From the Southern Colorado Tour de Cure
The second annual Southern Colorado Tour de Cure will return to Woodland Park, Colo., with its the challenging hills and spectacular scenery on June 16, 2012, for the American Diabetes Association’s signature fundraising cycling event.

The Southern Colorado Tour de Cure made its debut last May with 240 registered riders who helped raise over $100,000 ... the most successful inaugural Tour de Cure event in the country last year. There are over 80 Tour events in 43 states with more than 40,000 of cyclists pedaling to Stop Diabetes®. In Colorado, 316,000 people have diabetes and 900,000 more have prediabetes.

Photos from the 2011 Tour de Cure

“We are looking to grow our numbers in terms of riders, teams and corporate sponsors in 2012,” said Kelly Jackson, Tour Director for the American Diabetes Association. “In 2011, we drew riders from all over Southern Colorado. We are looking forward to putting on another fun, safe day of riding.”
 
All proceeds will be used to support programs for kids in Southern Colorado as well as awareness, advocacy and education. The ADA hopes to raise $135,000 this year.
 
Woodland Park
Cyclists will have the choice of four routes that begin in Woodland Park and include beautiful views of the South Platte River and the north side of Pikes Peak: A casual family ride of 14 miles, a 50-mile out-and-back to Deckers, a challenging 86-mile ride with 6,100 feet of climbing, a special Mountain Bike Trail Route.
 
Riders and teams can sign up online here.
 
“People living with diabetes need to watch their diet and increase their physical fitness to battle the disease,” said Charlie Snyder, the organizing committee chair. “The Tour de Cure provides a perfect opportunity for diabetics to get physically fit by training for the Tour de Cure. And then they lead the way on the day of the event wearing their Red Rider jerseys.”
 
The Red Rider program started in Colorado six years ago, is now a staple for all Tour de Cure events nationally. Red Riders are given special treatment and recognition at the Tour de Cure events. “They are a constant reminder of why we ride,” said Jackson.
 
Avid cyclists, children and riders of all ages and ability levels participate in the Tour de Cure, which features complete medical and mechanical support throughout all courses. Riders, family and friends will be guests at a post-ride party with food, drinks, music, free massages, and a Health and Wellness Village.
 
FYI ... November is American Diabetes Month ...learn more here.
 
CONTACT:
Kelly Jackson
American Diabetes Association Tour Director
720.855.1102 ext. 7020
 
Charlie Snyder
Southern Colorado Tour de Cure Chair
719.432.7812

csnyder34@yahoo.com