2018 Ride Day Details

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Here’s a quick list of all you need to know – click on any item to jump directly to that section:

The Routes/Start and End Times

Everything starts and ends at Knuckleheads Saloon, located in the East Bottoms at 2715 Rochester Avenue in KCMO, 64120. Be sure you give yourself ample time to arrive, park, check-in (if you’ve not already picked up your packet), enjoy some free coffee fuel from Parisi Cafe, and get to the starting line.

  • Start times:
    • 8:00 a.m. for the 50-mile route, which travels to all nine breweries
    • 9:00 a.m. for the 35-mile route, which travels to eight breweries
    • 9:30 a.m. for the 15-mile route, which travels to six breweries
  • Route maps will be provided for upload to Garmin Connect and Ride with GPS the week of the ride to be sure we have the most current road conditions reflected.
  • Marking: A lot of paint will be on the roads to mark the route. Look for “TDB” and arrows on the street.
  • SAG: we will have roving support vehicles traveling the route, and information about how to contact them in your packets and on your wristbands. BikeWalkKC in midtown and the Velo Garage in North Kansas City will also serve as optional stops for water and light mechanicals, if needed.
  • We’re honored to welcome volunteer marshals from KC Fun Ride and Cycling KC who will lead and sweep the course – please thank them for their work!

Parking

There are 4 parking lots just west of Knuckleheads, and they fill up quickly. If you park on side streets near Knuckleheads please do not block driveways or railroad crossings, or your vehicle will get towed.

This is how to find parking:

  • Ride your bike to the event
  • Park on side streets, please don’t block dri­ve­ways
  • Carpool
  • Park ‘n’ Ride at 3rd & Grand near City Market and ride to the event
  • There will be LOTS of bike parking at the event

Packet Pickup and Jerseys


We encourage you to pick up your ride packet in advance to avoid the lines on Tour day. Yes, you can pick up your friends’ and family members’ packets, too!

Wednesday, May 16 (10:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.)
AND
Thursday, May 17  during regular business hours (7:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.)

at Spokes Cafe and Cyclery, located at 1200 Washington, Suite B, KCMO, 64105

Friday, May 18 from 7:00 a.m.-noon 

at Spokes Cafe and Cyclery, located at 1200 Washington, Suite B, KCMO, 64105. May 18 is International Bike to Work Day, and Spokes will be offering a great breakfast special for those of you who ride in that morning!

ALSO

Friday, May 18 from 4:00-6:00 p.m.
AND
Saturday, May 19 from 9:00 a.m.-noon

at BikeWalkKC’s Midtown Office at 3269 Gillham Road, Suite C, KCMO 64109
(One block south of Linwood Boulevard, just east of Costco and Home Depot)

JERSEYS

For those who ordered jerseys, you can get them at packet pick-up at BikeWalkKC or at the event.

In your Packet you will find…

  • A wrist­band to access rest stops and snacks (includes SAG contact info)
  • 1 meal ticket
  • 2 bev­er­age tickets for the post-ride party
  • A Road ID bib number and safety pins to attach it
  • A T-shirt (if you registered by the deadline)
  • Tour de Bier KC maps with self-guided history tour
  • Info about other events and great deals from our won­der­ful sponsors

The After Party

Once you’ve finished your ride, be sure to park your bike and get ready for some well-deserved fun! With your food and drink tickets, you can enjoy:

Food Trucks/Service

  • Cajun Cabin: authentic New Orleans cuisine
  • Knuckleheads: burgers, hot dogs, brats, and picnic favorites
  • Jerusalem Cafe: Mediterranean fare with vegetarian/vegan options
  • Pigwich: locally-sourced signature sandwiches

Beer/Beverages

  • Boulevard Brewing Company: the Midwest’s largest specialty brewer
  • Tallgrass Brewing Co.: craft beers from the Flint Hills
  • Casual Animal: small batch, “fresh as hell” brews, poured from KC’s Velo Wagon beer bus

Visit our parters!

We’ll have some excellent friends for you to visit at the finish line, including:

  • AARP Kansas City: From sharing practical resources like job, health, and financial workshops, to holding fun activities and events, AARP is providing opportunities to connect and help build an even stronger Kansas City.
  • Artist Ada Koch: Visual artist, educator, and avid cyclist Ada Koch’s paintings include vivid and colorful works inspired by and drawn from her travels and cycling. Say “hi” to Ada during the ride, and visit her table afterwards.
  • 90.9 The Bridge: Turn On. Tune In. Listen Local. The Bridge is listener-supported, non-commercial music radio for Kansas City.
  • Cabot Creamery: Enjoy samples of the World’s Best Cheddar from Cabot Creamery, which has been co-operating thriving farms, strong communities, and happy, healthy cows for more than 100 years.
  • Kansas City Tap Tour: The KC Tap Tour showcases the best of the Kansas City brewery scene while rewarding locals and visitors alike with discounts, prizes and more. Check out the guidebook at the Tour!
  • Leasing KC: LeasingKC is a proud homegrown and veteran-owned company that strives to provide resources to find accurate and useful information about Kansas City apartments and rental homes.
  • Trek Bicycle: Trek’s skilled staff will be on-hand to offer advice and expertise to riders of all types and ability levels. Get the details about their newest store, opening this summer in Lee’s Summit.

Thank our other sponsors and friends!

Closing Time and Last Call


The Tour ends at 2:00 p.m. All riders should be back at Knuckleheads before that time. You are responsible for pacing yourself and the time hang out at each brewery to ensure you return to the finish line on time.

  • Mobile support on the course ends at 1:30 p.m.
  • Food/Beer stops flowing at 2:00 p.m. If you are late reaching the finish line you will be responsible for purchasing your own food and drink directly from Knuckleheads (cash only).

Remember to thank your vol­un­teers, tip your bar­tenders, and tell Frank and Mary “thank you” for hosting us at this event — this great ride could not happen without them!

Answers to Common Questions/Tips & Tricks

 

Switch your route – It’s OK to ride any of the three routes, regardless of which route you chose during registration.

Walk-Up Registration – Friends and family can still join you. Pre-register at packet pickup Wednesday-Friday for $50, or at the ride on Sunday for $60.

Set your own pace – Rest stops and mobile support vehicles are coordinated with our three starting times. If you choose to follow your own schedule, we cannot guarantee that rest stops and mobile support will be available when you need it.

Rail Road Tracks and Trains – Please remember that this is a urban ride so expect trains, potholes, old trolley tracks, and broken glass/debris.

Weather Policy – Tour de Bier is rain or shine. If there is severe weather we may delay the start times and/or close the ride early. In the event of a complete cancellation, there are no refunds. Tour de Bier is a fundraiser for BikeWalkKC’s work to get you more trails, bike lanes, and sidewalks.