EVENT INFORMATION
C4S
PROMISES TO BE A MEMORABLE EVENT FOR RIDERS!
We genuinely appreciate cyclists coming out to support the Symphony. We can promise
some of the most stunning scenery in the Rockies, exceptional support, great camaraderie,
plenty of good food and a fabulous Finish Line Party.
REGISTRATION
Register starting Friday, May 13, 2011, either online or by mail or fax. We’ll take
only the first 300 riders and issue numbers in the order you register. Sign up early
for a low number and to guarantee your place in the pack!
REGISTER TO RIDE
RIDE ROUTE
Take your pick of options to ride 25, 57, 85 or the full 119 miles. You must specify
a distance on your Registration Form; however, you have the option to change that
distance when you check in.
START LOCATIONS
The distance you choose will determine your start location.
- 119 miles: Philipsburg, Winninghoff Park, West Stockton Street
- 85 miles: Drummond, Drummond High School, 108 West Edwards
- 57 miles: Deer Lodge, Old Montana Prison Museum, 1106 Main Street
- 25 miles: Anaconda, Washoe Park, West Pennsylvania Street
Note: Riders who choose to ride the shorter distances
must arrange their own transportation to reach the start points in Drummond, Deer
Lodge or Anaconda, and to pick up their vehicles after the ride.
ON-SITE CHECK-IN
Take your pick of two options:
- Friday, August 19, 5-7 pm: Check in at Winninghoff Park, West Stockton Street, Philipsburg
- Saturday, August 20: Check in at your starting point according to the following
schedule:
- Philipsburg, 5:30-8 am, Winninghoff Park, West Stockton Street
- Drummond, 8:30-10 am, Drummond High School, 108 West Edwards
- Deer Lodge, 10:30 am-1 pm, Old Montana Prison Museum, 1106 Main Street
- Anaconda, 12:30-2 pm, Washoe Park, West Pennsylvania Street
OFFICIAL START AND COURSE CLOSE
- Start: 6:30-8 am, Philipsburg
- Close: 6:30 pm
Note: Riders starting in locations other than Philipsburg
may start as soon as they check in.
RULES OF THE ROAD
Click
here
for the official C4S Rules of the Road
FOOD
C4S
will keep you fed, watered and comfortable with stops along the way.
- Start, Philipsburg: Continental breakfast of fresh fruit, bagels and coffee
- Mile 27, Drummond: Hot breakfast provided by the Drummond High School Junior class
- Mile 62, Deer Lodge: Sack lunch served in the Old Montana Prison Museum exercise
yard. If you're looking for fun stuff to do after the ride check out Powell County Museum and Arts Foundation.
- Mile 94, Anaconda: Energy stop in Washoe Park with fruit, sweets and beverages
FINISH LINE PARTY
Join us starting at 4:30 pm for a triumphant celebration with a hot BBQ, cold brews,
and beverages.
SUPPORT
C4S
will provide the service and support you and your bicycle need, with plenty of signage
plus a team comprised of a SAG wagon, first aid stations, ride-along mechanics and
motorcycle escorts.
FUNDRAISING
Riders must turn in a minimum of $50 in donations by Monday, August
15. If you do not want to solicit donations, you have the option of making
the donation yourself when you check in. Every rider must raise their own $50 minimum.
But don’t stop there: We’ll award prizes for top fundraising
efforts. We encourage all riders to raise as much money as possible to support the
Missoula Symphony Orchestra and Chorale. To say “Thank You” to those who make a
special effort, we will award the following prizes:
- $500-$999: A distinctive and cool
C4S jersey
- $1,000 or more: A distinctive and cool
C4S jersey PLUS
early registration for the 3rd Annual C4S
- Top Fundraiser: A distinctive and cool
C4S jersey PLUS
early registration for the 3rd Annual C4S and your choice of two fantastic packages!
We’ll help you get pledges and donations with our fundraising materials.
Mail donations to the Missoula Symphony Association. You
should collect donations prior to the ride and mail them to the Missoula Symphony
Association at the address below. We’ll also accept donations at the pre-ride check-in
in Philipsburg (or any time); however, even if you’ve raised $500 or more, we cannot
guarantee you’ll receive your jersey until after August 22, 2011.
Missoula Symphony Association C4S
P.O. Box 8301
Missoula, MT 59807
Raise donations and pledges online with a personal fundraising page.
Create a personal fundraising page to make it easy for friends, family and business
associates to donate. Set your own goal and track your donation progress. Not only
is it quick and easy, but surveys show you can raise even more money online.. All
riders must create their own fundraising page. Couples cannot share a page, and
donations are not transferable.
Go to
website and click the GET STARTED button. In less than
10 minutes, you’ll have a customized page and URL you can email your network.
PHOTOGRAPHY
A professional photographer will handle rider photography during the event.
SAFETY & TRAINING
All riders are required to wear an ANSI-approved helmet. See the following for more
information on safety and training:
LODGING IN PHILIPSBURG
Quigley Cottage Bed & Breakfast
418 West Broadway Street
Philipsburg, MT
406.859.3812
Broadway Hotel
103 West Broadway
Philipsburg, MT
406.859.8000
Burg Motel-Inn at Philipsburg
*
West Broadway Street
Philipsburg, MT
406.859.3959
*Motel plus tent camping and RV park
Big Horn Bed & Breakfast
805 Upper Rock Creek Rd
Philipsburg, MT
406.859.3109
Boulder Creek Lodge
Philipsburg, MT
406.859.3190
Moose Lake Lodge
1165 Moose Lake Road
Philipsburg, MT
406.859.3062
Altoona Ridge Lodge
185 Altoona Lakes Road
Maxville/Philipsburg, MT
406.493.6810
Snookies
102 North Montgomery Street
Philipsburg, MT
406.859.2004
CAMPGROUNDS
A number of U.S. Forest Service campgrounds and cabins are available near Philipsburg.
For further information, contact the Ranger Station in Philipsburg at 406.859.3211.
Also the Burg Motel-Inn above offers tent camping and an RV park.