One of the greatest things about cycling is the ability to see beautiful areas while exercising. If you've never left Gilbert, AZ to ride, think about participating in the Saturday, Oct. 30th Tour de Safford. A beautiful area located in southeastern Arizona, Safford is a small, rural town with rugged mountain backdrops, rolling hills that we Phoenicians have to hunt for to ride and acres of farmland majestically carpeting wide areas of riding.
The route options being offered on this first-ever bike ride benefiting Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center are 104 miles, 69 miles and 33 miles. Those choosing the 104-mile route will traverse through downtown Safford, Solomon, the Black Hills of Greenlee County, Duncan and just beside Ash Peak before ending at the Safford Regional Airport. The fee to register is $60. If you are preparing for the Tour de Scottsdale on Oct. 3, the 70-mile ride would serve as a great warm-up ride for this century just four weeks later.
The tour is part of the Mount Graham Regional Medical Center Foundation's annual Healthraiser's Event. Besides the tour, the event offers a 1/2 Marathon, Classic Car Show, Poker Run, Motorcycle Show and Airplane Exhibition along with live music throughout the day. Family and friends of riders are welcome to enjoy the other events while waiting for their rider to return. Admission to the entire Healthraisers event is $5. Food vendors will also be on hand providing a light breakfast for those who arrive early and then a full lunch menu later in the day.
Cyclists and their families can arrange to make a weekend of by visiting the Graham County Chamber of Commerce website for information on lodging and restaurants.
Other important facts to note:
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ALL RIDERS MUST WEAR A CPSC HELMET!
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NO AERO BARS ARE ALLOWED!
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Automatic Platinum Designation - Granted for all current Perimeter Bicycling Platinum Designated riders.
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Platinum Designation - Awarded for all male riders who complete the Tour de Safford 104 mile event in under 5 hours. Female riders completing the 104 mile event in 5 hours and 30 minutes will receive the Platinum Designation. These Platinum Designations will be honored at El Tour de Tucson.
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Once Registration Has Been Paid, There Will Be No Refunds. Event Will Not Be Canceled Due To Inclement Weather.
- T-shirt and Medallion for participation are guaranteed if registration is received by Sept. 30.
Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center is located in Safford, AZ, and is the primary source of healthcare for both Graham and Greenlee Counties. Named after the area's most striking landmark, Mt Graham Regional Medical Center is as committed to providing the finest healthcare to our valley's residents today as it was when it opened over 36 years ago.
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