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COMMENTS
We want to hear from you! How did you like RIDE CINCINNATI this year? From the registration process to the day of the event, we want to know what you thought so we can make improvements for next year!
















Some comments we have already received:
Great ride! This is the best cycling event of the year. Good food and very well organized. I did the 45 mile ride and the only problem spot was the 13 mile rest stop. It was very crowded and there were several people standing in the road making it a little dangerous trying to get through. But all in all a great ride. Thanks.
~Steve

I loved this event! It was my first time to particpate and it was so much fun! Thank you for the oppurtunity to raise money for breast cancer while doing exercise! All the volunteers you had helping were just amazing to come and spend their Sunday for the cause!!! Thanks again and see you next year!!
~Cortney

Congratulations and thanks to all involved with organizing and putting on Ride Cincinnati. I've participated every year and it seems to get better each time.
~Steven

I just wanted you to know how great I thought the Ride was today!
This was my first "mass" bike ride...and just the greatest experience.   You and your team/committee are to be complimented for organization, care for riders, course and great finish line party/food!  I did the 26 mile
ride...and loved the PB&J sandwiches and Gatorade at the rest stops.
I look forward to next year's ride! Congratulations!
~Cindy

The ride was WONDERFUL! Thanks for all the support and communication. Our team was very successful and we had a lot of fun :) for such a great cause!! :)
Thanks!
~Jess

Great Ride. Please pass on a big thank you to all of the police departments who kept a watchful eye out for our safety! Great job. Thank you.
~Clay

Another great ride!!! I have ridden in the Metric Century all three years and it keeps getting better! Can't wait for next year - keep up the good work for a great cause!
~Geoff


LOST & FOUND
We found some items left behind at the RIDE this past Sunday, including a license. If you lost anything, please send an email to Cherie at cheriehl@aol.com or call 513-941-0304. You must be able to describe your lost item.


VOLUNTEERS
We are seeking volunteers to help during the event. If you are
interested in volunteering, please download the Volunteer Form,
select the assignment and time you are interested in, sign and
return to the address listed. If you have questions on volunteering,
please contact us at: ridecincyvols@fuse.net.


COURSE MAP
62.8 miles6:30am
45.2 miles7:30am
26 & 18.4 miles8:30am
8.2 miles  9:00am








Click on the map above to enlarge.

A One Day Cycling Event to Raise Money for Breast Cancer Research
to Benefit The Barrett Cancer Center at the University of Cincinnati
June 13, 2010
SAFETY
Safety in bicycle riding is acquired through use of the appropriate equipment and proper bicycling technique.

Equipment:

  • A well maintained and adjusted bicycle, with particular emphasis on adequate brakes and tires.
  • Good light and reflectors when traveling at times of darkness. Bright clothing.
  • A helmet to protect against head injuries, the most common serious injury suffered by bicyclists.
  • A rear view mirror attached to the helmet, glasses, or handlebars is important to permit evasive action without doing it blindly.

Bicycling Techniques:

  • Learn bicycle hand signals
  • Most bicycle riding is done on roads and streets shared with motor vehicles. For your safety and the safety of others, obey the rules of the road as if you were driving a car -- stop at stop signs, red lights, and signals before turning or changing lanes.
  • Always ride on the right side of the road. Stay in single file as far to the right as practical. It's both dangerous and illegal to ride on the left side of a two-way highway.
  • Be extremely cautious when traveling through intersections. Be aware of traffic around you, and be prepared to brake quickly.
  • Avoid traveling along the side of cars when passing through intersections -- they may turn in front of you without warning.
  • When riding in a central business district, use extreme caution when passing parked cars, as occupants may not see you when opening doors or pulling out of parking spaces.
  • Keep your hands on the handlebars at all times. Riding with no hands does not permit you to stop or to avoid the ever present hazards -- dogs, potholes, broken glass, cars, etc.
  • Yield to all pedestrians. They can't foresee a dangerous situation as well as you can and may be inattentive. Besides, a bicycle is required by law to yield to pedestrians.
  • Remember, your bicycle is a small, inconspicuous vehicle. It is not easily seen on crowded streets and will seldom attract attention on its own. At all times, do everything you can to make sure you are noticed.

All riders participating in Ride Cincinnati must wear a helmet. Please remember this is a ride, not a competitive race.


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