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2013 Tour de Tonka - Saturday, August 3
Tour de Tonka, an annual Minnetonka Community Education multi-distanced bicycle ride through Lake Minnetonka communities for cyclists of all ages, promotes and celebrates healthy lifestyles, friendship, teamwork, and recreation through the collaboration of cities, sponsors, local charities and hundreds of volunteers.
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New TdT Rider Jersey Unveiled!
The new Tour de Tonka jersey will be available for purchase soon! We'll announce the sale date on Facebook and Twitter in a few weeks. Men's and women's sizes will be available. |
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Rider Spotlight: John & Jack Meredith
The father-son team of John and Jack Meredith have participated in all seven Tour de Tonka rides. During their first ride in 2006, Jack was in first grade and successfully completed the 26-mile course on a single speed bike with 14-inch wheels - truly amazing! Learn more about John & Jack |
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Safety Tip: Bicycle Tire Pressure
If your tire is rated up to 180 psi it does not necessarily mean you should pump it up that hard. Read an article from Cycling-inform.com to determine the recommended front and rear tire pressure for your body size and route context. Learn more |
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Fun Fact: Hotel Del Otero
Between the years 1885-1945, the Hotel Del Otero resided in the location of the Minnetonka Mist Condominiums of Spring Park. Riders on the 51- and 43-mile routes will pass by this location. The hotel was built by James J. Hill as a destination resort. Some of the amenities included: a casino, dance pavilion, boats available for guests and a bowling alley. A fire destroyed the hotel in 1945. Learn more |
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Miles of Smiles Youth Ride - Monday, July 29
Children ages 4-8 are welcome to join us for the Miles of Smiles ride Monday, July 29 at 6:30 pm at the Minnetonka Community Education Center. Choose from 2-, 4- or 7-mile routes. Cost is $15 prior to the event, $20 day of the event. Learn more |
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Calling All Volunteers!
Whether it's guarding a corner, serving as route captain, or helping with registration and parking, Tour de Tonka volunteers are the best and they are what makes this great event possible. Last year, 487 people volunteered and we're hoping to continue the success this year! To learn more about volunteer opportunities (we have spots available for riders and non-riders) or to register, click here. |
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Ride as a Group and Save
Gather your friends, family, neighbors and co-workers and create a group of riders for the 2013 Tour de Tonka. Groups of 10 or more riders will receive a discount. Download the group rider packet |
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Ride as a Family and Save
Families of 3+ riders will receive $15 off their total registration when they register using a 2013 Tour de Tonka Family Discount Coupon. Stop by the Minnetonka Community Education Center or call 952-401-6800 to sign-up today! Coupons cannot be redeemed online. Print the coupon |
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Sponsor Spotlight: Cub Foods Minnetonka
Cub Foods Minnetonka has been locally owned and operated since 1984. Their store is located on the northeast corner of County Road 101 and Highway 7, near Tour de Tonka ride-day headquarters at Minnetonka High School. Be sure to stop by Cub June 14-16. The Tour de Tonka committee will be selling brats and hotdogs to raise money for the event! Learn more |
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