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Q: What are the start times?
A: These are the official start times for the various distances:
- 185 km - 7:00AM
- 100 km - 8:30AM
- 50 km - 10:00AM
- 20 km - 11:00AM
- Kids Mini Tour - Noon
Please ensure you show up at least a half hour before your start time to give yourself plenty of time to get your bike set-up and organized.
Q: I do not feel like doing the distance I chose. How do I change the distance I would like to do? By what date can I make the change?
A: You have until the morning of the ride to decide which distance you would like to do. All you need to do is show up for the start time of the ride you would like to do. Thus, if you signed up for 185 km and would like to do 100 km, all you have to do is show up for the start time of the 100 km ride. There is no need to advise the organizers of your change.
Q: Where is the starting point?
A: The starting point for this year's Tour de l'Alberta will be the Ray McDonald Sports Centre located at 9908 104 St in Morinville (Map).
Q: Will food and water be provided?
A: Yes all food and water will be provided. Food will consist of watermelon, oranges, salty carbs (chips, pretzels etc), granola bars, sandwiches, trail mix, and special treats along the way. Water and pre-mixed Gatorade will also be provided at all rest stops. There will also be a hearty end of ride meal to replace all those calories you burned.
Q: How do I train for my ride?
A: Check out the Training Link for some information.
Q: How do I register?
A: Check out this page for instructions on how to register.
Q: When will I receive the jersey I purchased?
A: Jerseys will arrive one week before the event and will be included with your registration package. Registration packages will be available to pick up on Friday, July 20 (between the hours of 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm) and Saturday, July 21 (between the hours of 10:00 am to 5:00 pm).
Q: How do I get my registration package?
A: Registration packages will be available for pick-up at Revolution Cycle (map) on the following days:
- Friday, July 20 between 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
- Saturday, July 21 between 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Q: I'm from out of town. Where can I stay?
A:We're proud to have Urban Insight Travel as our official travel agency. Visit our Where to Stay page for more details.
Q: What should I bring on the day of the ride?
A: Here is a list of things you should bring with you:
- Helmet (Mandatory)
- Rain Gear
- Tube(s) for your tires
- Air pump
- Change of clothes for the end of the ride
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen lotion
- Identification
- Personal medications or antidotes
Q: Is the ride supported?
A: Yes! The ride will be supported by vehicles helping with basic repairs such as flats. There will also be a SAG wagon that will pick you and your bike up in case you are not able to complete the ride. You will be brought back to the Ray McDonald Sports Centre.
Q: Who's responsible for putting on this ride?
A:The Tour de l'Alberta is the largest event organized by the Edmonton Bicycle & Touring Club. Visit our History Section to find out more about the Tour. In addition, we couldn't possibly put on a ride of this magnitude without our many sponsors and volunteers. Be sure to support and thank them when you join us for this year's ride!
Q: I can't ride this year but I would love to volunteer! What can I do?
A: Check out the Volunteers Page to learn about available volunteer positions.
If the answer to your question(s) is not here please call Dan at (780) 289-3680 or e-mail info@tourdalberta.ca.
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