Saturday, August 21, 2010: Ryan Giannini 11-Legged Lake Tour. A bicycle tour benefiting the Chalfonte Foundation in Elk Rapids, Michigan. Tour beautiful Torch Lake. Three gorgeous lake routes available100KM, 50KM & 25 KM. All three routes follow the Chain O"Lakes, one of which was rated the third most beautiful lake in the world by National Geographic.

RAFFLE: All participants will be entered into a drawing for some cool bike items additional tickets will be available to purchase at the ride for $1 each

PRIZES FOR: Individual Pledge Rider - Individual Pledge Walker -  Team Pledge Riders who raise the most contributions.

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Deadline to register by mail is 7/21/10
           
Individuals $25                         
Day of ride $35                

Families (maximum 4 riders) $65
Day of ride $75

TRACK TROT
$15 per walker

YOUR RIDE INCLUDES 

• Breakfast 7-9:30am
• SAG service 8am-2pm
• Celebration meal 11:30am-2pm

"NEW" this year "TRACK TROT" for those who would like to walk....full size track on school grounds

The 11-Legged Lake Tour
             Starts and Ends at
             Cherryland Middle School
             707 E. 3rd St.
             Elk Rapids MI 49629

For further information contact....Rich & Cindy Giannini..586 979-7135

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Ride History
The 11 Legged Lake Tour was created as a tribute to Chalfonte Board Member, Ryan Giannini. Ryan died in August of 2002 at the age of 20 from complications of Gorhams Syndrome. The ride started one year later and consisted of 6 riders, one of whom is an above- the- knee amputee (hence the 11 legs). They cycled from Lansing to Elk Rapids, a challenging distance of 200-miles, to reach Chalfonte House, a place Ryan loved dearly.

The 11 Legged Lake Tour has since evolved into a major fundraiser for the Chalfonte Foundation.

The Mission of the Chalfonte Foundation is to provide spiritual, psychosocial, recreational, financial and educational support for children, youth and other individuals and families in need locally and internationally.

Support A Great Organization!
Whether you are an occasional rider or an experienced cyclist, this ride offers something for everyone. Experience more than just gorgeous scenery-participate in a ride that is both challenging and uplifting, while raising support for an amazing organization. Please join us for the Ryan Giannini 11 Legged Lake Tour, created to honor a friend and fellow “Chalfonte kid” who possessed an amazing amount of strength, humor and tolerance. Join us on August 21, 2010, to give others the opportunity and support to be who they want to be and do the things they never thought possible-join us for the ride of your LIFE!

ROUTE INFO
THREE GORGEOUS LAKE ROUTES
All three routes tour the Chain o’Lakes, including Torch Lake which was rated the third most beautiful lake in the world by National Geographic.

METRIC CENTURY (100KM)
The complete Torch Lake loop enjoys 80% water views, as well as woods, orchards and quaint villages.

HALF CENTURY (50 KM)
Tour along Bass Lake, Grand Traverse Bay, Birch Lake, Elk Lake and Torch Lake; also enjoy estate and wooded views.

QUARTER CENTURY (25KM)
Tour along Bass Lake, Grand Traverse Bay, Birch Lake and Elk Lake. This route is suitable for families with younger riders.

YOUR RIDE INCLUDES:   

• Mail in or day of ride registration
• Registration begins at 7am in front of Cherryland Middle School
• Complimentary pancake breakfast from 7am-9:30am in the school cafeteria
• SAG Service 8am-2pm
• Rest stops with local and natural food fare
• Complimentary celebration meal from 11:30am-2pm
• Showers available in the school

ALL RIDERS MUST WEAR HELMETS AND FANNY TAGS