2015 Ride Guide BEST ON A BIKE THE AUGUST 1-2, 2015 AUGUST 1-2

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1 THE BEST TWO DAYS ON A BIKE AUGUST 1-2 AUGUST 1-2, 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

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS CHECK IN EARLY... Page 3 TRANSPORTATION Friday, July 31, from Madison... Page 4 Saturday, August 1, from Madison... Page 5 Saturday, August 1, from Pewaukee... Page 5 Saturday, August 1, from UW-Whitewater... Page 5 Sunday, August 2, from UW-Whitewater... Page 5 Sunday, August 2, from Madison... Page 5 Luggage... Page 5 LODGING Friday Evening, July 31 Hotels... Page 6 Saturday, August 1 Reserving Your Dorm Room & Camping.. Page 7 Linens... Page 7 Guests... Page 7 ON THE ROUTE What to Bring... Page 8 On-Route Support... Page 8 Mechanical Assistance... Page 8 Safety... Page 8 Support & Gear... Page 8 in whitewater Bike Lock-Up... Page 9 Items to Pick Up... Page 9 Lodging, Linens and Luggage... Page 9 Dinner and Breakfast... Page 9 Massages, Swimming and Evening Program at Party Tent... Page 9 best dam bike tour schedule... Page 10 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 CHECK IN EARLY 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, Be ready to ride! Visit one of the convenient Pre-Ride 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 6940 N. Santa Monica Blvd. Fox Point, WI Tuesday, July 14 ERIK S Bike Shop 6610 Seybold Rd. Madison, WI Wednesday, July 15 Wheel & Sprocket W. Capitol Dr. Brookfield, WI Thursday, July 16 ERIK S Bike Shop 1651 Thierer Rd. Madison, WI Monday, July 20 Wheel & Sprocket 5722 S. 108th St. Hales Corners, WI TUESDAY, July 21 Wheel & Sprocket 528 Wells St. Delafield, WI Friday, JULY 31 WCTC Building 11 a.m. 6 p.m. 800 Main St. Pewaukee, WI National Multiple Sclerosis Society- Wisconsin Chapter Office 1120 James Dr. Ste. A Hartland, WI WEDNESDAY, July 22 THURSDAY, JULY 23 FRIDAY, JULY a.m. 4 p.m. MONDAY, July a.m. 4 p.m. TUESDAY, JULY 28 WEDNESDAY, July a.m. 7 p.m. CHECK IN EARLY 3

4 TRANSPORTATION Locations WPS Health Insurance 1717 W. Broadway Madison, WI Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) 800 Main St. Pewaukee, WI Important! Bike and Rider transportation reservations are required. Call 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 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. 4 TRANSPORTATION

5 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 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 Attending the Saturday night festivities but need to catch a bus to WCTC or WPS? Head to the bus right after the evening program. 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). TRANSPORTATION 5

6 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 Super Plaza Ct. Waukesha, WI Best Western 2840 N Grandview Blvd. Pewaukee, WI ? Stop by the volunteer check-in/information tent if you have questions when you re at the Bike MS: TOYOTA Best Dam Bike Tour. 6 LODGING

7 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 for further information. LODGING 7

8 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 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. Printed 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 Mechanical support Fruit First aid 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. 8 ON THE ROUTE

9 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 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. IN WHITEWATER 9

10 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) 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) 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) 10 BEST DAM BIKE TOUR SCHEDULE

11 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 wisms.org info.wisms@nmss.org 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 FIGHT-MS ( ). BEST DAM BIKE TOUR SCHEDULE 11

12 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 This program is made possible through a partnership with Genzyme and MS One to One and Primal Wear, Inc. stay connected Look for event updates through and on Facebook at facebook.com/ mssocietywi and Twitter at twitter.com/mssocietywi. Join the conversation through social media by tagging your event posts and photos with #bestdambiketour.