Tour of the Valley 2013

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Tour of the Valley (25th Annual)

August 25, 2013

970-242-0920
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743 Horizon Drive (Horizon Drive and I-70), Grand Junction, CO 81506

Sunday, August 25, 2013 | Adults (age 15 and up) $45 and Kids (age 14 and under) $20 | Choose a 30, 50, 75, or 100 mile ride. | Check-in begins at 6:00 AM and you may start your ride anytime between 6:30 and 8:30 AM. See website for after-ride activities schedule. | Cyclists who have enjoyed the Tour of the Valley over the past 24 years know what spectacular cycling the Grand Valley offers. Our beautiful valley encompasses an inspiring variety of landscape that is sure to rouse your cycling spirit; from the rolling vineyard hills and peach orchards of Palisade and the farm fields of Fruita, to the spectacular sculptured canyons and red rock spires of the Colorado National Monument, you will be in awe of the landscape diversity of this magical valley.

We are pleased to announce that the 100 mile route will once again include the ride across The Colorado National Monument along the spectacular Rim Rock drive. This allows riders to enjoy the legendary Tour of the Moon ride as part of our century course. The staging area for all rides is at the fine facilities of the DoubleTree Hotel of Grand Junction. All riders will begin and end their cycling from this location, 743 Horizon Drive, Grand Junction, CO.

Palisade Peach Festival

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Palisade Peach Festival

August 15, 2013 - August 18, 2013

451 Pendleton St., Palisade, CO 81526

New this year : Under the Stars concert at Grande River Vineyard at 7:30 on Thursday night, gates open at 6PM. It's Peach Mania: plenty of great food, entertainment, contests, activities for kids, and opportunities to explore Palisade via self-guided tours, guided tours and outdoor recreation. Satisfy your hunger for local and authentic with delicious peach products: from pies to ice cream, preserves to salsas, peach brandy and wine to virgin peach daiquiris, not to mention bushels of just picked fresh peaches… all in a very scenic setting. Go to www.palisadepeachfest.com for a detailed description of all 4 days activities.

Great idea, how about bring your bike down and let us help you so that you can take your bike or ride over to the park to enjoy some peaches.

Highline Hustle Triathalon

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Highline Hustle Sprint Triathlon

June 08, 2013

970-254-3866

1800 11 8/10 Rd, Loma, CO 81524

Saturday, June 8, 2013 Race start: 7:30 a.m. (check-in begins 6:30 a.m.). For ages 14+.

Bring your bike in early to get it tuned before the race. We are happy to outfit you and tune your equipment. This event includes a 500 meter swim in Highline Lake, a 16 mile bike road race, and a 3.5 mile trail run. Register online at http://www.gjcity.org/Highline_Hustle_Triathlon.aspx For more information call 970-254-3866. Register by may 17th and save money! Space is limited and registrations will not be accepted after Tuesday, June 4th.

Fees: Individual division: $65 / $95 after May 17 | Team division: $120 / $150 after May 17 | Extra meal: $10

Want to avoid the 4:00 a.m. wake up call and the rush to the lake? Reserve a campsite at Highline Lake, and spend the weekend enjoying the outdoors! Campsite reservations are for both Friday and Saturday night. One night reservations are not accepted. Book now, campsites see out quick! $36.00 (Friday and Saturday).