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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is there a fee to ride?
Yes. There is a registration fee and a minimum donation required to participate in the Trek.
Registration Fee: There is a $25 Early Bird Registration Fee (if you register prior to May 31, 2012), or a $35 Registration Fee after May 31, 2012.
Minimum Donation: The minimum donation for the ride is $450, in addition to the registration fee. Please note the minimum donation fee is due by Friday, August 24, 2012.
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How do I register?
You can register online or by mail.
Online registration is not yet available – we will post the link to online registration as soon as it is available.
To register, download the 2012 ETBT Registration Form and fax it with a credit card number to (916) 444-6661 or mail it or drop it by our office with a check or credit card number to:
Breathe California of Sacramento-Emigrant Trails
909 12th Street, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95814
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What happens after I register?
Once you register, you will receive a registration confirmation e-mail. You will also receive a follow-up welcome email containing your Trekker Number and tools to help you start fundraising. Also, you can log in by clicking the "Rider Login" button in the navigation bar to the left and set up your personal fundraising page.
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How do I turn in my donations?
If you receive offline donations, you can log into your personal fundraising page and enter them online. Then please stop by or send them in to our office at:
Breathe California of Sacramento-Emigrant Trails
909 12th Street, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95814
Please submit your donations as you receive them. Offline donations will not show on your progress page until we confirm them at the office. Be sure to include your name and/or Trekker number somewhere on the donations.
If possible, please do not mail cash. Breathe California will not be responsible for any donations lost in the mail.
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What does the money I raise support?
We are happy to share that 100% of the donations you raise go to our local programs in support of our mission of clean air, healthy lungs and a tobacco-free future. For example, your fundraising supports our Asthma Collaborative, which helps thousands in this region and the world who suffer from asthma. To date, we have printed and distributed over 30,000 copies of “Your Asthma Book” to over 40 countries. Many more copies have been downloaded from our website. Your donations also help supply vital information to the public through the Air Quality Index Activity Chart, which shows the appropriate levels of outdoor activity during poor air quality days. In addition, through our Thumbs Up! Thumbs Down! Program, 50 youth reviewers review the top 10 box office movies each week for tobacco content and maintain the most comprehensive database on the subject in the world. For information on all the programs you are supporting, visit www.sacbreathe.org.
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Where will the 2012 ETBT take place?
The 2012 ETBT will stage out of the Petaluma KOA in Petaluma, CA. Trekkers will enjoy three days of riding scenic roads (improved routes!) in Sonoma and Marin Counties.
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What is a team?
A team consists of 5 or more people. It can be your friends, family or co-workers or a combination. Each team has a Team Captain, who is invited to two free Team Captain Breakfasts, receives a team photo, and more. If you are interested in creating a team, you can either indicate it on your registration form when you register, or contact Judy Bruguier at (916) 444-5900 ext. 209 or judyb@sacbreathe.org. Please visit the "Teams" page for more information.
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What is the minimum age to ride?
The minimum age to participate is 13. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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What level rider do I need to be to ride?
The ETBT has all levels of cyclists, from beginners to advanced. Each day on the ride there will be various route options to choose from that accommodate all levels.
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How many miles will I be riding?
Route maps and information will be posted when they are available.
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Do I have to wear a helmet?
In accordance with safety and the law, you are required to wear a helmet while riding as a part of the ETBT.
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What type of bike should I bring?
We recommend a road bike since ETBT routes are on paved roads. If you have a mountain bike, we highly recommend slick tires.
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Is this event a race?
No. This ride is not a race. Cyclists travel at their own pace – cycle, walk, or catch a ride with our on-road support team over challenging climbs and through stunning scenery.
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What kind of support will there be on the road?
The ETBT is very well supported. We have several SAG (Support and Gear) vehicles riding the route the whole time you are on the road to help you if you have problems with your bike or need a ride to the next stop or back in to camp. There are also fully stocked Rest Stops every 10-15 miles to help you re-fuel. There are Bike Mechanics available to help with any other bike problems you may have. The route is also supported by American Medical Response, a Communications Team, and the CHP.
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What time does the event start on Friday morning?
Registration usually takes place between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. on Friday with take-off starting around 9 a.m. The official start time will be posted as soon as it is available.
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Can I arrive/camp the night before the Trek starts?
Yes, you can arrive and camp on Thursday night. Trekkers wishing to arrive early and camp Thursday night are required to pre-register with Breathe California and pre-pay a nominal $20 per person fee (covers the cost of camping and breakfast on Friday morning).
The Thursday Night Camping Registration Form will be posted as soon as it is available.
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Can I bring an RV?
Yes. However, you are responsible for the additional cost and making your own reservations. To make a reservation, call the Petaluma KOA at (707) 763-1492. Make sure to tell them you are with the Breathe California Emigrant Trails Bike Trek! DO NOT MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS ONLINE!
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Can I stay off-site?
Yes, if you do not want to camp, you can stay elsewhere, but you are responsible for arranging your own outside lodging. For liability purposes, even if you are staying elsewhere, we require that you check in and out of camp with the Trekker Check-in volunteers when you go out on the route in the morning and finish in the afternoon.
There are numerous hotels within driving distance but not walking distance to the KOA Campground. You might want to consider renting one of the Kabins or Lodges within the campground. To inquire about these, call the Petaluma KOA at (707) 763-1492. Make sure to tell them you are with the Breathe California Emigrant Trails Bike Trek! DO NOT MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS ONLINE!
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Can I bring a guest?
Yes, you can bring a guest, but they are not allowed to ride as a part of the Trek for liability reasons.
The Camp Guest Form and Camp Guest Policy will be posted as soon as they are available.
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What if I need to leave early/arrive late?
If you need to arrive to the Trek late or leave the Trek early, please make sure to check-in/check-out at Trek Central (the main information hub on the Trek) so they know whether or not you will be cycling that day for liability purposes.
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What if I find out I can’t go on the Trek?
If you find out that you can’t go on the Trek, please notify Breathe California as soon as possible, so that we can have an accurate number count. Please note that registration fees and donations are non-refundable.
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When are the volunteer orientations?
There will be a Support Volunteer Orientation as well as a General Volunteer Orientation. SAG, mechanics, communications, medical, rest stop, and water stop volunteers should attend the Support Volunteer Orientation. General volunteers, snacks, photographers, massage, and Trekker check-in volunteers should attend the General Volunteer Orientation.
The dates and times have not yet been determined, but the information will be posted as soon as it is available. Both will take place in the Breathe California conference room.
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When are the training rides?
Training rides are open to registered Trekkers and their guests. RSVP's for the training rides are required (so that we can make sure to have the proper support and rest stop supplies). Trekkers will be notified via email close to the training ride dates. Upon receiving an RSVP, staff will send out directions to the start.
The training ride dates have not yet been determined. We will post the dates as soon as they are available.
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