IDIDARIDE XIII
January 20, 2007
White Springs, Florida

REGISTRATION HAS BEEN CLOSED

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IDIDARIDE XIII is a bicycle challenge ride. It is NOT a race. It is an off-road endurance ride through woodlands along the Suwannee River. Approximately 50 miles of singletrack trails and woods roads have been linked to form a continuous route with minimum of pavement. This route has terrain, stream crossings, and distance to challenge all off road riders.

Checkpoints, Sag-stops, Bail-out Points: At several checkpoints along the route SBA will monitor progress of riders. Food, beverage and mechanical support will be available at these stations. Bail-out points are marked, if riders are unable to complete the entire ride.

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner: Entry fee includes continental breakfast, mid-ride lunch and a buffet dinner provided by Dixie Grill after the ride.

WHERE-WHEN-WHO: IDIDARIDE XIII starts at the Suwannee Bicycle Association headquarters in downtown White Springs. White Springs is northeast of the intersection of I-75 and I-10. From I-10, take Exit 43 and go north on US 41 for eight miles. From I-75, take Exit 439 and go east on SR 136 for three miles. SBA Headquarters is just past the flashing light at the intersection of US 41 and SR 136.

IDIDARIDE XIII starts at 9 AM, Saturday, January 20, 2007.

IDIDARIDE is sponsored by the Suwannee Bicycle Association, a non profit organization promoting bicycling, environmental education and appreciation of the Suwannee region. All proceeds from the event are used to develop more off-road bicycle trails and other facilities.

If you seek more information or registration updates: Contact event director at: BILLW@leoncountyfl.gov.

Area Accommodations
Stephen Foster Park Campground (386-397-4331), very close to SBA HQ; reservations required.
Suwannee Valley Campground (386-397-1667), very close to SBA HQ and has plenty of space for tents or RV’s. Reservations required.
White Springs B & B (386-397-1665) is always a wonderful experience!
Adams House B & B (386-397-4603) is a beautifully restored mansion overlooking the Suwannee River... a wonderful weekend respite!
Suwannee River Motel (386-397-2822), just around the corner from SBA HQ. Reasonably priced rooms usually fill up well in advance.

Staffing. A few good volunteers are needed to help organize this event, i.e. help with registration, marking the route, collecting arrows afterwards, sag stops, food and clean-up. A limited number of volunteers will be able to ride at no charge. PLEASE NOTE: you must be a current SBA member to volunteer AND RIDE during the event. Event assistance is a great way for non-riders to earn T-shirts and participate in the fun. Circle the word, “STAFF,” and return the form no later than January 5, 2007.

IDIDARIDE participation is limited (by land managers and trail carrying capacity) to the first 300 registrants. Registration fills well in advance of the event; DO NOT WAIT. The first 300 registrants will receive confirmation by e-mail or stamped mail prior to the event. Registrations received over the 300 limit will be returned. Registration Details: Entry fee is $45 with $5 discount for SBA members. Anyone under 18 years of age must have parent or guardian’s signature in order to participate. After the final deadline, refunds cannot be issued, as fees are expended for meals, snacks, rider numbers, T-shirts and other support services.

Riding Ethics and Etiquette: Sponsors of this event require riding styles that minimize impacts on land, i.e. not riding in environmentally sensitive areas, up or down steep embankments or through wet areas. Where “WALK BIKE” signs are posted, please do so. Don’t skid or take other actions that churn up the surface and cause problems. Slower riders should yield to faster ones. Please be courteous. These trails are also used by hikers. Always yield right of way to people on foot; graciously make them aware of your presence with friendly greetings and pass courteously (slowly). A portion of this ride is on private property with use by special permission only.