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33rd Annual Daffodil Classic

Event Overview The Daffodil Classic winds through the beautiful Orting valley and surrounding hills. Bring your bike, trike, tandem, or unicycle--all cyclists are welcome! There are routes for families, recreational cyclists, and serious roadies. Choose from 40-mile, 60-mile, or 100-mile loops; or a family-friendly, paved trail option from 1 mile up to 30 miles. Riders will enjoy a well-marked course with cue sheet and map, support vehicles, fully stocked rest stops, and strawberry shortcake at the finish line. 2008 Daffodil Classic logo
Date Sunday, April 13, 2008
Registration open 7:00 am - 12:00 noon
Location Registration desk:
Pierce County Library, Orting Branch
202 Washington Ave S
Orting, WA 98360

[map and directions]

Start/finish: Orting Bell Tower (across the street)

Fees
Registration Categories Through 3/31/2008 4/1/2008 - 4/13/2008
Age 0-6 free free
Age 7-17 $8 $10
Age 18 and up $16 $20
Family with children under age 18 $37 $45
Short sleeve t-shirt (Men's size S-XXL) $14 $17
Registration
  • Online: closed
  • By mail: closed
  • In person: You may register on site the morning of the event, but fees are higher and we cannot guarantee t-shirt availability. Pay by cash or check only (no debit or credit cards). Tip: bring a completed registration formPDF with you to save time.
Family Category For registration purposes, a family is defined as 1 or 2 adults and their children aged 17 or under all residing at the same address. If you do not meet this definition, please register each person in your party individually.
Routes
T-Shirt Orders T-shirts are $14 each when pre-ordered with your registration through March 31st. Only a limited number of t-shirts will be available on the day of the event for $17 each. Guarantee the right size and save $3 by ordering your t-shirt(s) when you register through March 31st.
Parking Please respect the Orting community with your vehicle parking choice. Do not park in retail spaces or restricted areas. Event volunteers will be on site to direct you to approved parking locations.
Breakfast Start your day with a hearty breakfast featuring pancakes, eggs, bacon, milk, juice, and coffee for $7/adult (child prices TBA). Breakfast is served adjacent to registration at the Orting Library from 6:30am -10:30am. Proceeds will be used to purchase library books for Orting Middle School.
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 A bike mechanic and sag support will be available. Course closes at 5pm. Final sweep of 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 a free t-shirt and ride registration. Help make this event a success: volunteer now.
Questions Send email to daffodil@twbc.org.