 600 Miles.
120 World-Class Riders.
6 Days. 1 State.
TOUR OF MISSOURI
September 11-16, 2007
www.tourofmissouri.com
Join the excitement when the Tour of Missouri rolls through Clinton this fall. Take part in one or all of the many activities planned around race day, then head to historic downtown on Wednesday, September 12, for the 11 a.m. start of the second stage of the race.
See you in Clinton – where the lake meets the trail! For more information, call the Clinton Convention & Visitors Bureau at 660-885-2123. [View Press Release]
Sample the city with the “Tour of Clinton” – September 8
Individuals and families alike won’t want to miss the “Tour of Clinton” on Saturday, September 8. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., folks can pedal their way to 10 points of interest around the city, starting and ending at the Henry County Library. Stops include the historic downtown square, Artesian Park and the Katy Trail.
Each person who registers receives a commemorative name badge, and everyone who completes the tour receives a water bottle and a spot in the VIP viewing section for the second-day Tour of Missouri start on Wednesday, September 12. A nominal registration fee applies.
Tour of Clinton Registration Form (Word Document) (PDF)
A little music, a little food and a whole lot of fun – September 11
Clinton is throwing a party, and everyone is invited! You’re welcome to join folks from throughout the community for “Tunes, Treats and Trikes” on Tuesday, September 11.
From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. the Henry County Courthouse grounds in historic downtown Clinton will host food booths, activities, music and a bicycle rodeo for children with a helmet giveaway courtesy of the Clinton Police Department and the Sunrise Optimists. Plus, local celebrities will race to the finish in a decidedly unique way ... May the best cyclist win! The activities are free and for one night only. Don’t miss it!
Enjoy breakfast on the Katy – September 12
As the starting point of the longest rail-trail in the country, Clinton welcomes cyclists each year from across the world who are determined to “conquer the Katy” – the Katy Trail, that is.
On September 12, the second day of the Tour of Missouri, cycling enthusiasts can get a taste of the Katy Trail – and a delicious continental breakfast – before heading to the historic downtown square by race time. Breakfast will be served from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., with the race set to begin at 11 a.m. Each participant who registers will receive a goody bag courtesy of the Clinton Convention & Visitors Bureau. The activity is free for anyone who wants to get rolling – literally – before the second stage of the Tour begins. |
