, chair services for 5 West route only (rick@michigancyclingcharters.com) Creative Wellness:sports massage therapy services at camp sites on all routes (irene@creativewellness.com) Bike shipping service (Bikeflights.com) You are responsible for ensuring you have contracted for the applicable service on your route. Cancellation/Medical Insurance Riders desiring to purchase cancellation/medical insurance may go to or call DALMAC is not affiliated with this agency and makes no profit from riders purchase of a cancellation policy; travel coverage is also available through other insurers. Pre-Ride Camping (Tuesday or Wednesday Night) Post-Ride Camping (Sunday Night at MSU Pavilion) Return Bus Transportation (must be pre-purchased) Return bus transportation back to East Lansing is a pre-purchased option when you sign up for the tour. Riders on the 5 West and 4 Day West routes can only sign up for the Mackinaw City bus and they must load their bikes on the trucks by 5 p.m. to permit a 6 p.m. departure so the bus can arrive in East Lansing by 11 p.m. Riders who cross the Mackinac Bridge may only pre-purchase a return bus from either St Ignace or Rudyard. Riders choosing to end in St Ignace must load their bikes by 1 p.m. to permit a 2 p.m. departure and will arrive in East Lansing by 6:30 p.m. Riders choosing to end in Rudyard must load their bikes by 3 p.m. to permit a 4 p.m. departure and will arrive in East Lansing by 10 p.m. All arrival times are approximate. Box lunches will be provided for all bus riders. DALMAC is not responsible for loss or damage to any bicycle returning on a baggage truck. Individual riders are responsible for preparing their bicycles for the trip, handing the bicycles to the loading team, and picking up their bicycles on arrival in East Lansing. No bicycles are allowed on the bus. You must be wearing your wristband in order to load your bicycle and to board the bus. No bus tickets will be sold after July 31, 2016, and return bus transportation is non-transferable. If seating is available, return bus transportation may be available for purchase at the end of the tour at a cost of $90 (cash only). Check with your route coordinator at the end of the tour. 3

4 The Routes 5 WEST ~ 338, 354 miles 2016 DALMAC 2016 DALMAC Special Features: Lake Michigan and the Tunnel of Trees Daily destinations include: o Vestaburg o Petoskey o McBain o Mackinaw City o Elk Rapids 4 DAY WEST ~ 325 miles, 411 miles Quad Century option. Rudyard Mackinaw City St. Ignace Cheboygan Pellston The Routes Special Features: Lake Michigan and the Tunnel of Trees Daily destinations include: o Vestaburg o Boyne City o Lake City o Mackinaw City 5 UP ~ 312, 340, 370 miles Special Feature: biking across the Mackinac Bridge Daily destinations include: o Shepherd o Pellston o Lake City o St. Ignace or Rudyard o Central Lake Petoskey Central Lake Boyne City Elk Rapids Grayling Lake City McBain Harrison Vestaburg Shepherd Ithaca 5 EAST ~ 290, 317 miles Special Feature: biking across the Mackinac Bridge Daily destinations include: o Ithaca o Harrison o Grayling o Cheboygan o St. Ignace or Rudyard Private Support Vehicles DALMAC permits private support vehicles solely to accommodate riders who would not otherwise participate. Vehicles and their occupants must display a vehicle tag and wristband showing their presence has been authorized. The services DALMAC provides for non-riders in private support vehicles are limited but do include one to four nights camping and parking. Use of showers must be after 8 pm. Riders may purchase meals and early shower privileges for each of their private SAG occupants for an added fee, otherwise, their meals are not provided. We expect all non-riders to be present during rider check-in to sign a liability waiver and receive a wristband. There is an additional fee when the vehicle driver is accompanied by additional non-riders over the age of 10 years ($5 each). The Route Coordinator (ride leader) will designate where private support vehicles may park, usually dictated by the host facility. 4 5 West Lansing 5 UP 5 East 4 Day West 4 Day West Century Option MSU Private support vehicles must be registered to be in camp and may not arrive prior to noon. Applicants registering a vehicle will receive a packet of materials at registration, including the private support vehicle meeting spots, a map indicating alternative vehicle routes, private support identification, and vehicle and bicycle mileages between meeting spots. For the safety of all riders, private support vehicles may not drive the bicycle route. Cyclists will be held responsible for the conduct of their private support vehicle/crew. We reserve the right to reject future applications or remove riders from the tour without refund for violations of DALMAC rules. Unclaimed private support vehicle packets will be available from the Route Coordinator at each campsite for those joining en route. The private support vehicle registration fee for EACH occupant is $5 over the age of 10.

