Frequently Asked Questions

Route description/elevation:

Healing Wheels offers three routes:


Registration:

Please register online for the Healing Wheels Tour here. Riders may also register at Bicycle Village in Littleton on Friday, June 10 or the morning of the ride at Bandimere Speedway.

2011 Registration Fees:

Registration fees for the 2011 Healing Wheels Tour are: $65 for early registration (before April 11); $75 after April 11; and $85 on ride day.

Start line parking:

Parking is available at Bandimere Speedway in the lot off Rooney Rd on the east side of C470.

Directions to Bandimere:

From the south: Take C470 (westbound), Exit at Alameda Ave., turn right (east), turn right (south) on Rooney Rd. Follow signs to Healing Wheels start area.

From the north: Take C470 (eastbound), Exit at Alameda Ave., turn left (east), turn right (south) on Rooney Rd. Follow signs to Healing Wheels start area.

Start line:

Century Riders may depart at their own convenience between 5:30 and 7:30 a.m. Course support will begin at 6:00 a.m. Metric century riders may depart between 6:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. Family riders may depart between 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Refunds:

In true cycling tradition, Healing Wheels will take place regardless of weather; hence, no refunds.

BIBS/Wristbands:

Rider Bibs will be provided in the rider packets and must be worn by all riders. Bibs are utilized for identification on the route. Wristbands, also provided in the rider packets, must be worn by all riders. Wristbands are utilized for identification at aid stations and are your ticket for the finish line lunch.

Safety:

All riders are required to wear ANSI or SNELL approved helmets, ride in accordance with State of Colorado traffic laws, ride single file, and stay to the right side of the road. Colorado State Patrol and local officials will issue citations for failure to do so. For the safety of all - Headphones of any sort are NOT allowed.

Rain gear:

Colorado weather changes quickly, especially in the foothills of Colorado. It is highly suggested that all participants carry clothing suitable for hot and cold temperatures, and wet and dry weather. Appropriate rain gear is mandatory.

Aid stations:

Seven aid stations are strategically located along the route — all with appropriate cycling food, energy drinks, portable toilets and plenty of water. Riders must wear wristbands (supplied with registration) to obtain food. Times for the aid stations are listed below, so please plan your ride accordingly:


Jersey delivery:

Pre-ordered jerseys will be available for pickup at the start line on Ride Day.

Mechanical support:

Bicycle Village, Bicycle Outfitters, Jinji, Green Mountain Sports will provide mechanical support and will be located at each aid station; however, riders are encouraged to carry patch kits, spare tubes, pumps and tools.

Medical support:

Trained medical volunteers will be on hand to provide medical support, but it is recommended that cyclists carry their own first aid kits and be prepared to deal with minor medical problems. 

Sag support:

SAG support will be available on the route. SAG's will be prepared to transport you and your bicycle to the next aid station. Look for the HEALING WHEELS SAG magnetic signs on vehicles.  Additionally motorcycle support will be roving on the route. If assistance is needed please flag either a SAG or Motorcycle Support down.

Finish Line Party/BBQ:

The finish line BBQ menu consists of: TBD

Massages:

Rocky Mountain Sports Massage Team will be returning to give their soothing massages. Sign up at the finish line.

Parking:

Plenty of parking is available at Bandimere Speedway.

Packet pickup locations:

Please do not call these locations! Packets will be available at these locations through ride day. If you do not pick up your packet it will NOT be available at the start and finish lines; other arrangements may be made to send your packet following the ride. NOTE: Healing Wheels is not responsible for unclaimed packets after 30 days.

Registration packets for those forms received in the mail after the deadline will be available at both the start and finish lines.  An email notice will be sent to the rider if this happens.





T-shirt / Jersey Fit:

If your T-shirt or jersey does not fit, you can: 1) Subject to availability, exchange it at Bicycle Village in Littleton on June 10 between 3 and 7 p.m. ONLY or 2) exchange it at the start/finish line at the Registration/Info booth. Please note that availability will be very limited and Healing Wheels cannot guarantee that all sizes will be available.

Where does the money go?

A percentage of registration fees go directly to cover the cost of the ride. Everything from permits to police patrols, aid station food, insurance, portable toilets, jerseys and finish line barbeque are covered out of registration fees. The remaining proceeds of the event benefit Inner City Health Center.

Inner City Health Center has been providing quality comprehensive medical and dental care as well as individual and family counseling to the uninsured for almost three decades. Founded in 1983, the Center has expanded from a small neighborhood clinic serving individuals and families in Five Points, one of Colorado's poorest neighborhoods, to an award-winning community health care center with more than 46% of its patients coming from outside the city and county of Denver, including patients from Arapahoe, Jefferson, and Adams Counties.

Over the years, Inner City Health Center has been fortunate enough to realize a number of accomplishments. The most recent success story is the building of our new clinical home that is twice the size of its predecessor and offers space for substantial future growth and development. The Center has also earned significant recognition and honors including El Pomar Foundation 2007 Awards for Excellence and being named the 2006 Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit of the Year. Also in 2006, the Center was named a Champion of the Community by the Denver Broncos Charities Fund.

Inner City Health Center is firmly convinced that ensuring access to health care is an essential step toward making a difference in the lives of the people. By providing quality health care to individuals, we believe we help strengthen families, protect individual self-respect, and provide a needed service in helping our communities develop.


We invite you to learn more about the services and of Inner City Health Center. Please visit: www.innercityhealth.com.

Inner City Health Center | 3800 York Street | Denver, CO 80205

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