Packet pickup will be held the morning of Tour De Bass at Mercy Orthopedic Hospital from 6:00 AM - 7:00 AM.  Packets are organized by distance.  Follow the signage to the distance you registered for and give the volunteer your name. 

Photo ID is required to get your packet.

• Helmets must be worn by all riders at all times.  
• Alcohol will not be allowed on any course. There will be beer, sponsored by Heart of America Beverage Company, at the finish line for all those who are 21 years of age.
• Rides must be completed by twilight (around 5:00PM) to ensure rider safety.  A SAG driver will be available to transport riders to the rest stop nearest Tour de Bass finish so that riders may complete the ride. THIS IS FOR YOUR SAFETY.
• Hydration is critical no matter the riding conditions. Appropriate beverages are available at each rest stop, but riders are encouraged to carry their own drinks as well.
• All riders must sign their liability waiver or they will not be able to participate. Riders under the age of 18 must have their waiver signed by a parent or guardian in order to participate.  
• Mercy will be providing all of our medical care at the finish and along each route.  Our local Ham Operators will be providing communication and SAG for the day.
  

Springbike Bike Club offers a great way to get to know other riders.  If you are new to the cycling community, checkout Springbike.org.

More training information is available at the Springbike Website. Springbike will post updates on their website pertaining to their training rides including dates, times and locations. Springbike will also have the GPS routes available for download on their homepage.   

Missouri weather is unpredictable. The average high in the beginning of October is 71 degrees while the average low is 46 degrees. 

In the event of a weather emergency, all riders should take cover immediately.  Rest stops will serve as communication points for riders and SAG drivers will aid riders if any severe weather arises.

Basic supplies included at rest stops are bandages, gauze, adhesive tape, antiseptic, cold packs, gloves, sting and bite treatments, Tylenol and Advil, scissors and tweezers. Non-emergency transportation will be available by SAG drivers for riders who need to return to Mercy Orthopedic Hospital.

Riders are encouraged to carry medical cards/health insurance information with them at all times in case of emergency.  If a rider requires transportation to a local hospital, payment for such transportation and subsequent care is their financial responsibility.

Rest Stop 1- Mile 15: Harvest Apple Crisps, Bass Pro Shops Cookies, Medical Aid Station
Rest Stop 2- Mile 23: Fresh fruit, goldfish, gummies, First Aid Station
Rest Stop 3- Mile 34.5: First Aid Station
Rest Stop 4- Mile 44.8: Aloha Food Truck, Medical Aid Station
Rest Stop mile 59 - Conoco station will be available for restrooms
Rest Stop 5- Mile 74.5: Dates, snack mix, pickle juice, fruit, Medical Aid Station
Rest Stop 6- Mile 88: Dried fruit, granola bars, pickle juice , Medical Aid Station

The supplies at each rest stop may change.  Watch for updates as we get closer to the rides.

Rest Stop 1- Mile 15: Harvest Apple Crisps, Potato Chips, Pickles/Pickle Juice (for riders going on the way back) Medical Aid Station
Rest Stop 2- Mile 23: Fresh fruit, goldfish, gummies, First Aid Station
Rest Stop 3- Mile 34.5: Bass Pro Shops Cookies, Roasted almonds, pretzels, pickles, Medical Aid Station
At mile 50 - will have opportunity to pass back through Rest Stop 1.

Rest Stop 1- Mile 15: Harvest Apple Crisps,  Potato Chips, Medical Aid Station
Rest Stop 2- Mile 23: Fresh fruit, goldfish, gummies, First Aid Station
At mile 33.7, riders will  pass back through Rest stop 1.

Rest Stop 1- Mile 15: Harvest Apple Crisps, Potato Chips  Medical Aid Station

Finish Line and Meal- The finish line meal starts at 11 AM.

17 mile riders will not get the finish line meal at 11.  We will have Einstein's Bagels and breakfast snacks available for the 17 mile riders.

Finish Line and Meal- The finish line meal starts at 11 AM and is sponsored by Mercy.  We will have build your own chicken burrito bowls, pies from Village Inn and chocolate milk!

17 mile riders will not get the finish line meal at 11.  We will have Einstein's Bagels and breakfast snacks available for the 17 mile riders.  Coffee is provided by our sponsor, Black Rifle Coffee!