5 Joshua Nystrom rode the day East route with his dad, Robert Nystrom. Joshua, who began training for the ride in the spring, rode all the miles and had an absolute blast. When asked if he would ride DALMAC again, he emphatically answered, Yes! Photo by Rhonda Nystrom 5 West 338/354 Miles Wednesday to Vestaburg High School 73 Miles Thursday to McBain/Northern Michigan Christian School 74 Miles Friday to Elk Rapids High School 79 Miles Saturday to Petoskey High School 60/76 Miles Sunday to Mackinaw City High School 52 Miles This is the traditional 5 Day route now called 5 West. You will leave MSU with the 5 UP and 5 East riders on Wednesday and overnight at Vestaburg High School. The Thursday overnight is at Northern Michigan Christian School in McBain. On Friday, you will ride through Fife Lake and overnight at Elk Rapids High School, and Saturday night you ll be at Petoskey High School. We ll see all of the important landmarks: the Lake George Campground, Elk Rapids, Alden, the Wall, the Tunnel of Trees, Goodhart and Cross Village. A Saturday alternate route will be offered through Charlevoix. 5 UP 312 to 370 Miles Wednesday to Shepherd High School 71 Miles Thursday to Lake City High School 86 Miles Friday to Central Lake High School 66 Miles Saturday to Pellston High School 62/93 Miles Sunday to St. Ignace or Rudyard High School 27/54 Miles The 5 UP route will leave MSU on Wednesday with the 5 West and 5 East riders. You will share the route until Shepherd High School, your overnight site. Your Thursday overnight site will be at Lake City High School. There is a lunch stop at the Lake George Campground. On Friday, after riding through Kalkaska and Alden, you will stay at Central Lake High School. On your Saturday ride, you will encounter the 5 Tears then continue through East Jordan and Boyne City. There are two options for Saturday. The short route will go north from Bay View to the Pellston Schools. The century option follows the Tunnel of Trees through Goodhart to Cross Village. It then turns south to reconnect with the short route. After a 20 mile ride on Sunday morning, you cross the Mackinac Bridge. On Sunday, you have the option of ending your trip in St. Ignace or Rudyard, 28 miles further along Mackinaw Trail. Either option provides the opportunity to ride across the Mackinac Bridge. Routes and mileage for all route options are subject to change. DALMAC 2016 Route Descriptions 5 East 290/317 Miles Wednesday to Ithaca High School 57 Miles Thursday to Harrison High School 66 Miles Friday to Grayling High School 65 Miles Saturday to Cheboygan High School 76 Miles Sunday to St. Ignace or Rudyard High School 26/53 Miles The 5 East route will head straight up the middle of the state. Your first stop is Dick Allen s alma mater, Ithaca High School. From Ithaca, you will ride north through Alma and Mount Pleasant, past the Soaring Eagle Casino to Harrison High School. On Friday, you will pass Houghton Lake and Higgins Lake on your way to Grayling High School. From Grayling, you follow great scenic treelined country roads to Cheboygan High School. On Sunday, you have the option of ending your trip in St. Ignace or Rudyard, 28 miles further along Mackinaw Trail. Either option provides the opportunity to ride across the Mackinac Bridge. For this route we have done our best to find the shortest distances possible using county roads to get you to Mackinaw and across the Mighty Mac into St. Ignace or Rudyard. 4 Day West 325/411 Miles Thursday to Vestaburg High School 73/109 Miles Friday to Lake City High School 89/101 Miles Saturday to Boyne City High School 92/99 Miles Sunday to Mackinaw City High School 71/102 Miles The short routes: On Thursday, after leaving MSU, you will ride through Perrinton and Alma before taking the Fred Meijer Heartland Trail to Vestaburg High School. Friday s overnight is at Lake City High School after riding through Farwell and Lake George. Be sure to stop at the Lake of the Pines rest stop on Ashard Road for lunch. You ll pass through Kalkaska and Alden and ride up the Wall or the more scenic alternate route on the way to our overnight site at Boyne City High School on Saturday. The last day takes you through Walloon Lake, Petoskey/Bay View, Harbor Springs, the Tunnel of Trees, Goodhart and Cross Village. Thursday s century route will take you through Westphalia and Ionia, then connect with the Fred Meijer Heartland Trail at Sidney then through Sheridan and Edmore to Vestaburg. On Friday, you will ride with the short route until the route splits north of M-61. You will join the other riders at Lake City High School. The route for Saturday begins with a separate route before joining the short route riders for the balance of the day. After The Wall, your overnight site is Boyne City High School. On Sunday, the ride heads south to East Jordan then onto ride the 5 Tears hills. After Ellsworth, continue north through Charlevoix. The route will use the Little Traverse Wheelway from Charlevoix to Petoskey where you will rejoin the other riders. Your day ends in Mackinaw City after riding through Petoskey/Bay View, Harbor Springs, the Tunnel of Trees, Goodhart and Cross Village. 5

