Tips for the Rider
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600k
Tips – The 1000km route follows the 400km brevet route, then the
600km brevet route’s second loop as far as Kersey. Please view the tips for the 600km as far as Kersey. Note that the FINISH procedures are different.
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Finish-Line
Check in – As in years past, pre-finish
check in is at my house in
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The
1000k Route Concept –
v Companionship - You
will share the first loop with all the riders on the 400k and 600k, and with
the 600k riders on the first half of their second loop. You may wish to make arrangements with 600k
riders who are planning to start the second loop as you plan to do.
v Easier and Easier! - As so
much of endurance riding is mental, I (who have ridden it twice) like to think
of this 1000k this way: each loop is “easier” (or at the very least
indisputably different). The first loop
has the biggest climbs and largest volume of climbing, albeit fresh and in the
company of other riders. The second loop
is shorter, with very little climbing.
That’s a break. The third loop is
shorter still, more scenic, with climbs less strenuous than the first day. And if you are of a particularly conceptual
bent, there is also a “bookend” facet: you can enjoy Glen Haven cinnamon rolls
on both the first and final loops. Take
this upbeat concept for what it’s worth!
Make sure that you turn in your brevet card. If for some reason you need to clarify your
result, have lost your card, etc., leave a message on 303-604-1163.
Here is the waiver you sign at ride-registration
(based upon LAB and RMCC waiver):
WAIVER: In signing below, I acknowledge that I understand this waiver’s intent, and I for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and representatives, do hereby agree and will absolve and hold harmless the Rocky Mountain Cycling Club, Randonneurs USA, and any other parties connected with this event/these events in any way, from and against any blame and liability for any harm, loss, inconvenience or any other damage of any kind whatsoever, which may result from or be connected in any way from my participation in this event/these events.
In addition to the absolute and unqualified release from all liability, I hereby represent that I am physically capable of participated in this event/these events; that my bicycle and any other equipment I may use is in good working condition; that I will observe all applicable traffic and event rules; and that I will wear a helmet and generally conduct myself in a safe and prudent manner while participating in the event(s); that I undertake this ride as a personal bike tour and take responsibility for my own safety.
I further agree to abide by the rules for riders of
brevets. I certify that I am a member in good standing of the Rocky Mountain
Cycling Club, and that I have read this waiver and release and understand its
significance.