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2007

        As always our ride was held on Saturday June 23rd.  The weather started out a little cloudy and pretty much stayed that way keeping the temps down.  There was no rain.  We were ready for the riders at 6:30 and most of the longer distance riders left at 7:00 or a little later.  Most of the rest left at 8:00 or shortly thereafter. The Jordan Police again did a wonderful job again directing traffic and making the in-town route safe.  We had ample food and drink on hand at 5 rest stops.  Thanks to the volunteers who manned these stops.  Final count was about 350 riders with 2/3rds going on the Monty Marathon and Czech Trek. Again, there were no injuries and everyone had a great time.  Everyone who rode received a T-shirt and water bottle.  Many riders stayed in Jordan for several more hours to enjoy the Art Festival and Pork in the Park.   

2006

    As ususal our ride was held on a Saturday (June 24th to be exact).  It started out a little questionable with rain in the forecast.  It was cloudy but warm with only a few scattered sprinkles.  (We all know the weatherman is right only 50% of the time.)  We were ready for the riders a little before 7:00 and most of the longer distance riders left then or a little later.  The Jordan Police did a wonderful job again directing traffic and making the route safe.  We had ample food and drink on hand at 6 rest stops.  Thanks to the volunteers who manned these stops.  Final count was about 265 riders with the most going on the Monty Marathon. Again, there were no injuries and everyone had a great time.  Everyone who rode received a T-shirt and water bottle.  Many riders stayed in Jordan for several more hours to enjoy the Art Festival and Pork in the Park.  Incidentally, late in the afternoon we had a thunderstorm with strong wind, rain and hail.   

2005

    Saturday June 25th was another splendid day in Jordan Valley with nearly perfect weather.  This year it was cloudier which made it seem cooler.  The night before our ride we had about 100 riders signed up.  The next morning we were surprised to find several riders waiting for us to set up so they could ride.  We apologize for not being quite ready.  This year we're going to start an hour earlier (7am) for the 35 & 60 mile riders.  We're also sorry we were a little short on the food supply.  We will try our best to have plenty of food on hand for hungry riders.  All told, the rider count was approximately 190.  We're happy to report there were no major problems, only a few flat tires.  

2004

    Saturday June 26th dawned a beautiful day in Jordan, Minnesota.  The weather was as close to perfect as it could ever be--sunny skies, a light breeze, a little crisp to start but warming into the low 70s.  About 50 riders descended upon Lagoon Park to register, visit with fellow riders and then, of course, ride their bikes.  Many came as families.  As the ride progressed everyone felt like family. There were several stops along the way for drinks, snacks and visiting.  The most scenic stop was at the St. Lawrence Township Hall on Old 169 and Delaware Ave.  Bring your friends and family, we'll have an even better ride in '05.

Below are some scenes from our first annual tour.  We hope you join us on our second tour.

Two of the ride organizers--Jim Swiontek and Tim Bischke.