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El Tour de Tucson PROLOGUE ALERTS
Be sure to check your bike completely over prior to arrival. Check your tires, tubes, chain, pedals, cleats, etc. are all in good working order. We will have a mechanic on site and the tools to make some repairs, and of course, we will have tubes, tires, floor pumps etc. If you have electric shifting REMEMBER FULLY CHARGE YOUR BATTERIES and bring your charging cords! Pack your helmet, shoes, lights (front and rear), water bottles, bike computer. Plan for weather and pack accordingly. Daily average highs will be around 70, and lows around 45.
NUTRITION & HYDRATION There will be plenty of Skratch and Athletic Greens nutrition and hydration products. If you have other fuel preferences, reminder to pack them.
PROLOGUE BENEFITS LOCAL KIDS WITH 550 BIKES! Proceeds from the El Tour Prologue will help support Tucson Bikes for Change, an initiative to provide 550 bicycles, plus helmets, locks and an entry in El Tour de Tucson to children in need in the Tucson area. In 2021, El Tour and USA Cycling’s Let’s Ride program gave away 50 bikes to kids in need. This year we will give out 550 bikes!
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El Tour de Tucson PROLOGUE Schedule THURSday - November 17, 2022 - ARRIVAL 8:00 am
Arrival in Tucson
8:00 am
Bicycle Set-up and Assembly by Skilled Mechanics
12:00 pm
Guests can begin checking in at DoubleTree Downtown Tucson Convention Center Foyer
2:30 pm
Afternoon Ride to the Mission Xavier del Bac – 20 miles
5:30 pm
Margarita Reception with Pros - El Mezquite Grill Patio at the DoubleTree
6:30 pm
Official Welcome to the Prologue
7:00 pm
Professional Photos with Prologue Pros
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El Tour de Tucson PROLOGUE Schedule FRIday - November 18, 2022 7:00 am
Breakfast Sponsored by the Little Nell - DoubleTree Gem Ballroom Coffee available in Lobby starting at 6:00 am
8:00 am
Pro Tips/Q&A
8:30 am
Prologue Gates Pass Ride – 35 Miles - shorter distance available Mid-Ride Regroup & Instruction - re-fuel by Skratch Group Photo at Scenic Overlook at Gates Pass Continue Ride - re-fuel by Skratch Ride back to DoubleTree
11:30 am
Lunch Sponsored by Primal - DoubleTree Gem Ballroom
1:00 pm
Bobby & Jens – Live Podcast Doubletree Gem Ballroom Watch the first live podcast of Bobby Julich & Jens Voigt!
5:00 pm 6:30 pm
El Tour Eve Reception - El Mezquite Grill Patio at the DoubleTree Dinner, Drinks and Socializing Thank you to our partner USA Cycling
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El Tour de Tucson PROLOGUE Schedule SATURday - November 19, 2022 5:00 am
DoubleTree Restaurant - DoubleTree Gem Ballroom Light Pre-Ride Breakfast Sponsored by ENERGE
5:30 am
Or Pre-Ride HSL VIP Experience Opens in TCC Plaza – One block walk Enjoy coffee, bars, pastries
7:00 am
Ride Start for 102-Mile Century
9:00 am
Ride Start for 63-Mile Metric Century
10:15 am
Ride Start for 32-Mile Metric Half Century
Noon
Post-Ride VIP Experience Opens in TCC Plaza (Enjoy lunch, beer, soft drinks and other beverages)
1:00 pm
Awards Podium for 102-Mile Century
5:00 pm
Enjoy the Post-Ride Festivities in the Expo & Fiesta
7:00 pm
Optional Tucson Roadrunners Hockey Game – Half block walk American Hockey League affiliated with the National Hockey League's Arizona Coyotes
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El Tour de Tucson PROLOGUE Schedule SUNday - November 20, 2022 – DEPARTURE DAY 6:00 am
DoubleTree Restaurant Opens for Breakfast on your own
6:00 am
Bicycle Disassembly by Skilled Mechanics - or set up time with mechanics
7:00 am
Optional Shuttle to Ride portion of Mt. Lemmon
8:00 am
Optional Local Recovery Ride
11:00 am
Departure & check-out Thank you for coming to the inaugural El Tour de Tucson Prologue
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PACKING LIST RIDING
Cycling Jerseys & Bibs/Shorts (You will receive a PRIMAL Prologue Kit) Cycling Shoes & Pedals Helmet Bicycle (or pre-arranged demo bike from Ventum Bikes Water Bottles (You will receive a Prologue Water Bottle) Cycling Socks & Gloves Light Cycling Jacket (waterproof, wind resistant)
OFF-BIKE
Walking Shoes Casual short sleeve and long-sleeve shirts Sweater or light jacket for evening Evening attire (all events are casual) Swimsuit
TRAVEL ITEMS
Emergency contact Health insurance information Medications Cell phone and chargers Toiletries Sunscreen Chamois Cream
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HOST HOTEL – DOUBLETREE DOWNTOWN
DoubleTree by Hilton Tucson Downtown Convention Center 280 S Church Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701 (520) 372-7100
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ABOUT TUCSON In the Tucson area and beyond, the rich cultural heritage and storied history reflects a landscape found nowhere else on Earth. Venture off the beaten path and see what it means to free yourself. Explore barrio neighborhoods. Discover untouched corners of the vast Sonoran Desert. Look into the night sky with a million twinkling stars. Find freedom to roam from the depths of ancient caves to the tops of stunning mountain peaks.
ABOUT DOWNTOWN TUCSON Downtown Tucson is having a renaissance as new restaurants and hotels, music, art, and events fill the streets and tune in to the casual Southwestern vibe. As you approach Downtown Tucson, watch for street signs leading to the six districts: Main Gate, Fourth Avenue, Congress Street, Presidio, Convention, and Sentinel. Each district has its own history and together they offer opportunities to experience Tucson’s many entertaining sides. Follow the signs for an adventure through Tucson’s first neighborhoods or a direct route to a favorite destination. The four-mile Sun Link Tucson Streetcar connects all six downtown districts, so sampling Tucson’s unique culture and cuisine has never been simpler.
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WE WILL SEE YOU IN TUCSON!
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