6 Cancellations And Refunds DALMAC makes arrangements and expenditures on the strength of the number of entries received and accepted. Riders enrolling online will receive confirmation and a link to review, change, or update their enrollment information. This will allow riders to make corrections to personal and contact information, to change the route for which they have enrolled (subject to route capacity) and to purchase clothing and return transportation (subject to deadline restrictions). Participants will also be able to cancel their enrollment online, subject to processing fees and stated deadlines. Participants who originally enrolled by telephone with the Registrar may also cancel their registration by calling the Registrar ( ext. 2) subject to processing fees and stated deadlines. Absolutely no refunds will be made after July 31, Cancellation insurance may be purchased at an additional cost. Rider Responsibility: Riders acknowledge their responsibility to adhere to all rules of DALMAC when they apply for any DALMAC route. Failure to adhere to these rules may result in termination of their participation. We reserve the right to reject future applications or remove riders from the tour without refund for violations of the DALMAC rules. The DALMAC tour name and logo are trademarks of the Tri-County Bicycle Association and may be used only for official purposes. They may not be placed on clothing, advertising, or souvenir items not authorized by TCBA. Similarly, the use of the DALMAC name or logo for private fundraising efforts is strictly prohibited. Dick Allen on top of the pyramid photo submitted by Judy Drury. Registration Confirmation You will receive confirmation and information providing ride details along with directions to the ride start (registration.) You are required to bring a photo ID for each registered rider. You may also want to bring your registration confirmation. If you have questions about DALMAC : dalmac@biketcba.org Write to: DALMAC P.O. Box Lansing, MI Phone (517) , ext. 2 Rider Check-in All riders must be present at check-in to receive wrist bands and packet, and sign a liability waiver. 5 Day Routes: Tuesday, August 30 from 5-8 p.m. and Wednesday, August 31 from 7-9 a.m. 4 Day Route: Wednesday, August 31 from 5-8 p.m. and Thursday, September 1, from 7-9 a.m. 6 Ride Release and Liability Waiver Each rider and non-rider participant will be required to sign a Ride Release and Liability Waiver at registration. This will release Tri-County Bicycle Association, any sponsor or promoter of the captioned event, all affiliated organizations and the principals, officers, employees or other agents of any of them, from all and every claim for bodily injury, property damage, contribution and/or legal liability of any kind or nature whatsoever. Riders under the age of 18 must return a DALMAC indemnification agreement signed by a parent/guardian. This form will require the parent/guardian to designate an adult who will ride with the minor on the route. Online Application Completing an Application When completing your application, remember the following: DALMAC encourages riders to register online with Regonline. Please go to and click on the Register link. Applications must be submitted online by July 31, Incomplete or improperly completed applications will result in delays or rejection due to routes filling. If an online application cannot be completed, call (517) , Ext. 2 and leave a message requesting assistance from the Registrar. Absolutely no day of event registration.

