2008 RIDE Information

Ironman riders 2006

We’re pleased to announce the 42nd annual Minnesota Ironman® Bike Ride. Over 5,000 bicyclists join us for this premiere cycling event each year.  The ride is recognized as the “season primer” and as one big, fun cyclist party. The MN Ironman® is not a race - it is a single day bike tour.

With 30, 62 and 100 mile routes, there is something for all cyclists, from recreational families to racing clubs. All routes begin and end in Lakeville, MN - about 30 minutes south of the Twin Cities.

2008 ride information

Cost per rider - DAY-OF-RIDE Registration

Time

Rider Check-in: 6:30am-9:30am
Ride Begins: 6:30am
- 100 mile riders must begin by 8:30am
- 30 mile + 62 mile riders must begin by 9:30am
Route Support: Begins 6:30am; Ends 5:30pm
Ride Ends: 5:30pm

Ride Location

Lakeville, MN North High School - all routes begin and end here. See the Routes page for more info.

Registration Instructions

Go to the Registration page.

Rest Stops: Restrooms, Food and Drink

62 + 100 mile routes: Located Every 15-25 miles
30 mile route: 2 rest stops located at 9 and 18 miles

Details: There will be indoor rest stops with restrooms, food, warm and cold beverages, bike mechanical support, sag wagons for those that have had enough, and welcoming volunteers to support those who will continue.

Food/Drink includes: Gatorade, water, coffee, oranges and bananas, Great Harvest race rolls, Breadsmith breads, Clif Bars, trail mix, candy bars, Pearson Nut Goodies + Salted Nut Rolls, and more!

Weather

Click for Lakeville, Minnesota Forecast

"There is no such thing as bad weather - only inappropriate clothing."

The MN Ironman is held regardless of weather. Sunshine, rain, snow, strong headwinds - the Ironman® Bike Ride has been held for 42 years on the last Sunday in April. That's why we call it the Ironman! We do not cancel the ride for weather. Please dress appropriately. See the TCBC site for tips on dressing and prep.

Support

Bike Mechanical Support: Bike support is offered at the rest stops by local bicycle shops. Sag wagons will also offer support.

Sag Wagon Support: Vans will patrol the route to help riders when needed. They will shuttle riders to the closest rest stop where school buses will carry riders back to the Lakeville North High school.

Police / Medical Support: Local police departments and county sheriffs are on hand to help direct traffic and protect bikers while on the route. Medical personnel are also on standby.

Emergency Hotline: Call 911 for any emergency. If you need to contact the Ironman staff, there will be a day-of-ride phone number published on your 2008 route map.

Accommodations, Services

Lakeville Hotels and Motels can be contacted through the Lakeville Visitors Bureau at 952-469-2020 or via their web site at www.visitlakeville.org. Please mention that you are with the Ironman® Bike Ride.

Camping is possible on the grounds of Lakeville North High School on Saturday night prior to the ride.  There is no access to the school overnight however.  Campers MUST stay in the upper parking area of the school. Please call us for details. Showers will be available in the High School after the ride.

Massage Therapists are on-site at Lakeville HS.  $10 for 15 min / $20 for 30 min

Showers will be available at the school after the ride. Please bring a towel.

 

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