As the Tour the Raccoon gets a little closer and the weather is finally warming up, not to mention that the gale force winds are calming down, registrations are really picking up. There is only ten more days to pre-register for the inaugural ride and three weeks to finalize preparations and training.

 

Yes you can register after June 1st. We will be accepting “same day” registrations at Waukee Cycling from 6 to 10 AM Saturday morning but if you wait you’ll have to pack everything in your vehicle, drive to Waukee, park your vehicle for the night, stand in line to register then start your ride. If you pre-register, you can drop your bags off at any Des Moines Bike World anytime the week before the ride, get up Saturday morning, eat a nice breakfast and begin your ride right from your own driveway.

 

To Register go to www.dmcycleclub.com

 

Your $50 on-line registration fee not only goes to support the Des Moines Cycle Club but look at all the stuff you get.

  • Printed 09 Tour the Raccoon Luggage Tag to mark your bag
  • Printed 09 Tour the Raccoon Backpack to carry all your extras
  • Printed 09 Tour the Raccoon t-shirt
  • Bag transportation from any Des Moines Bike World to the campground in Jefferson.
  • Or Bag transportation from Waukee Cycling to the campground in Jefferson the day of the ride start.
  • Designated camping at the Jefferson High School
  • Free showers (bring a towel)
  • $10 on-line discount to join the Des Moines Cycle Club
  • Special addition route map and “things to do” brochure
  • Many “in the bag” discount coupons and samples from ride sponsors and area businesses.

* Luggage tags, Backpacks and t-shirts are guaranteed for all who pre-register on-line. These items are “while supplies last” for those who register the day of the ride.