Westbank Louisiana News

Name: Tour de Jefferson 2022 presented by Laitram

Date: October 23, 2022

Time: 5:30 AM - 11:30 AM CDT

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Whether  you're an experienced rider, or you just purchased family bikes in the  last 6 months, we know you're itching to get out for a day of perfect  roads, sunshine, and cool crisp air.

We're  thrilled to offer the cycling community a fun, safe, and  family-friendly event this Fall! Celebrating its 16th year, Tour de  Jefferson presented by Laitram is a unique way to experience the scenery  of Louisiana's heartland! This event is a social ride for cycling enthusiasts of all experience levels through Jefferson Parish. The goal of this ride is to continually enhance the awareness of quality-of-life amenities, recreational venues, and the Bicycle Master Plan in Jefferson Parish.

TOP 10 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT TOUR DE JEFFERSON:

1. The ride will start at 7:30 A.M. SHARP. All participants must be registered and check in by 7:00 A.M. in order to participate.
2. Security on the route will start at 7:30 A.M. and end at 11:00 A.M.
3. ALL riders must be off the road by 11:00 A.M. at the latest.
4. It  is the rider's responsibility to choose the route that is a best-fit for  their experience level. Please select a route that you can complete in  under 3.5 hours.
5. All adult participants must sign their own waiver in order to receive their rider packet. 
6. Riders between the ages of 0-17 years old must provide a waiver signed by a parent or guardian in order to ride.
7. All riders must wear a helmet, regardless of age.
8. All participants must have a bib to participate, regardless of age. If you are on the route without wearing a bib, you will be removed from the course.
9. Follow our Recipe for Success:
   • Pre-Register & Sign Your Waiver
   • Pick Up Your Bib + Wear it the Whole Event
   • Don't be late! Arrive by 7:00 A.M.
   • Pick a Route That's Right for You. 
10. Have Fun! 

Proceeds  from this event will go towards Jefferson Chamber's efforts in public  policy, advocacy and quality of life initiatives.

Cancellation Policy: There are no refunds  due to rain, power outages, and other unforeseen conditions for this  fundraiser. Should the event need to be canceled for any reason, every  reasonable attempt will be made to reschedule. Should a date not be  available, please keep in mind our events are fundraisers.  No refunds  will be given, and we invite participants to consider their ticket as a  donation to the Jefferson Chamber.

Location:

Cycling Routes:

11 Miles | 19.7 Miles | 31 Miles | 50 Miles

2022 Turn by Turn Directions

Tour de Jefferson Start and Finish Line:

Estelle Playground (Adjacent to Parc des Familles on the Westbank of Jefferson Parish)

5801 Leo Kerner, Lafitte Parkway

Marrero, LA 70072

Parking is located at Estelle Playground and Parc Des Families.

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Date/Time Information:

Sunday, October 23, 2022

5:30 - 7:00 A.M. - Day-Of Registration & Packet Pick-Up

7:30 A.M. - Tour de Jefferson Ride Begins

11:00 A.M. - Police Coverage on all TDJ Routes ENDS; All cyclists off road

11:30 AM - Event Ends

Packet Pick-Up & Pre-Registration

Please choose one of the following packet pick-ups to attend. We will provide waivers for you to sign at the pick-up location. If you plan to pick up another rider's packet, you must bring a hard copy of their signed waiver. Click here: Rider Waiver 2022.

We strongly encourage registration prior to packet pick up and for your packet to picked up prior to the event day.

1. Friday, October 21 | 12:00 - 6:00 P.M. - Bicycle World - 701 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson, LA 70121
2. Saturday, October 22 | 1:00 - 4:00 P.M. | Estelle Playground - 5801 Leo Kerner, Lafitte Parkway, Marrero, LA 70072

Contact Information:

Melissa Chesterman

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Fees/Admission:

Online Registration will close at 12:00 P.M. on Monday, October 17th.

15% Early Bird Discount will apply to all registrations through Friday, September 23rd.

• Individual Adult Rider (Ages 18+): $50
• Day of Individual Adult Rider (Ages 18+): $60 *Not Guaranteed a T-Shirt with Day-Of Registration
• Individual Youth Rider (Ages 5 to 17) - $20 (Includes Tandem Bikes)
• Bike Trailers for Kids & Pets: $10 (Add-On Item At Check-Out)
• Child Bike Seats (Mounted to the frame of the bike): FREE

Individual Registration Includes: Rider Entry, 2022 Tour de Jefferson T-shirt, Participant Bib #, Participant Bike #, Participant Helmet #, JPSO Route Coverage, and Refreshments

We are pleased to offer Military, First Responders, & Police a 20% discount on registration, with a valid I.D., license, or other form of proof. Please register with the code COMMUNITY22 at checkout.

Sponsorships Available. Email melissa@jeffersonchamber.org.

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