Tour de Wyoming
to benefit Cycle Wyoming by promoting cycling across the State of Wyoming
Tour de Wyoming 2010
July 18-23
It's the Tri-state, Two Lake ride through southwest Wyoming and bits of Utah and Idaho
Limited to 350 Riders
Ride Right! on the Tour de Wyoming. Please review our Rules of the Road.
Click here for the Tour Participant Newsletter.
2010 Participant List
FAQs and Details
Volunteers Info
2010 Registration
Non-rider Registration
2010 Route
2010 Costs
2010 Jerseys
Motel Listing
What to Expect With This Event
What to Bring
Training Schedule
2010 Planning Committee Members
Event Sponsors and Supporters
Contact Us

Getting to the Start

We gather on Saturday, July 17 at the Lincoln Middle School in Green River.


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Route Summary

Day 1, July 18: Green River to Kemmerer

On this day we start by winding our way out of Green River. Use caution in town, especially with the one underpass (it lacks any shoulders). Once out of town, our route parallels Interstate 80, along WY374. After the initial turn onto the route, riding conditions are good. Traffic is primarily workers heading to the soda ash mines. We go right in front of Little America, a large truck stop/restaurant. We must go onto Interstate 80 for approximately 3 miles. Then our route follows U.S. 30 to Kemmerer. Traffic along this route can be heavy with many large trucks. The shoulder is good, although there are rumble strips much of the way.

Day 2, July 19: Kemmerer to Garden City

The primary concern on the route for this day is the narrow to very narrow highway once we enter Utah. There are also limited opportunities to set up our rest stops. On the good side, there are plenty of facilities along the way. There is a steep downhill beginning at 41.3 miles and running for about 4 miles. Use caution on this 6 to 7 % grade that is very curvey. Note, signage is tough in Utah due to a different type of delineator post that doesn’t work with our signs.

Day 3, July 20: Garden City to Cokeville

Once again we have some vary narrow roads, especially in Utah. Once in Idaho, the shoulder comes and goes. Feel free to relax a bit in Montpelier but if you don’t get to the final rest stop before it closes, you will be on your own.

Day 4, July 21: Cokeville to Mountain View

Traffic can be heavy from Cokeville to Kemmerer but shoulders are generally good. Once we go onto WY412 the road narrows but traffic is considerably lower. Note the distances between rest stops. It’s a long day but we added one extra rest stop for the day. There is a very hazardous separation in pavement at the Port of Entry at Kemmerer exit. The crack is just a bit bigger than the width of a tire – use extreme caution.

Day 5, July 22: Mountain View to Manila, UT

The route is good to start and then narrows and stays narrow much of the route. Then it gets even narrower when we enter Utah. From Utah to Manila the road is narrow with very short sight distances. This can be particularly dangerous for our support drivers. PLEASE DO NOT DOUBLE BACK ON THIS SECTION. NO BIKES ON OPPOSITE SIDE OF THE ROAD UNLESS IT’S AN EMERGENCY. Note, too, that sites for setting up our rest stops are extremely meager; getting a rest stop location was difficult.

Day 6, July 23: Manila to Green River

The route is rolling with a few climbs but with good shoulder. Then the fun part: the final 7 miles are downhill as you go into Green River. Be safe but have fun.

Registration

Registration in 2010 was by lottery.
Registration for the 2010 Tour has closed.


SPECIAL ENTERTAINMENT!!

dancing
Have we got a treat for you! This year's Tour de Wyoming will also be a Tour de Music.
In addition to viewing the Wonderful Wyoming landscape (OK, and a bit of Utah and Idaho), you can also get a hint of the variety of music in Wyoming.

Our special music entertainment for our evenings are listed below. The public is welcome and we especially encourage local residents to come take in the live music.

Day 1 - Kemmerer - Brian Ragsdale of Green River will entertain us at Triangle Park in the middle of downtown Kemmerer.
Click here to get a sample of Brian's music

Day 3 - Cokeville - Quicksand - this four-person band out of Afton plays a wide variety of genres - country western, soft rock, etc.

Day 4 - Mountain View - Jalan Crossland is back! Jalan has played for the Tour a number of times. Last time, though, the music was aborted due to a truly awesome rain/hail storm.

