September 16, 2023

Tour de Troit

Art by KEM 3D

 

Join us on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 as we head to the streets and ride some of the city's historic areas, explore street art projects and take in its fabulous architecture. The ride provides bicyclists a unique opportunity to ride the streets of Detroit in one of the State's largest bike rides.

TOUR DE TROIT INFORMATION

Tour de Troit is a leisurely ride of approximately 20 to 25.6 miles with police escort; sweeper- and SAG-support; three mechanical "pit stops;" and one rest stop that includes a snack and mechanical support. Lunch, Beer/Wine (21+), and Faygo are provided after the ride along with a celebratory party.

2022 marked the return of the METRIC CENTURY! 62 Miles of self-guided fun with SAG-support along the way + 2 rest stops. The staggered ride starts begin at 7 AM. All registered Metric riders will receive a route map via email and provided a hard copy at packet pick up.

The ride includes a souvenir t-shirt, a food/beverage and rest stop snack coupon, and a riding bib. Helmets are mandatory for all Tour de Troit rides.

The site will open at 7 AM for on-site packet pick-up and morning hospitality. You will be assigned Bib Numbers in either blue (Chute 1) or green (chute 2) colors.

Start/End Location: Riverside Park, Detroit

>Download the 2023 Riverside Park Site Map HERE

MAIN RIDE

Main Ride Start Time: 9 AM

>Download the 2023 Main Ride Map HERE

>Strava

>TCX File | GPX File

METRIC RIDE

Metric Ride Start Time: Staggered by Pace | 7:15 AM, 7:45 AM, 8:15 AM

> Download the 2023 Metric Route Map HERE

> Strava

>TCX File | GPX File

>Metric Rest Stop No. 1 Site Map | Metric Rest Stop No. 2 Site Map

Registration & Advance Packet Pick-Up Schedule

Thursday, Sept. 14 | 10 AM to 7 PM | The Block Building at Cass Park - Suite 245, Detroit

Friday, Sept. 15 | 10 AM to 8 PM | The Block Building at Cass Park - Suite 245, Detroit

Saturday, Sept. 16 | 7 AM to 8:45 AM | ON SITE at Riverside Park, Detroit

Parking: Ride-to-start Options

Bagley Mobility Hub - $5 flat rate (~1.5 mile ride to start)

MGM Grand on Michigan Avenue, Level 4 and above (~2.5 mile ride to start)

There is available Street Parking on Fort Street on the North side of the road

PLEASE NOTE: There will be No Parking Available in the Park or along West Jefferson adjacent to Riverside Park.

After-Ride:

As always, all participants will be served lunch, beer, wine, and Faygo products after the ride. This year you can choose one of the following food options:

1. Gonnella's Italian Sub

2. Honey Bee's Tamales, Rice & Beans

3. Norma G's Vegan Pelau and Vegan Curry

4. Amicci's Pizza (Veg.)

ADDITIONAL REMINDERS!

—This is a HELMET MANDATORY ride

—Lunch, Beer & Wine (for over 21), and Faygo are provided after the ride.

—THE MAIN RIDE STARTS AT 9 AM. You may begin to line up in your assigned chutes at 8:30 AM

—Be sure to bring a FILLED water bottle. We will also be providing a water source for a fill-up at the rest stop and finish of the ride.

—Type 3 E-Bikes (w/ Throttle) are not allowed for this event. The TDT is a leisurely ride of 8-12 MPH on city streets. The speed capabilities of the Type 3 E-bike within this ride lead to an unsafe and unmanageable ride situation for both participants and the Police. They are also not in alignment with the mission of the organization or the intent of the ride. If you have any questions on this, please email info@tour-de-troit.org. If you require an Electric-Assist Bike, please contact us at info@tour-de-troit.org.

For more information, including frequently asked questions and parking advice - check out the FAQ page!


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