For the first time anyone that can ride a bike can do the course
before the racing begins:
“Registrants for the
Bicycling Open will take to the course from 7 to 10 a.m., before the pros roll
to the start line.”
“Cycling’s top men and women have challenged this route over
the years – from Heiden, Armstrong and Hincapie in the early days to today’s
stars like Alex Rasmussen, Peter Sagan and Ina Teutenberg. It’s a special
experience, and if you can ride a bike, you can do it, too. You’ll ride the
course at your own pace, on your own terms. If you’re a serious amateur, hammer
away and compete like a pro would. If you’re interested in just enjoying a
beautiful Sunday morning ride on the streets of Philadelphia, grab your
mountain bike, road bike, cruiser, whatever, and join us,” said David Chauner,
president of Pro Cycling Tour. “The Bicycling Open is a great way for families
and friends to try something different together and to become a real part of
the pageantry and festival atmosphere that the Philly race is known for around
the world.”
Ride for a charity
“In addition to the personal challenge, participants in the
Bicycling Open can also ride for a cause. The event’s connection with Charity
of Choice encourages registrants to challenge friends and family to sponsor their
rides, with funds raised going to the riders’ own favorite charities. That
means if groups of people band together and ride for a specific charity, a
sizable donation can be generated just by having fun riding bikes.”
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