Click here to get a sample of Jalan's music

Day 5 - Manila - Our annual Talent Show! It is not a contest but every brave participant wins a prize!


Non-Rider Registration

If you have someone coming along for the week who is neither a rider or a volunteer, they must register as a non-rider if they plan to use any of our overnight facilities.
The Non-rider fee of $30 does not include group lodging or camping at the Garden City KOA. There is an additional $10 fee for those wishing to camp with our group or use our group cabins.
Non-riders may also sign up for the breakfast or dinner meal plans.
CLICK HERE for the Non-rider entry form.
Mail a check or money order and the signed Tour Waiver to:
Cycle Wyoming (this is also who you make the check out to)
1116 Albin St.
Laramie, WY 82072

Volunteers

fixing lunch
CLICK HERE for the 2010 Volunteer Manual.
The Tour de Wyoming is a 100% volunteer effort.
The volunteer slots are already filled for 2010.
There are no paid staff on the tour - everyone helping make it possible is a volunteer.
Volunteers also make the Tour happen on the road.
Because volunteers are so valuable to us, there is one way to ensure your entry in the ride:
Bring a volunteer (who is available the entire ride).
Volunteers must contact the Tour Director via e-mail at: atravsky@wyoming.com about wanting to be a volunteer.
There are limited slots available and they are open on a first-come basis.
Volunteer Positions:
Sag Support: Drive the route, helping riders if needed and refreshing supplies at the rest stop. The vehicle for this task needs to carry at least a couple people and their bikes. A big RV or trailer set-up DOES NOT WORK for this position due to the need to pull over off the highway frequently.
Rest Stop Support: Provide goodies (food and water) at a rest stop out on the route. The best vehicle for this is any type that has room to haul food. RVs and camping trailers are fine since our rest stop sites usually are good sized.
Sign Picker-Upper: Pick up the signage once the last riders have passed. This is a great chore for a late riser who has their own vehicle.
Water supply: Drive one of our two water support vehicles to provide water at the rest stops. This position requires either a pick-up truck that can hold a water tank, or a vehicle that can pull a trailer with a water tank.
What you get as a volunteer:
Free breakfast and dinner meal plans.
Free T-shirt.
Reimburse gas costs while on the route.
All the rest stop food you want.
Registration slot for one rider.
Appreciation, appreciation, appreciation!
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Note: at this time we are looking only for full-time volunteers. We do not have slots for people hoping to ride some days and volunteer other days. We'll go that route only if we have volunteer slots left unfilled as we get close to the starting date of the event.

Medical Support: If you have medical background and can help us out with this, we'd have you carry few first aid supplies on your bike. We provide first aid only and transport to medical aid. Riding medics enter as regular riders with the lottery and pay full entry fee.

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Tour de Wyoming Jerseys

The Tour de Wyoming offers Event Jerseys to commemorate your accomplishment.
As we pedal our way past both Bear Lake and Flaming Gorge Reservoir, no doubt you'll see a good number of anglers casting for trout.
The 2010 jersey design illustrates one of Wyoming's other pastimes - aside from pedaling a bike - with a fly-caster.
This lovely 4-color jersey is $58 at the time of registration. A limited number will be available at the Tour in July for $62.

If you did not order a jersey at registration, you can still order one up to May 1.

To order a jersey
CLICK HERE for the order form.

    Our jerseys are made by Revi of Euromesh material, with the same size and cut as the 2007 jerseys.
  • The jerseys have a hidden zipper in the front and set-in sleeves
  • Revi-X Moisture Management Treated- Fast wick Fast Dry
  • Will keep wearer cooler when it is hot. Warmer when it is cool.
  • Engineered Stretch and recovery- ensures comfortable fit.
  • No Pill surface for a long wearing beautiful garment.
  • Best for all climates

We offer both Men's and Women's Cuts with the following Size Chart:
X SmallSmallMediumLargeX LargeXX Large
33-3533-3535-3838-4141-4545-49

Note: XS is shorter than small with same chest.
Those who pre-order will get the opportunity to exchange with another size, if needed and available, before we offer the extra available jerseys for sale.


