24th Annual Community Classic Bike Tour May 15 – Early Registration Ends April 30

LOVELAND, Colo. (April 27, 2011) - Early registration for this 24th Annual Community Classic Bike Tour ends April 30. This year's tour is scheduled for Sunday, May 15. This non-competitive, multi-distance bicycle tour travels through the beautiful foothills of Larimer County in Loveland and Fort Collins and is a great training ride preparing cyclists for the numerous summer rides available.

There are four distances to choose from: 62-mile, 37-Mile, 30-Mile, or 10-Mile. The rides begin and end at McKee Medical Center in Loveland located at 2000 Boise Avenue starting at 6:30 a.m. The 62-mile ride will enjoy the sites of the Big Thompson River, Lon Hagler Reservoir, Carter Lake, Green Ridge Glade Reservoir, Masonville, Horsetooth Reservoir, Fort Collins, Boyd Lake, and Loveland. The 37- and 30-mile rides will complete the ride through Carter Lake and then back into Loveland. The 10-mile family/fun ride will enjoy a leisurely ride from McKee Medical Center to Boyd Lake and back.

Early is $50 for adults, $25 for ages 13-17, and $10 for children. The fee for all 10-mile riders is $10. After April 30, registration for adults will be $65, $35 for ages 13 – 17 and $15 for 12 and under. Downloadable registration forms are available at McKeeFoundation.com. 100 percent of all registration fees and sponsorship contributions will benefit Stepping Stones Adult Day Program at McKee.

The McKee Medical Center Foundation raises funds and friends for the health and wellness of the Loveland community.  We exist to make a difference in people’s lives through excellent patient care.