346 Mile Bike Ride - September 9 – September 15, 2017

September 9 – September 15, 2017

Almost everyone's life is touched by cancer in one way or another. Great strides have been made and are being made in combating this disease. It is the objective of our organization to support the efforts in cancer research by providing a healthy fundraising event that is geared to the participants while involving all communities. RideMn1 Inc. (Tax ID #81-2789808) is a recognized nonprofit, public benefit corporation.

About the Event

• Dates: September 9th, 2017 – September 15th, 2017

• This year's ride shall traverse Minnesota State Highway #1 in its entirety the longest highway in Minnesota, the ride is 346 miles long.

• Route is West to East. Beginning in Oslo, Minnesota on the North Dakota border, and ending in Illgen City, MN on the shores of Lake Superior.

Registration Options (Register Online or by mail at http://www.RIDEMN1.ORG)

Full Ride 346 Miles – 6 Nights Motel $800 – Single Occupancy 7 Breakfasts/7 Lunches/6 Dinners

Full Ride 346 Miles – 6 Nights Camping $400 – Hot Showers 7 Breakfasts/7 Lunches/6 Dinners

Full Ride 346 Miles – Meals Only $300 7 Breakfasts/7 Lunches/6 Dinners

This option is usually for those Riders not traveling alone that would like to plan their own

lodging while still participating in the group meals.

Please see Sponsors for discounted rates and mention RideMN1.

Daily Rides Various Lengths - $40 Lunch

All riders receive a Commemorative T-Shirt and Certificate of Completion.

Call: (218) 678-2194

Email: RideMN1@gmail.com

Website: http://www.ridemn1.org

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ridemn1.org

RideMN1; 24111 445th Place; Aitkin, MN 56431

REGISTER AT http://www.RIDEMN1.ORG

Routes Info & Dates

September 9th, 2017 – September 15th, 2017

An 'Open Start' is planned for Saturday September 9th from 10AM – 1 PM. More experienced riders coming from long distances may choose to start later. The ride to Thief River Falls is 44 miles and we want all riders there by 5 PM.

(A) Saturday – 44 miles – ride will be from Oslo to Thief River Falls. At 44 miles this will be the shortest daily ride. This 'leg' is an ideal opportunity for school classes, civic groups, and families to participate. Beginning at 10 am in Olso this day's ride will end in Thief River Falls.

(B) Sunday – 73 miles – will bring us into the Red Lake Indian Reservation and end at the town of Red Lake.

(C) Monday – 69 miles – we will go from the prairies to the forests through Northome and ending at Effie.

(D) Tuesday – 50 miles – the wild country of the Chippewa National Forest to Cook.

(E) Wednesday – 49 miles – and now the Superior National Forest to Ely.

(F) Thursday – Layover in Ely.

(G) Friday – 61 miles – the North Shore through Isabella and Finland to Illgen City.

Additional Information

Riders are encouraged to participate in the full event or any of the daily rides (see Registration Options).

Riders must provide their own transportation to the starting point in Oslo, MN as well as the conclusion of the ride in Illgen City, MN. To connect with other riders looking to carpool, go to http://www.facebook.com/ridemn1.org

This is a fully supported ride with SAG support. Personal belongings will be transported for riders from one location to the next. Group Rates for community groups such as the Boy Scouts are available. For more information, please contact RideMN1 directly at ridemn1@gmail.com or (218) 678-2194.

We hope to see you there!

Call: (218) 678-2194

Email: RideMN1@gmail.com

Website: http://www.ridemn1.org

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ridemn1.org

RideMN1; 24111 445th Place; Aitkin, MN 56431

REGISTER AT http://www.RIDEMN1.ORG