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Ride Information

 
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71, 42, 29, 18 & 8 miles
Rest Stops less than 10 miles apart
Full SAG support -- all routes monitored by TxDPS, with local Sheriff & Police assistance
 You are not "alone" after you leave the Start Area !
 

All routes are on peaceful farm-to-market paved rural roads, and lightly traveled, full-shouldered, state highways. The hills are gently rolling, the scenery is beautiful, and the local folks are just plain friendly.

Frequent rest stops are well-stocked with frozen peaches, homebaked cookies, popsicles, peanuts and fresh fruit. Also water and sports drinks.  The Melon Patch Tour is well known for its rest stops.

All-you-can-eat watermelon and ice cream bars at the Finish Line !

Drawings are available at each rest stop for hundreds of prizes.

The De Leon Study Club will be serving a Spaghetti Lunch at the finish area.
11 AM to 2 PM.       Adults $6     10 and under $3.

Pre-registration entry forms must be postmarked by July 30, 2003.
Ride Day registration will be available at the start area on Friday evening:
3 PM until 10 PM
and will reopen at 6:30 AM on Saturday morning.

START TIME:   8:00 AM
NO LATE STARTS AFTER 8:45 AM
ALL ROUTES CLOSE AT 2:00 PM

 
Rules

  • Helmets are required for all riders.

  • You are required by law to abide by all traffic laws throughout the ride.

  • Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Riders under 18 must have the entry form and waiver of liability signed by a parent or guardian.

  • The officials of the Melon Patch Tour reserve the right to adjust starting times and routes, remove riders, and cancel or combine events.

Showers will be available near the Finish Area...
So you can refresh and stay to enjoy the rest of the great De Leon festivities.
>>>>   BRING A TOWEL   <<<<
 

  
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