What to Bring

The following is a guideline on what to bring.
Adapt as you see fit and remember to stay within the weight limits.
Toiletries
Bike Clothes
Street Clothes
Gear
Shampoo
2 bike shorts
1 shorts
Tools & bike bag
Conditioner
bike jerseys
1 pants/jeans
Water bottles
Toothbrush/floss
Sports bras
2 T-shirts
Spare tube
Towel & wash cloth
4 Socks
1 bra
CO2 cartridge/pump
Razor/makeup
Bike shoes
Underwear
Lube & rag
Chamois butter
Helmet
1 socks
Rearview mirror
Moisturizer
Sunglasses
street shoes
Misc
Deodorant
Gloves
Swimsuit
Cortisone cream
Face & Body lotion
1 long-sleeved jersey
Jacket/Sweatshirt
Cell phone & charger
Brush
1 long pants/tights
Cap
Snacks as desired
Lip balm
Rain gear
Camping Gear
Ibuprofen
Sunscreen
Jacket
Tent
Pen & Paper
Bug repellant
Pad & Sleeping bag

What To Expect

The Tour de Wyoming is a fully supported tour.
We carry your luggage each day, provide rest stops with food and drink, and provide camping at schools (indoor and outdoor options) each evening.
SAG support is available to pick you up on the route, if needed.
During the ride, we have medics and mechanics on the road (they are riding bikes, too). We have bike mechanics available at the end of each day as well as massage therapists. Purchase meal plans for breakfasts and dinners, all provided as fundraisers by local civic groups.

We are sticklers for safety. All riders MUST keep to the right "as far as practical" when on the Tour de Wyoming. This means pacelines are not allowed to impede traffic. Our roads are open to motor vehicles and we must SHARE THE ROAD.

If you prefer a bit of pampering for the week, contact the Shuttleguy for their services.
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2010 fees

Adult Rider Entry
$175
Youth Rider Entry
Age 14 and under
$135
Volunteer Entry
FREE!
Breakfast Meal Plan
- for each morning of the ride
$30
Evening Meal Plan
- for each night we have a civic group fix dinner
$50
Non-riders/Non-volunteers
$30 for use of overnight locations except Garden City.
At Garden City, any personal sag vehicles must reserve their own slot at the KOA.
Age 15 and under - no facility use charge
Non-riders may also purchase meal plans.
    What you get:
  • Luggage transport (one bag to 50 pounds OR 2 bags, neither over 40 pounds)
  • Overnight accommodations (usually at schools) - camp indoors or outside
    If you prefer motels, make your own arrangments.
  • Rest stop food and water/drink
  • Mechanical support
  • Sag pick-up support

Tour de Wyoming on Facebook!

In an attempt to keep up with the times, the Tour de Wyoming now has a Group page on Facebook.
If you are on the site, be sure to join the "Tour de Wyoming Riders and Volunteers" group.

Tour de Wyoming Sponsors and Contributors


Shaun S. Shafer, MD
Opthamology


Tom A. Nachtigal, MD

WyoMed Laboratory, Inc.
(in Laramie)

The Tour de Wyoming is Endorsed by:


Check out photos of past Tours: 2009,2008, 2007, 2006, more 2006,and 2005

Planning Committee Members
Planning Committee
The Tour de Wyoming is a purely volunteer organization.
The following individuals are making the Tour de Wyoming 2010 possible:
Name
City
State
George Barnes
Cheyenne
WY
Mitch Bock
Laramie
WY
Birdie Boltz
Laramie
WY
Van Jacobson
Laramie
WY
Keith Koenig
Cheyenne
WY
Peggy McCrackin
Laramie
WY
Mike Millam
Laramie
WY
Alan Moore
Laramie
WY
Cindy Moore
Laramie
WY
Sue Neizgoda
Terre Haute
IN
Ron Phillips
Thermopolis
WY
Tom Riedel
Laramie
WY
Beth Rintz
Laramie
WY
Shaun Shafer
Laramie
WY
Lowell Spackman
Laramie
WY
Amber Travsky
Laramie
WY
Angie Varca
Laramie
WY
Jackie Walker
Laramie
WY
Casey Wood
Laramie
WY
Meg Wood
Laramie
WY
Bob Young
Laramie
WY
Carolyn Young
Laramie
WY
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To contact Tour de Wyoming staff via email: atravsky@wyoming.com

Other contact info: Tour de Wyoming
1116 Albin St.
Laramie, WY 82072
(307) 742-5840
Email is the preferred method for making contact.

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