TIPS

Chester bridge
Be sure to use caution when crossing the Mississippi River bridge to Chester, Ill.

Tips for Cyclists

For safety, all riders MUST wear helmets.
Try to get some rides in before Tour de Grape. Both days of the tour have hills, with the first having some signficant climbs. If you live in the St. Louis area, we suggest riding on some Trailnet Bicycle Fun Club rides and the Gateway Council of Hostelling International's Tour de Stooges before riding Tour de Grape.
Tour de Grape will run rain or shine and would only be cancelled if very severe weather such as a tornado occurs.
Follow bikers' etiquette and ride no more than two abreast. In heavy traffic, you need to ride single file.
SAG support will be provided to help you if you have bike trouble, but be sure to check your bike before you arrive so that it is in top condition.
First Aid will be available at all rest stops and REACT volunteers will coordinate any safety or health issues with local officials.
Riders must store their bikes at their overnight accommodations and make their own transportation arrangements between Farmington and Ste. Genevieve.
Some highways are truck routes. Be aware of trucks passing and crossing over highways.
Riders are welcome to visit tourist attractions on the route, but please, do not wear cleats inside buildings.
Local Bed and Breakfasts book early so reservations need to be made several months in advance.
Mesa Cycles of St. Louis and other volunteers will be providing SAG service both days of the ride. SAG support will end at 4 p.m. both days. Rides will be available for people unable to complete the ride.