7 DALMAC 2016 Tour Options and Fees To pay by credit card, register online at ONLINE APPLICATION IS EASY AND CONVENIENT PERSONAL DATA First Name Last Name Sex F M Date of Birth Street Address City State Zip Phone address Emergency Contact Name Phone Is contact on DALMAC? Yes No How many DALMACs have you ridden? If you are a new rider, where did you hear about DALMAC? DALMAC may share information about my participation with the media. Local Newspapers (1) (2) ROUTE CHOICE (5 UP and 5 East route riders MUST select between St. Ignace or Rudyard for their end points) 5 UP Aug. 31-Sept. 4 St. Ignace Rudyard Preteen ($185) Over Age 12 ($250) $ 5 West Aug. 31-Sept. 4 Preteen ($185) Over Age 12 ($250) $ 5 East Aug. 31-Sept. 4 St. Ignace Rudyard Preteen ($185) Over Age 12 ($250) $ 4 Day West Sept. 1-4 Preteen ($155) Over Age 12 ($205) $ VEGETARIAN MEAL REQUESTED CLOTHING: Your clothing order must be placed by June 30. No clothing orders accepted after that date. ITEM PRICE S M L XL 2X 3X Jersey Men s $50 Jersey Women s* $50 Sweatshirt $40 T-Shirt $20 Cap $15 * Women s Jerseys are sized the same as Men s but are 1.5 inches shorter and have no elastic at the bottom. TOTAL PRICE ALL CLOTHING OPTIONS: $ Camping dates at MSU Pavilion Tues 8/30 Wed 8/31 Sun 9/4 $20 per tent/night $ Private Support Vehicle Registration and Vehicle Packet 1: Number of Support People WITHOUT meals age 10 or $5 each $ 2: SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH MEALS 5 Day routes $250/person $ 4 Day West route $205/person $ Return Bus Transportation September 4 (must be paid in advance not transferable) NO BUS TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AFTER JULY 31, $60 $ Late Application Fee Applies to applications submitted after June 30. $25 $ TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $ Cancellation requests processed by June 30 will be subject to a fee of $35. Cancellation requests processed July 1 through July 31 will be subject to fee of $45. Absolutely no refunds will be made after July 31, Please purchase cancellation insurance if denial of a refund would be a hardship. OPTIONAL CANCELLATION INSURANCE Riders may call or go to If you have questions, please visit or call (517) , Ext 2 and leave a message. 7

8 DALMAC Gear All gear items must be ordered no later than June 30, DALMAC Jersey This year s jersey pays tribute to our founder Dick Allen, with his image on the front. The back of the jersey will display many iconic sights riders who have ridden before will recognize from the various locations DALMAC has visited and/or traveled through. The jersey is a Primal Wear sport cut, the same as last year. It offers a slightly relaxed fit, and a full front zipper. Please check the sizing chart to ensure proper fit. For a looser fit, please order one size larger. MEN S CLUB JERSEY (chest) Size Waist Chest Weight Height Small Medium Large X Large XX Large XXX Large WOMEN S SPORT CUT JERSEY Same sizing as men s except inches shorter and no elastic at bottom. front 2016 DALMAC T-Shirt This year s T-shirt is a 100% cotton, preshrunk, tagless shirt. On the front, Dick Allen himself will smile out at the world, showing everyone that you rode the greatest multi-day tour in the state! These shirts use industry standard sizing, so order accordingly DALMAC Sweatshirt The official 2016 DALMAC sweatshirt is a heavy blend, classic, 1/4 zip, cadet collar shirt. This shirt is a 50/50 blend, preshrunk, collared shirt. The color is called blackberry, and is emblazoned with the DALMAC logo, embroidered on the upper left breast DALMAC Cap New this year, we are offering a baseball cap for our riders to don when they are not riding. This light-weight microfiber cap will look great with the DALMAC logo proudly displayed for all to see. The cap is yellow with reflective trim so you will be seen day or night back Once again, DALMAC is proud to work directly with Primal Wear to offer further gear options. Please visit the website listed to explore these options. To order, visit the DALMAC Team Store on PrimalWear.com and create an account. Then you can view options and order: Click for size charts. 8

