Saturday, July 19, 2008
New: Click here to download a brochure
Join us for a bicycle tour along the beautiful shore of Lake Superior, starting and ending in Duluth, MN.
This will be a family oriented ride with rest stops and distances for riders of all abilities.
Check back for further details or email us at:
splitrocktour@yahoo.com
New: Click here to download a brochure
Join us for a bicycle tour along the beautiful shore of Lake Superior, starting and ending in Duluth, MN.
This will be a family oriented ride with rest stops and distances for riders of all abilities.
Check back for further details or email us at:
splitrocktour@yahoo.com
The Split Rock Tour FAQ
1) What distances are offered for this ride?
The distances are 15, 40, 60, and 100 miles. All routes are out-and-back along the beautiful North Shore of Lake Superior. The distances correspond to the Rest Stops provided at Brighton Beach (15), Knife River (40), and Two Harbors (60). One more additional Rest Stop will be located at Gooseberry State Park prior to the turn around at Split Rock State for those riding the 100 mile ride.
2) Where do I register/check-in the day of the ride?
New for this year, we will be using the Ordean Building at 424 West Superior Street in downtown Duluth. See the brochure for directions. We will be using the lower lobby of the building located on Michigan Street. Parking ramp directly across the street, on Michigan Street, will have free parking. Note: If you are using a car top bike carrier, there is not clearance for bikes in the ramp. You will have to take the bikes off before entering the ramp or park across the highway in Playfront Park.
3) Where will the proceeds from the ride go?
100% of your entry fee will be donated to Courage Duluth and Union Gospel Mission. All costs associated with putting on the event are paid for by donations from our sponsors and supporters. Additional donations to Courage Duluth or Union Gospel Mission are greatly appreciated.
4) Is there a family friendly route?
Participants have the option to check-in and then drive up to the edge of town and start their ride at Brighton Beach. This is about a 7 mile drive. This way the ride through town is avoided. From Brighton Beach riders follow the Old Scenic Highway 61. This is a two lane road with very wide shoulders that follows the shoreline of Lake Superior. This is the same route that the popular Grandma's Marathon follows every June. It is relatively flat between Brighton Beach and Knife River, a 25 mile round trip.
5) Are there any challenges to this ride?
This route is mostly flat with some rolling hills. Weather can create some bigger challenges. Wind can be a factor along Lake Superior. Keep in mind that if you have a tailwind on the way out, you will have a headwind coming back. Be prepared for varied weather conditions. Sudden weather changes can occur along the big lake with afternoon storms that can bring winds, rain, and 10-20 degree drops in temperature over a very short period of time. Temperatures can be 5-10 degrees cooler along the shoreline than away from it.
