REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
The 38th Cinderella Classic and Challenge
Saturday, April 5, 2014
EXCLUSIVELY for Women and Girls!
This unique bicycle tour for women of all ages and abilities winds through the Amador, Livermore, Diablo and San Ramon Valleys. The metric-century (100k/65 miles) is mostly flat with a few moderate hills. The Challenge route of almost 100 miles is for fit experienced riders only. The Challenge course has an additional 2,000 feet of elevation gain with significant ascents/descents.
From the Start in Pleasanton, the ride circles to the south then up to Pleasanton and through the vineyards of Livermore, then north and along the base of beautiful Mt. Diablo to finish back in Pleasanton. Charming Princes will be at three rest/food stops along the way with a cold lunch at the second stop. Our SAG service patrols the route to provide rider assistance if required. A Cinderella Ride Patch is awarded to every rider. So leave your Prince Charming at home and enjoy a special day!
The Cinderella Challenge
The Challenge route is for fit experienced riders only. The course has an additional 2,000 feet of elevation gain with significant ascents/descents. Entry to the Challenge route is monitored and closes at 10:30 am.
WOMEN and GIRLS ONLY! - No male riders allowed on the course
When: Saturday, April 5, 2014 (rain or shine, no make-up day!, no refunds)
Where: Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton, CA
From I-680 traveling North or South take Bernal Ave. exit, go East on Bernal Ave., turn left on Valley Ave., turn right into Fairgrounds at Gate #12. Park as directed.
From BART (approximately 5 miles) Turn right upon exiting the station, bear right into parking lot at the end of the walkway and exit onto Willow Rd., cross Stoneridge, turn right on West Las Positas, turn left on Hopyard, turn right on Valley Ave., left into Fairgrounds, Gate #12. Park as directed.
Cost: $48.00 - Advanced registration only - Includes registration, parking, Cinderella patch, Food, SAG support, plus post ride refreshments and Expo. A route map and wrist band will be provided. No refunds.
NO “DAY OF” REGISTRATION!!! LIMITED TO 2,500 RIDERS!!! Registration closes when the rider limit is reached.
On March 20th green confirmation cards will be mailed out via US Postal Service to all registered riders. Bring the green confirmation card AND a legal picture ID to rider check-in on April 5th. After you sign your pre-printed release/waiver, you will receive your rider number, wrist bracelet, and route map. If you forget to bring proper ID, your ride start may be delayed.
Time: Gates open at 5:45 a.m. Check-in between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. Cinderella is NOT a Race. Course closes at 5:00 p.m.
Support: There will be SAG support patrolling the route if you need assistance. Rest stops will have fruit, drinks and snacks, plus a cold lunch will be served at mid-point. Soup and food is served at the end of the ride.
Family/Friends: Your spouse, family and friends are welcome to meet you at the finish and all are invited to The Cinderella Expo where bicycle manufacturers, clothing suppliers and women’s organizations will have booths.
For Additional Information Contact Prince Charming (Jim) at: cinderellaclassic@valleyspokesmen.org or 925-209-1369 or Bob Powers at b-bpowers@valleyspokesmen.org or 925-828-5299.