9 HELMETS REQUIRED TCBA s 100,000 Metre T-Shirt Ride - THE LEDGE AND BEYOND June 11, 2016 APPLICATION (Please print when filling out application/photocopies accepted) NAME BIRTHDATE / / ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE ( ) ADDRESS EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE ( ) EARLY REGISTRATION (CLOSES MAY 9) Age 5 and under (Registration Required) FREE Age 6-17 $7.00 $ Age 18 and over (by day of ride) $12.00 $ After May 9, including day of ride Age 5 and under (Registration Required) FREE Age 6-17 $10.00 $ Age 18 and over (by day of ride) $17.00 $ Optional 5K (3 mile) Ride All Ages (Lunch not included) FREE NOTE: If you would like lunch, please sign up above as a regular registrant. Optional T-Shirt(s) Quantity: x $15.00/each $17.00/for XXL $ (Circle gender & size, send by May 9) MEN S WOMEN S S M L XL XXL TOTAL $ Detach page and mail with a check payable to TCBA to: T-SHIRT RIDE APPLICATION c/o Bob Noble, Knockaderry Dr., Grand Ledge, MI NOTE: Checks may not be deposited until after May 9. PLEASE DO NOT MAIL THIS APPLICATION WITH YOUR DALMAC OR WOMEN ON WHEELS APPLICATION Sponsored by Tri-County Bicycle Association Lansing, Michigan WAIVER AND RELEASE REQUIREMENTS: At registration, you will be required to sign a Ride Release and Liability Waiver. This will release Tri-County Bicycle Association, any sponsor or promoter of the captioned event, all affiliated organizations and the principals, officers, employees or other agents of any of them, from all and every claim for bodily injury, property damage, contribution and/or legal liability of any kind or nature whatsoever. Date Signature PARENTAL CONSENT FOR RIDERS UNDER 18: I, as the parent/guardian of the above named minor, hereby give my permission and consent voluntarily and freely for my child to participate in the above captioned event. I further agree and understand that either I, or the designated representative named below, will sign a Ride Release and Liability Waiver for my child at registration. Signature: (Parent/Guardian) Name of accompanying adult rider: Check here if you plan on riding the gravel road route Tough Biker trail loop option. 9

10 TCBA s 100,000 Metre T-Shirt Ride - THE LEDGE AND BEYOND June 11, 2016 Saturday June 11 is your opportunity to enjoy one of the best rides in Michigan when the Tri-County Bicycle Association s (TCBA) 37th Annual T-Shirt Ride returns to Grand Ledge. The 2016 T-Shirt Ride The Ledge and Beyond is one you don t want to miss. The 2016 T-Shirt ride begins at the Grand Ledge High School (GLHS). This year s event will include a 5K (~3 miles) in-town route option for families and/or riders who are not quite ready for the longer rides. Other riders will have choices of the traditional route distances of 25K (~17 miles), 50K (~34 miles), 100K (~65 miles), and a 45K (~30 miles) gravel road route with a new Tough Biker trail loop option. Don t forget to bring a mountain bike or cross bike if you elect to ride the gravel. A mountain bike is recommended for the challenging 1-mile off road optional Tough Biker loop. All routes start together and split off at different mileage points to form its particular loop. Routes use rural western Eaton County roads. Riders who chose the 100K or the 45K gravel road ride will also venture into eastern Barry and southern Ionia and Clinton Counties. Riders on the 100K route will pass through Vermontville, Woodland and Lake Odessa. Of course, along with all this exercise comes lots of great food. The GLHS Food Service will be serving lunch at the school for riders of the 25K, 50K, 100K routes, 45K gravel road route, and those riders of the 5K in-town route who have paid as a regular registrant. All routes will pass through at least one rest stop with volunteers serving assorted fruits, freshly baked cookies, and beverages. And a new collectable 2016 The Ledge and Beyond T-Shirt Ride shirt is available to purchase with your pre-registration. HELMETS ARE REQUIRED!!!! Where Grand Ledge High School 820 Spring Street Grand Ledge, MI miles west of downtown Lansing, MI just off of M-43 (Saginaw Street) When SATURDAY, June 11, 2016 Registration: 7:00 to 9:30 AM 10 On Road Support: 7:30 AM to 3:00 PM Cost: Pre-Registered Day of Ride Age 5 and under FREE FREE Age 6-17 $ 7.00 $10.00 Age 18 and over $12.00 $17.00 No refunds will be made. No acceptance notice will be sent. Pre-registration must be postmarked by May 9, 2016 T-Shirt The shirt is a long sleeved, non-pocketed, performance wicking shirt imprinted with special graphics for this year s ride. Purchase of the shirt is optional. To be guaranteed a shirt, include it on your application by the May 9 deadline. Men s and women s sizes are available for pre-ordered shirts. A limited number will be available for purchase on the day of the ride. Cost: $15 ($17 for XXL and larger sizes) Lunches Full lunch will be served at the GLHS cafeteria for all routes from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for those who register. (No showers will be available at GLHS the day of the ride) Minors Riders under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or responsible adult who must ride with them. Questions If you have questions, tshirt@biketcba.org or call (517) , ext. 3. Grand Ledge Public High School

