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Eddy's Bike Shop Sweet Corn Challenge (19th Annual)

Corner of Ohio Route 303 and 176

Sunday, July 29, 2012

 

Date

Start: Sunday, July 29, 2012

Additional Date Information

Start times vary with ride distance

Address

Corner of Ohio Route 303 and 176
Richfield, OH

Fees

$16-$35 (depending upon route and registration date)

Refund Policy

No refunds given.

Distances

10, 25, 50 & 100 miles

25 and 50 MILE ROUTES

The 25- and 50-MILE ROUTES traverse near the rim of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park and meander through parks, valleys, splendid residential areas and farmland. The 50 mile-route has more challenging hills and optional add-ons for the ‘lean and mean.’’

10-MILE FAMILY ROUTE

The 10-MILE FAMILY ROUTE is escorted by the Richfield Police Department, with traffic controlled at critical intersections. The escorted ride will leave at 10 a.m. sharp. CHILDREN under the age of eight (8) must ride on a Tandem or Trail Along bike, or in a trailer, with an adult over 18 years of age.

LUNCH

A Pulled Pork or Veggie Sub/Corn-on-the-Cob lunch will be waiting on your return (from 11 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) The picnic will include a delicious pulled pork sandwich or a Veggie Sub, corn-on-the-cob, cole slaw, watermelon, bread, chocolate chip cookie and iced tea or lemonade. Non-riders may purchase the lunch for $13.

CENTURY

OUR 100-MILE CENTURY ROUTE is known for its “challenge” and great SAG support. Enjoy the diverse scenery, all on road. Your Subway lunch will be waiting at a stop along the way (from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) At the end of your journey, feast on a chicken dinner with corn-onthe- cob, roasted chicken and pasta (from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.) served on the patio of the Taverne of Richfield. Those who are so fast that they get back before 2:00 may eat the pulled-pork/veggie lunch at the ride start.

SAG WAGONS

will support all routes.

SNACK / WATER STOPS

Snack Stops will keep you hydrated: four stops on the 100 mile route, three on the 50, and one on the 25- and 10-mile routes.

ENTERTAINMENT

THE BAND, WIXY 1260 will perform from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. so returning riders can sit under the shade trees or tents, eat their lunch and relax for the rest of the day. Non-riders are welcome to attend the concert at no cost.

RAFFLE

A SPECIALIZED ROAD BIKE from Eddy’s Bike Shop will be raffled off after the ride. Winner need not be present at time of drawing.

MASSAGE

MASSOTHERAPISTS from Connecting Touch Wellness Center will “Rub Away the Miles” for just $1 per minute.

EXTRAS

  • SUMMA HEALTH SYSTEM NURSES’ STATIONS available to assist at all water stops.
  • Each Rider will be given 2 fresh ears of SWEET CORN to take home.

    • Pancake Breakfast

    New this year, start the day off with FREE ALL YOU CAN EAT Corn Cakes (pancakes) and orange drink from 6:00am to 9:00am.

    PRE-REGISTRATION

    It helps us if you register early, so sign up by May 10 or July 10 and receive one of two discounts. (See Registration form inside.) Pick up your Registration packet the morning of the ride. The packets will include a map and mileage guide so be sure to check your chosen route on the registration form so we can include the correct map in your packet.

    SAME DAY REGISTRATIONS

    are welcome, but the ride is limited to the first 2,500 bicyclists.

    REQUIREMENTS

    Every participant is required to wear a CPSC certified helmet at all times when bicycling in the Eddy’s Bike Shop Sweet Corn Challenge. The ride is NOT a race and is open to all interested cyclists. Entrants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a responsible cycling adult. Please ride single file and use hand signals.

    TIMES

    SIGN-IN: 7 a.m. for the 100-mile; 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. for the 25- and 50-mile; and 8:30 to 9:30 for the 10-mile ride. Volunteers swiftly sign you in to get you on your way. We cannot take early sign-ins because our water stops and support vehicles cannot be set up. Packets with your map, ride number, and tickets for your sweet corn and pre-ordered Jersey or T-shirt will be handed out at the sign-in tables.

    Additional Information

    Directions:

    I-77 (northbound) Take exit 143. Go west on Wheatley Rd. (Rt. 176) for 1/4 mile. Turn right on Brecksville Rd. Go one mile and turn left onto W. Streetsboro Rd. (Rt. 303).
    I-77 (southbound) Take exit 146. Turn right at light onto Brecksville Road. Go south 1 1/2 miles and turn right onto W. Streetsboro Rd. (Rt. 303)
    I-271 (southbound) Take exit 12. (Rt. 303). Go west for three miles.
    I-271 (northbound) Take exit 9. Turn left onto Brecksville Rd. Go one mile and turn left onto W. Streetsboro Rd. (Rt. 303).
    I-80 Ohio Turnpike Take exit 173. Take south (Richfield) ramp onto Brecksville Rd. Go south 1 1/2 miles and turn right onto W. Streetsboro Rd. (Rt. 303).
    I-71 Take exit 226, Brunswick (Rt.303). Go east on Route 303 about 8 miles.

    Overnight Accommodations:
    All about 2 miles from ride & offer pools and late (3 p.m.) checkout
    SUPER 8: 330-659-6888, Indoor pool, continental breakfast. $54.99
    Hampton Inn: 330-659-6662, Indoor pool, exercise area and full free breakfast. $89.99
    Days Inn: 330-659-6151, Pool, mini-golf & full free breakfast for two. $72.00
    Holiday Inn Express: 330-523-500, Indoor pool, exercise area and full free breakfast. $69.99









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