Early registration for 2011 Community Classic Bike Tour open through Feb. 4

LOVELAND, Colo. (Feb. 1, 2011)  --- The 24th Annual Community Classic Bike 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, 2000 Boise Ave. The ride starts at 6:30 a.m.

Riders on the 62-mile route will enjoy the sight 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 riders will complete the ride through Carter Lake and then back into Loveland. The 10-mile family/fun riders will enjoy a leisurely ride from McKee Medical Center to Boyd Lake and back.

Save $15 off the regular fee of $50 if you sign up before Feb. 4 on Active.com. Entry fees after Feb. 4 through April 30 are $50 for adults, $25 for ages 13-17, and $10 for children age 12 and under. The fee for all 10-mile riders is $10. One-hundred percent of all registration fees and sponsorship contributions will benefit the Stepping Stones Adult Day Program at McKee.

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