Chico Racing

Eastern Canada's LEADER in Sporting Events

Overview & Schedule

Seneca College To Cold Creek Conservation Area
50 km and 35km Route

Registration Opens May 2012

2012 Tour de KIng Technical Guide Here

Enjoy the Autumn Colours Along The Way!
The Tour de King will take riders from Seneca College to Cold Creek Conservation Area, through a variety of trails, roadways and road allowances.  The excitement of reaching a destination, crossing major roadways and being cheered on by friends, marshals and police as you cover ground is an exhilaration unmatched in one-day events.  King Township is the backdrop of this event, an area located just north of the GTA.  With a great mix of gorgeous rolling back-roads, minimal major roadways, and a municipality that embraces cycling, King Township is the perfect place to hold what is destined to become an Ontario fall classic!

The Course
The 50 km course for Tour de King will set this event apart from many other point to point events.  This course is designed to be accessible for mountain bikes,  and cyclo-cross bikes. A rider friendly course will feature 3 off-road cycling venues, a variety of road allowances, and some of the Oak Ridge’s Moraine’s most beautiful roadways.  Our starting point, Seneca College, will start riders off with a fun 6 km off-road experience.  Highlights along the way include IMBA designed Centennial trails, off-road sections along parts of the ORTA trail, and a grand finale at Cold Creek - capping off a truly memorable ride!  The 35km course will feature less off-road sections and more paved and secondary gravel roads, however you will still need a mountain bike, or cyclo-cross bike as there will still be some moderate off-road sections.

The Bike Debate
We have been asked what bike we'd choose if doing this event. Mountain bike is probably better for most participants, but if you can ride singletrack on a cyclo-cross bike go for it. Derek Zandstra is using a hardtail 29r! With some longer road sections a cross bike will have advantages in spots. Keep in mind the first 50% of the course has about 9 km of singletrack, with some gnarly road allowances.

Important
Secondary corners will be marshaled by volunteers, while major corners and road crossings will be managed by local police.  Remember to observe rules of the road, and be aware of other trail and road users as you weave your way from Seneca to Cold Creek.

Barbeque
There will be additional tickets available for the barbeque for spectators.  These will be available for purchase on site at an additional cost.

What do you need to participate? 

• Mountain or cyclo-cross bicycle in good working order (we suggest mtb for most).
• Certified cycling helmet.
• Tool kit, spare tube and pump.
• Moderate fitness level and some trail riding experience recommended.

Tour De King Registration Includes:

• Amazing barbeque, live band, free kid’s event and expo area.
• Souvenir number plate.
• OCA fees included. No license required.
• Complementary start line bag service, change of clothing/shoes brought to the finish line (must fit in a large plastic bag provided by Chico).
• 2 aid stations along the route with Eload, fruit and cycling technical support.
• Bus transport back to the start line to pick up your vehicle, bike storage available at finish line.
• $2,000 prize money purse.
• Great draw prizes that everyone is eligible for.
• Medals for top 3 in each category and age division.

Options on retrieving your car from the start

1. Bring a friend or family along to drive and meet you at Cold Creek Conservation Area (plenty of parking), extra BBQ can be purchased on site.
2. Leave your bicycle in storage at the finish and take the bus back to the start to retrieve your automobile (or send 1 friend back to get the bike).
3. Ride the 22 km back to the start on your bike.

Saturday, September 29
10 am – 4 pm  Event Kit Pick-Up/Late Registration at Seneca College

Sunday, September 30
7:30 am – 10:30 am Event Kit Pick-Up Only No Day of Registration
10:00 am 50 km First Wave Event Start: Seneca College to Cold Creek*
10:10 am 50 km Second Wave Event Start: Seneca College to Cold Creek*
11:00 am 35 km Event Start: Seneca College King to Cold Creek
12 – 2 pm Live Band, Fantastic BBQ, Climbing Wall, Expo Area at Cold Creek Conservation Area
1:00 pm Free Kid’s Race for those 10&under
1:30 pm Awards

*First Wave in the 50 km is for UCI/OCA Race License/Citizen Permit/Experienced riders for the first wave (limit approximately 400).  Second wave is for non-licensed riders or people intending to ride recreationally (limit approximately 500).

Volunteers wanted
Contact Matt at info@chicoracing.com  for more info.