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CANCELLED *** PMBC Desert Classic 2021 *** Refunds in progress

When:
Saturday, November 6, 2021
Where:
Barro's Pizza
Just east of I-17
2750 W Dove Valley Rd
Phoenix , AZ  85085

Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Tom Fruciano
 
Kerry White
Category:
Supported Major Event - Registration Req'd
Registration has no activities available for registration
Payment In Full In Advance Only
Cancellation Policy:
Event fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable.
Activities/Items    (Click the down-arrow to the left of the activity/item to view the details)
100-mile Route
65 Mile Route
25 Mile Route

Desert Classic 2021We missed 2020 but are coming back in 2021.
Formerly an ABC ride, now PMBC continues the tradition. This is Desert Classic's 39th year and we brought back the 25-mile route! New routes, new start and finish!

If you are an existing club member, please remember to log in for a faster registration process. 

The Routes:                                                                                                   

Routes are in progress and are posted as soon as they are drafted.

100-Mile Route
63-Mile Route
25-Mile Route

Registration Fees:                                                                                                     

Each rider is required to register. Fees are per rider, not per bike (both riders of a tandem must register separately.) 


You must register online for the discount. Day of ride registration will not be discounted.
          
7/15 - 11/04: PMBC/GABA/Bullshifter/Sun City Members - $60.00
Non - Members - $75.00 

Day Of:  PMBC/GABA/Bullshifter/Sun City Members - $70.00
Non - Members - $85.00


We will send emails to registered riders the Thursday prior to ride with updates.  Therefore, it is important to register with a working email address. If you do not see the PMBC welcome email by the day before the ride, please check your spam/junk folder.

Online registration closes at midnight on the Thursday prior to the ride (11/4).
Day Of registration IS AVAILABLE and can be paid with a check, cash, or credit card.



Information:                                                                                                     

Please bring enough spare tubes for your ride. There will be SAG vehicles on all routes.


All rest stops have specific open and close times designated on the route map so plan your riding schedule accordingly.

Times:

Saturday, November 6, 2021
Registration is 7:30 am for Century Riders

Century Riders start by 8:00 am

Registration is 8:00 am for ALL OTHER Riders

Other riders start by 8:30 am

No mass start – this is not a race


What your ride fee covers:                                                                                

The fee covers all SAG food, supplies, park ramada, porta john rentals, insurance, and lunch. Lunch is at Barro's Pizza; your fee includes 2 slices of pizza, small side salad, and a beverage!


Volunteer Opportunities:                                                                                   

To have successful rides, we need members to volunteer to help with check-in/registration before the ride, work a SAG stop, or drive a sweep vehicle to help cyclists. Learn more and sign up at Volunteering
Send questions to our Volunteer Coordinator, via Kerry White



Important Points:                                                                                   
  • All participants must ride in accordance with all Arizona laws applicable to cyclists.
  • There are bike lanes along these routes. Please use them unless they are obstructed.
  • Ride in small groups or pace lines so faster traffic can pass with at least three feet of clearance. Take the lane if bike lanes are not available and the lane is not wide enough for  motor vehicles to pass with at least three feet of clearance.
  • Approach intersections in the rightmost lane that takes you where you want to go on the other side of the intersection. Signal your intentions to your fellow riders before slowing, stopping, turning or changing lanes.
  • Helmets are required ~ Headphones are not allowed ~ Aerobars are discouraged while riding with others
  • THE RIDE GOES ON, RAIN OR SHINE!
  • No refunds are available
  • Join the Phoenix Metro Bicycle Club for $25/$35 for individual/family and save $15 on registration! Member Signup / Information 
  • Day-of Registration is available