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• Peninsula Metric 2013 and Gran Fondo

  • When
    02 Jun 2013
  •  
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    Two start locations: (1) Gig Harbor Medical Pavilion, 6401 Kimball Dr, Gig Harbor (2) Southworth Ferry Terminal, 11564 SE State Hwy 160, Southworth
  • Spaces left
    343
  • Registered
    156 attendees

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  2013 PMC & Fondo.pdf
  

  The Grand Fondo will start from Southworth at 7am on the 100 mile course. (this is a timed event at extra cost)
  

  The Peninsula Metric Century (PMC) is a challenging ride through the scenic Kitsap Peninsula. Enjoy panoramic waterfront views, rural countryside, and lots of rolling hills. Choose from routes of 50k, 70k, 100k or 100m at two convenient start locations. Riders will enjoy a well-marked course with cue sheet and map, support vehicles, fully stocked rest stops, and dessert at the finish line.    

  Route Choices	From          Gig Harbor 70k (44m) loop by Wollochet Bay, Crescent Valley and Olalla Valley 100k (62m) loop through South Kitsap County and the Gig Harbor Peninsula on rural roads with rolling hills. A very challenging 100-mile loop with more than 7,000 feet of elevation gain. 50K route map 70K route map 100K route map 100 Mile route	From          Southworth 50k (29m) loop along Puget Sound and on rural roads with rolling terrain in South Kitsap County 100k (62m) loop through South Kitsap County and the Gig Harbor Peninsula on rural roads with rolling hills A very challenging 100-mile loop with more than 7,000 feet of elevation gain.
  Fees	Registration Categories  Until   2/28   After 2/28 Day of ride Individual $25 $30 $35 Club Member $20 $25 $30 Daffy/PMC Combo $40 $50 NA Gran Fondo             (optional timed event) $70 $80
  Registration	Online: preferred method (online registration closes 5/28/2013 9:00:00 pm PDT) In person: You may register on site the morning of the event, but fees are higher. Pay by cash or check only (we hope to accept debit/credit cards this year). Tip: bring a completed registration form with you to save time.
  Families with minor children	For registration purposes,  children aged 17 or under may ride when registered with an adult parent.
  Parking and Transit Service	There is ample free parking at each start location. In any case, we encourage you to cycle, carpool or use public transporation. The Gig Harbor start location is adjacent to the Kimball Drive Park & Ride served by Pierce Transit. The Southworth location is served by Kitsap Transit and the Fauntleroy ferry.
  Rider Safety	Please come prepared to ride. We recommend you inspect your bike the night before. Along with your bike, bring an approved helmet, ID, water, first aid kit, tire repair equipment, other essentials, and a friendly attitude. All riders are expected to ride safely and obey the rules of the road.
  Ride Support	Rest stops supplied with food, drink and sani-cans. Sag wagons will be driving the route for mechanically stranded riders. Course closes at 5pm. Final sweep by sag wagons begins at 4pm.
  Event Proceeds	Rider registration fees for TWBC events help to support the Bicycle Alliance of Washington, bicycling safety and education programs, and local bicycle improvements. Surplus food is donated to a local food bank.
  Volunteers	This event is powered by dozens of TWBC volunteers—who receive free ride registration and a post-event pizza party. Help make this event a success: volunteer now!
  Questions	Send email to pmc@twbc.org.

   

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