11 Women On Wheels Ride July 23, 2016 Saturday, July 23, 2016, is your opportunity to participate in the TCBA s 36th Annual Women On Wheels bicycle tour. The tour travels the scenic country roads southeast of Lansing. There will be a 17-mile loop, a 32-mile loop, and a 50-mile loop. Any combination of routes may be ridden. Where Mason High School 1001 S. Barnes St. Mason, Michigan When Saturday, July 23, 2016 Registration: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. On the road support: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. How Much Pre-Registered* Day of Ride Age 5 and under FREE FREE Age 6-17 $ 7.00 $10.00 Age 18 and over $12.00 $17.00 *Pre-registration must be postmarked by June 13, 2016 No refunds will be made. No acceptance notice will be sent. Only cash or checks will be accepted the day of the ride. T-Shirt Purchase of a T-Shirt is optional. Register by June 13 to guarantee shirt. Limited number available day of ride. Minors Riders under the age of 18 must be accompanied by their parent or responsible adult who must ride with them. Lunch Lunch will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Showers Showers available after riding; bring your own soap and towel. Questions wow@biketcba.org or call (517) , ext. 3. Women On Wheels includes Maps Scenic country roads On the road support (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) Vendors on premises Rest stops: fruit, snacks, water Lunch Showers Suggestions for an enjoyable ride Have bike in good condition Carry a water bottle Bring money for emergencies Follow the rules of the road HELMETS ARE REQUIRED! 11

12 Women On Wheels Ride July 23, 2016 (Please print when filling out application/photocopies accepted) NAME Birthdate / / ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE ( ) ADDRESS EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE ( ) 12 EARLY REGISTRATION (Closes June 13) Age 5 and under (Registration Required) FREE Age 6-17 $7.00 $ Age 18 and over $12.00 $ After June 13 and Day of Ride Age 5 and under (Registration Required) FREE Age 6-17 $10.00 $ Age 18 and over $17.00 $ Optional T-Shirt(s) (Send by June 13) Quantity: x $15.00/each, $17.00 for XXL $ (Circle size, send by June 21) S M L XL XXL TOTAL $ Mail this application with a check payable to TCBA to: Women on Wheels c/o Cheryl Claflin, 365 N. Rogers, Mason, MI NOTE: Checks may not be deposited until after June 13. PLEASE DO NOT MAIL THIS APPLICATION WITH YOUR DALMAC OR T-SHIRT RIDE APPLICATION Sponsored by Tri-County Bicycle Association Lansing, Michigan WAIVER AND RELEASE REQUIREMENTS: At registration, you will be required to sign a Ride Release and Liability Waiver. This will release Tri-County Bicycle Association, any sponsor or promoter of the captioned event, all affiliated organizations and the principals, officers, employees or other agents of any of them, from all and every claim for bodily injury, property damage, contribution and/or legal liability of any kind or nature whatsoever. Date Signature PARENTAL CONSENT FOR RIDERS UNDER 18: I, as the parent/guardian of the above named minor, hereby give my permission and consent voluntarily and freely for my child to participate in the above captioned event. I further agree and understand that either I, or the designated representative named below, will sign a Ride Release and Liability Waiver for my child at registration. SIGNATURE (PARENT/GUARDIAN): NAME OF ACCOMPANYING ADULT RIDER:

