Historic Folsom Near Mike’S Bikes, Where Riders Enjoy Bever- Ages and Snacks from Karen’S Bakery and Departs at 8:30 A.M
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This year makes the 13th edition of America’s premier cycling stage race and will kick off on May 13 in Long Beach, making its way to Folsom on May 18 and ending in Sacramento on May 19. “I think it reveals what a great host city Folsom has been over the years for the largest continental cycling event,” said Erin Gorrell, co-owner of Folsom Bike. “It allows us to demonstrate worldwide the enthusiasm this community has for cycling in general as well as the remarkable landscape and terrain in our area that is so conducive to epic cycling adventures.” Throughout seven stages over seven days, the world’s best cyclists will contest more than 600 miles of road- ways, highways and coastlines. The 2018 edition will mark the third time in race history that the peloton will travel the Golden State from south to north. Stage 6 will bring the tour to Folsom on Friday, May 18, where it will use part of Folsom’s new Johnny Cash Trail, and the world’s top riders will roll out en route to Lake Tahoe. The day will begin with a breakfast at 8 a.m. at Rodeo Park, and will give the community an exclusive opportu- nity to see many of the professional riders. The race itself will begin with a “Neutral Roll-out” at 9:45 a.m. and will be led by racers who have won various categories up until Stage 6. “You can come early and join the meet and greet with the riders, get an autograph, talk with them, and have Story and photoS by bill Sullivan some breakfast,” said Robert Goss, director of the Folsom Parks and Recreation Department. “It’s a great opportu- nity to see the riders up close when they are relaxed and willing to talk before the ride.” While most of us did outgrow playing with Hot Wheels, dolls and This early morning start is different than the past three Legos, cycling is something many never outgrow. While some may instances Folsom hosted the Tour of California — in 2011, no longer ride a bike in their day-to-day lives, there is a good chance which was a pass-through; and in 2014 and 2016, which they long to hop on one again, and remember, once you learn, you were time trails. Unlike the past years, road closures will never forget. be short. In Folsom, it is safe to say the majority population partakes in Once the departure begins, the riders will make their cycling at one level or another and May is the perfect time to get way down the Johnny Cash Trail, over the new Robber’s outside on your own or with friends and family to celebrate Bike Ravine Bridge and under Prison Road. When they reach Month as it should be celebrated. E. Natoma, they will turn right and then make a left Bike month is an area campaign that encourages everyone to leave onto Green Valley Road, which is where the official zero the four-wheeled form of transportation home and hop aboard a kilometer start point is. bike for as much travel as possible. It doesn’t matter if it’s a joy ride Following Green Valley Road, Stage 6 will take riders with the family or one of our fabulous trails, an organized group ride through Placerville to Pleasant Valley Road, Sly Park Road or a commute to work. The fact is Folsom just has more opportuni- and onto Mormon Emigrant Trail, leading the cyclists ties to celebrate the season than most cities. through Tragedy Springs and Kirkwood. After, the route takes the contestants through Hope Valley to Sheridan, CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE MAY 2018 | 9 ■ BIKE MONTH CONTINUED FROM PAGE 9 and as they cross into Nevada, they will finish with a categorized one climb at Daggett, finishing in South Lake Tahoe. The overall race winner will likely be determined by this stage and the final miles into South Lake Tahoe. For those interested in participating in the morning breakfast party at Rodeo Park, Stafford Street will be closed to vehicles. Limited parking will be available. Goss said everyone is en- couraged to ride their bike to the event, as there will be bike parking available. According to the Folsom Join the community on the greAt Scott ride Municipal Landscape Ser- vices Division, there will be If you’re looking for a really unique group ride, Bike Month kicks off with two very special events in Folsom. The multiple observation spots Great Scott Bike and Walk offers an opportunity where you can enjoy a day of riding with family and friends in a for those who do not plan to long Folsom tradition. Many city leaders take part in this grand affair that is free to the public and enjoyed by all attend the breakfast party. ages and levels of riders. Some of the suggested The Great Scott Bike and Walk event takes riders on 30 miles of country roads on the south side of Folsom that observation spots include will be closed to traffic from 8 a.m.