Schedule Bib Pickup – All riders must have a bib number attached to their shirt or jersey. These bibs are used to identify you for any repair services and most importantly in any emergencies. Tour officials have emergency contact information by bib number. With the bib is a luggage tag that allows confirmation of your ownership of the luggage. The bibs, T-shirt and other materials can be picked up at your starting location either on the evening of June 7th or the morning of June 8th with luggage being dropped off at the same time. There will also be a bib pick-up arranged about one week before the event, but this is not a luggage drop-off. See the schedule page for more information.
Starting your ride – If you have already picked up your bib and dropped off your luggage (on Friday), you can start your ride at any time. If you need to pick up your bib and drop off your luggage (on Saturday morning), you can arrive at your chosen start location during the scheduled registration hours. If you come by car to Algonquin, park in lot 7; it is best to leave your bike in the car until you have picked up your bib, you will be given a pass to exit lot 7. Overnight parking at Algonquin is in Lot 7. At Conlon Farm, Perth parking is restricted to certain lots there is overflow parking at the nearby High School. Put the tag on your luggage so that it can be easily seen so that your luggage can be sorted correctly at Queen’s. Water and some supplies are available at the start. Be sure to give your bike a good check out before starting the ride – if you have an issue there are repair services available on-site. Remember to bring some cash as most of the rest stops do not accept debit or credit cards (Last Duel Park prefers debit cards). Also, make certain that you have government issued photo ID with you.
On your ride – Pay attention to the RLCT directional signs, do not just follow other riders. If you’re using a GPS make sure that it was recently loaded onto your computer as there may be recent changes. Under Ontario’s Highway Traffic Act, a bicycle is a vehicle and must follow the rules of the road. If there are issues on the route, follow the directions of the Route Marshals, SAG vehicle drivers, or police officers. Be mindful of your time. Enjoy the ride but be aware that there are specific cut-off times for your arrival at Queen’s University or the ending locations in Perth and Ottawa.
Arriving at Queen’s University – Follow the signs to the registration desks which are arranged by last name and pick up your room key/card and BBQ tickets, then either go to the BBQ or collect your bag, which will be sorted by bib number, and proceed to your room. There will be a separate desk for those not staying at Queen’s for BBQ tickets and, if you purchased them, dinner and breakfast tickets.
Leaving Queen’s University – Either before or after breakfast, drop off your luggage at the area designated for your return destination. Do not leave your car keys in the luggage. Make certain that the tag is visible so that your luggage can be sorted on arrival. Return your room card or key to the Queen’s University desk. Do not leave them in your room! Lost keys cost will cost you $125, lost cards $10. Do a bike check, again there are repair services available at the start.
Returning Home – You do not need to follow the same route back to Ottawa or Perth as you did to Kingston. Keep mindful of the time, particularly if returning to Perth as the cut-off time is early. See the schedule page for details. Pay attention to the RLCT directional signs, the Saturday and Sunday routes may differ.
Returning to Perth or Ottawa – On your return collect your bag, if it has arrived, and store your bike and change if you want. If you bought the return BBQ keep your bib with you as that is how our purchase is recorded. Unfortunately, showers are not available at Algonquin College; however, there are washrooms available for a sponge bath – see the help desk for directions. You are not allowed to bring your own alcoholic beverage to either of the finish locations.
