Rider Safety Agreement

Rider Safety Agreement

The Triple Bypass Bicycle Tour is conducted on open roads with vehicular traffic.  Roads include both marked and unmarked hazards.  Though we go to great lengths to make the ride as safe as possible, always remember that safety is in your own hands and ride by these rules:

1. Wear a helmet at all times – NO EXCEPTIONS
2. Carry ID and relevant medical information
3. Rules of the road apply; same rights and duties as the driver of any other vehicle
4. Ride single file where necessary, maximum of two abreast when conditions allow, do not impede traffic
5. Ride as far right as reasonable
6. Obey all traffic lights, signs, and regulations
7. Pass on the left only, announce “passing” or “hello” or “on your left”
8. Use hand signals to indicate road hazards, stopping, slowing, right, and left turns
9. Prepare properly – nutrition, hydration, training, and sudden changes in weather conditions
10. Respect others: riders, volunteers, host communities, motorists, pedestrians, law enforcement, and the environment

Riding safely and considerately is vital to your enjoyment and the safety of other riders.  The future of cycling events in Colorado depends on your cooperation with the rules above.

Double Triple Bypass Riders - Safety &  Cut-off Times

Sunday, July 10 Double Rider CUT-OFF TIMES and CHECK-IN: Riders are encouraged to start the ride between 5:00 a.m. and 8:00 a.m. The finish-line will be closed at 8:00 p.m. Double Riders will have cut-off times on Sunday and will not be allowed to continue as a rider of the Triple Bypass if they do not make it to an aid station by these cut off times. Double riders will also need to check-in at the following aid stations - Loveland, Georgetown, Squaw and he finish line.  If a rider is unable to make a cut off time listed below than the rider will be required to sign a consent form acknowledging that they are aware that if they choose to continue riding they are no longer supported by the Triple Bypass/Team Evergreen Bicycle Club and are riding at their own risk. 

Loveland – 2:00 p.m. Georgetown – 4:00 p.m. Squaw – 7:00 p.m. Evergreen - 8:00 p.m.

EMT and Paramedics will be positioned at each Aid Station along the route. Double riders will need to check-in at each aid station on Sunday, July 10, 2011 with Triple Bypass Staff.

There are several things to consider when deciding if it is safe to ride the second day.  You are the best resource to know if you can continue to ride since you know your body better than we do.  The following are some guidelines we have provided to help guide you.

Hydration:

You should not continue to ride if you have not had enough to drink yesterday and today.

If your urine is dark and very concentrated, you should not continue to ride.

Avoid alcohol, drink plenty of fluids and maintain electrolyte levels. 

Cramps:

If you are having problems with cramping muscles, you should not continue to ride.

If you had problems with cramping muscles on Saturday, you should not ride on Sunday.

 AMS or Acute Mountain Sickness:

Watch for signs of AMS such as:  difficulty sleeping, shortness of breath, fatigue, headache, weakness, nausea, or dizziness.  If you have symptoms of AMS, you should not continue to ride.  If you are vomiting or have a headache that does not respond to over the counter headache medications, you should descend to a lower altitude or seek medical treatment.  If you are having difficulty walking or riding due to a loss of coordination, seek medical treatment immediately.

Altered Mental Status:

Changes in mental status or ability can be caused by many conditions experienced on your ride.  If you experience any changes seek medical attention immediately.  Unfortunately it is difficult for someone to assess their own mental status when they are having problems, and they may not recognize these changes.  Often riders with a decrease in mental status continue to ride and do not seek medical attention.  It is therefore important to be aware of the riders around you, and look out for each others safety.  Altered mental status can be caused by a variety of life-threatening conditions, examples include:  electrolyte imbalances, altitude illnesses, low oxygen levels, low blood sugar levels, head injuries, hypothermia, heat stroke, and more. 

Courtsey of Venture 911 Crew.

Aid Station Open and Closing Times:

As a reminder Aid Stations open and close at the following times on Saturday, July 9 and Sunday, July 10, 2011. This information is also listed on the Triple Bypass Course Map:

Saturday, July 9, 2011 - Triple Bypass WEST

Start Evergreen                                        Open 5:00 a.m. Close 8:00 a.m.
Aid Station #1 Squaw                                Open 6:30 a.m. Close 10:00 a.m.
Aid Station #2 Georgetown                         Open 8:00 a.m. Close noon
Aid Station #3 Loveland                             Open 9:00 a.m. Close 2:00 p.m.
Aid Station #4 Summit county HS                Open 10:00 a.m.Close 4:00 p.m.
Aid Station #5 Vail                                     Open 11:00 a.m.Close 6:00 p.m.
Finish Avon                                               Open 12:30 p.m. Close 8:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 10, 2011 - Triple Bypass EAST

Start Avon                                                Open 5:00 a.m. Close 8:00 a.m.
Aid Station #1 Vail                                     Open 6:30 a.m. Close 10:00 a.m.
Aid Station #2 Frisco Nordic Center               Open 8:00 a.m. Close noon
Aid Station #3 Loveland                              Open 9:00 a.m. Close 2:00 p.m.
Aid Station #4 Georgetown Lake                   Open 10:00 a.m.Close 4:00 p.m.
Aid Station #5 Squaw                                  Open 11:00 a.m.Close 7:00 p.m.
Finish Evergreen                                         Open 12:30 p.m. Close 8:00 p.m.