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A record 550 participants came out to the 14th edition of the Tour de l’Alberta on Sunday, July 27th.
The weather forecast did not look promising with threats of rain on the horizon. However, as all cyclists are undaunted by the weather they showed up knowing that it would get better and better it did. The day turned out to be one of the best days with temperatures around 26°C and the wind timid. As a result, many veterans ended their day with PB’s.
To make the day memorable, 50+ volunteers were handing out food, water and smiles. EBTC is very fortunate to have such wonderful volunteers, as well as partners like the Birkie; Revolution Cycle; United Cycle; Mountain Equipment Co-op; and the Alberta Francophone Association, who provided volunteers to make the ride possible.
Then there are our sponsors… the support and assistance of Dairy Queen, Revolution Cycle, United Cycle and Mountain Equipment Co-op makes this ride possible.
Revolution Cycle and United Cycle teamed up to provide prizes valued at close to $4,000. In addition, they each provided staff and volunteers to provide support to ensure both bikes and their riders made it to the finish.
Mountain Equipment Co-op provided $500 in prizes, but more importantly, they directed the zero waste program. Here is what they collected:
mixed recycling - 85 pounds
compost - 260 pounds
cans and bottles - 20 pounds
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