The Inaugural "Bike the Bridge" Bicycle RideSunday, September 6, 2009 from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM (ET)Detroit, MI |
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Event Details
The Inaugural “Bike the Bridge” Bicycle Tour will be starting at Rivard Plaza in Detroit (near the Wheel House Bicycle Shop). We will be departing early on Sunday, September 6, and riding over to the Ambassador Bridge as a group. After riding across the Bridge (which has not had a bicycle on it in 30 years), Windsor Cycling Club will be will be taking us on a tour of historic Old Sandwich Town in Windsor, a remarkable stop on the Underground Railroad. We will then proceed along Riverside Drive to Lansperry Park along the Detroit River for a breakfast provided by Tres Beans Coffee House of Windsor, and enjoy the waterfront and the morning. After being able to lock your bike up in a controlled environment, it's a short walk to one of the Biggest Bicycle Races in Canada, in Windsor's own Little Italy. At 3 p.m., we will make the return trip to the USA. The ride will be less than 20 miles. Any funds after all expenses are paid by the Tour will be donated to Detroit Trails. Hopefully, we will have great weather and a great time for all!
NOTES:
All riders must wear helmets.
Riders will be dealing with Customs and Border Protection (Homeland Security) and Canadian Customs, as well. All applicable laws apply.
Riders must have a valid passport, a passport card, enhanced driver's licenses, a Nexus card, or bring along a valid birth certificate and picture I.D. to participate...no exceptions.
THIS FORM MUST BE FILLED OUT PRIOR TO RIDE, AND BROUGHT ALONG
http://forms.cbp.gov/pdf/CBP_Form_4457.pdf
PLEASE READ THE CUSTOMS DOCUMENTS TO FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE LAWS FOR THE U.S.:
http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/travel/vacation/kbyg/kbyg_regulations.ctt/kbyg_regulations.pdf
ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS: Entry into Canada is solely determined by Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) officials in accordance with Canadian law . Canadian law requires that all persons entering Canada carry both proof of citizenship and proof of identity. A valid U.S. passport, passport card or NEXUS card (see below) satisfies these requirements for U.S. citizens. If U.S. citizen travelers to Canada do not have a passport, passport card or approved alternate document such as a NEXUS card, they must show a government-issued photo ID (e.g. Driver’s License) and proof of U.S. citizenship such as a U.S. birth certificate, naturalization certificate, or expired U.S. passport. Children under sixteen need only present proof of U.S. citizenship.
Riders must obey traffic rules as apply to bicycles in both countries.
No stopping on the bridge.
NO DAY OF ENTRY REGISTRATION.
**No selling of entry to another party.**
RIDE GOES ON RAIN OR SHINE.
Waiver:
I realize that the the Tour requires physical conditioning,
and I represent that I am in sound medical condition . I
have no physical or medical condition that would endanger
either myself or others.
I accept responsibility for the condition of my bicycle and
agree to abide by all rules of the Tour, especially as they
relate to the wearing of a helmet and identification, and
the use of a mountain bike or its equivalent.
I understand that bicycling can be a HAZARDOUS activity
that has many dangers and risks, including injury
or death resulting from accident or physical exertion. I
understand that bicycling involves a risk of injury, and
that injuries are a common and ordinary occurrence of
the sport. I agree, as a consideration of , and in consideration
for, being permitted to participate in the Tour, to
freely and expressly assume and accept any and all risks
of injury or death to the rider, or property loss or damage,
including injury, death, loss, or damage attributable the
negligence of the Tour.
I agree to release the sponsors and promoters of the
Tour, including the Tour and other sponsors or affiliated
organizations from any and all responsibility or liability for
injuries or damages which result, either directly or otherwise,
from my participation in the Tour. I agree not to
make a claim against or sue the Tour or other sponsors
or affiliated organizations, and their respective agents,
directors, officers, volunteers and employees for injuries
or damages relation to bicycling and/or other activities
during the Tour.
I am aware that this is a release of liability and contract
between the Tour and myself. I am signing it freely and
of my own accord and I recognize and agree that it is
binding upon myself, my heirs and assigns, and in the
event that I am signing it on behalf of any minors, I have
full legal authority to do so, and realize the binding effect
of this contract on them, as well as on myself.
PHOTOS RELEASE
During The Tour, photos are taken and used for
promotional purposes. I hereby give the Tour the absolute and unqualified
right and permission to make and publish photographs of
me or in which I may be included or reproductions thereof
as it desires for promotional purposes in any media.
PLEASE NOTE: YOUR SUBMISSION OF THIS FORM CONSTITUTES YOUR AGREEMENT WITH THE RULES AND WAIVER AS WRITTEN.
When & Where
Rivard Plaza
1340 East Atwater Street
Detroit,
MI 48207
Sunday, September 6, 2009 from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM (ET)
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Here is the link to the first set of photos, taken by our "sweep" in the little green car...Todd Scott.
http://www.m-bike.org/gallery/m-bike/v/m-bike/events/bike-the-bridge-2009/
Make sure to send me a link to your photos and I will post them here!
sue