What do I get with the ride?
You will get snacks and toilets at rest stops, lunch, SAG support, and great company, of course. You are also contributing towards a great cause — scholarships for our local students to go to college.
What time does the ride start and what time should I arrive?
We recommend starting the 65 mile ride at 7AM, the 43 mile ride at 8AM, the 33 mile ride at 9AM, and the 12 mile ride at 10AM. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your start time to check-in or register. The Celebrity Ride with Fast Freddie will start at 8AM. He will be riding the 43 mile ride.
How are courses marked?
Signage along the route will be supplemented by:
- Downloadable bike routes available via Ride with GPS cycling navigation mobile app
- Ride with GPS mobile app includes turn-by-turn voice directions, cue sheets and maps for all routes
- Printed copies of the route sheets and maps still available on day of the ride
Please note routes may be updated or changed due to unforeseen circumstances at anytime prior to the event day. The Tour de Menlo website is your best source for current route information. More details will follow on downloading Ride with GPS and routes to your phone or Garmin type device.
What are details on lunch?
Lunch will be provided by Specialty’s from 11:30AM to 2:00PM.
What are the details on rest stops?
Portola Valley: 8AM – 12PM (Bathroom available)
San Mateo/Ralston: 7:30AM – 11AM (Bathroom available)
Madrone/Stevens Creek Park: 8:30AM – 1PM (Bathroom available).
Gatorade, water, and snacks will be provided.
What is the cost of the ride?
The ride is $85 for 18 and over ($25 for 17 and under) if you register prior to August 1, 2024 and $90 for 18 and over ($30 for 17 and under) for registration August 1, 2024 and later. This includes snacks, use of portable toilets, lunch and full SAG support. Also, we are a non-profit and our proceeds are used only for need-based scholarships for local high school students.
When can I order an official Tour de Menlo jersey or T-shirt?
You can order t-shirts online if you order them by July 21, 2024 and jerseys online if you order them by June 28, 2024. Orders received after those dates will be subject to availability.
What is the refund policy?
As this event supports need-based scholarships for local high school students, we are not able to provide refunds for registration or other charges. However, we will allow you to transfer your registration to another rider.
If the event gets cancelled for any reason, we will refund your entire registration fee shortly after the event is cancelled.
What are the routes?
Please see the Routes page
What time does SAG end?
SAG support will conclude at 2:30PM.
Still have questions? Email us at info@tourdemenlo.com