13 Tri-County Bicycle Association TUBES-00 ( ) The Tri-County (Ingham/Eaton/Clinton) Bicycle Association is a group of people of diverse ages, backgrounds, and occupations with a common interest bicycling! The members of TCBA have dedicated themselves to: Promoting the use of bicycles for healthful recreation and transportation Educating bicyclists as to their rights and responsibilities. Promoting public awareness of bicyclists rights and responsibilities Organizing club rides and sponsoring invitational tours to introduce others to bicycling Providing instruction in bicycle safety, maintenance, and technique Supporting bicycling throughout Michigan Providing fellowship and communication among persons interested in bicycling 2015 DALMAC PHOTO CONTEST The Tri-County Bicycle Association collected photo submissions from 2015 DALMAC riders of their experiences. DALMAC narrowed the submissions to the top four. Several submissions are included throughout this booklet. The winner of the 2015 contest was Shelley R. Spivack, capturing the sunrise on Day 2 of her ride which is featured on page 1. Membership in TCBA is open to anyone who is at least 12 years of age and interested in bicycling. Younger riders may participate as part of a family membership. We meet on the last Thursday of each month to hear talks on bicycling, to discuss upcoming rides and events, and to handle other association affairs. Members receive a monthly newsletter to keep them up-todate on happenings within the club and information about riding opportunities outside of the mid-michigan area. The club sponsors a regularly updated rideline (TUBES-00/ ) announcing rides not listed in the club newsletter ( Members may also register to receive weekly s of unlisted rides. Come join us in the friendship, fun, and health that are the essence of bicycling! Photo submitted by Sam Davis. Membership Benefits Receive our monthly newsletter, the Chainwheel Chatter, listing club rides, social events, updates on bicycle legislation, and available items for sale. Get to know others interested in bicycling while participating in organized rides departing throughout the tri-county area Enjoy healthful exercise and improve riding skills while discovering areas of mid-michigan you may have missed Attend entertaining and informative monthly club meetings featuring tips on bicycle technique, training, and touring Serve the tri-county community by participating in the club s Advocacy Program Receive automatic mailing of Event Applications booklet. 13

14 Tri-County Bicycle Association Membership Application TCBA prefers that you use the membership form on our website: join.biketcba.org. Our on-line membership system will an invoice to you and send you a renewal reminder. You may then pay dues by mailing a check or using a credit card on-line. On-line payments are processed by PayPal. We ask for personal information from each of our members. Some information is required. Please print when filling out application by hand. Photocopies accepted. Date: New Or RenewalMembership? Name of the Individual or primary Family member. Postal Address First Middle Last Birthdate Phone Name of the second Family member. Name of the third Family member. Name of the fourth Family member. Name of the fifth Family member. Membership Fees City State Zip Family Memberships: Additional Family Members First Middle Last Birthdate Phone First Middle Last Birthdate Phone First Middle Last Birthdate Phone First Middle Last Birthdate Phone Would you like your name(s) listed on a public club membership roster? Yes No One Year Three (or more) Year(s) INDIVIDUAL (age 12 and up) FAMILY INDIVIDUAL (age 12 and up) FAMILY years at $10/year at $13/year at $ 8/year at $10/year TOTAL $ 14 Print this form, write your check to "Tri-County Bicycle Association" and mail to TCBA - Membership P.O. Box Lansing, MI

15 TRI-COUNTY BICYCLE ASSOCIATION SHARE THE ROAD, SHARE THE APPLICATION! 2016 Event Applications Photo of riders crossing the Mighty Mac submitted by Leta O Connor. DALMAC riders on the 7 sisters submitted by John Olbrot DALMAC August 31 September 4, ,000 METRE T-SHIRT RIDE June 11, 2016 WOMEN ON WHEELS RIDE July 23, Application Design by MDOT MDOT

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