Holy Toledo, Batman!
Join us for HBA's weekend overnight ride to Toledo, IA. The route is from West Willow Elementary School in Cedar Rapids to the Super 8 in Toledo. The route is relatively flat and is approximately 51 miles.
The ride starts Saturday, June 8th, at 8:00 AM, West Willow Elementary School (1st Ave SW at Stoney Point Road). We will return to the same location on Sunday. Overnight parking will be available.
Helmets are required to be worn by all riders.
Registration is online and limited to 40 riders.
The fee for the ride is $40.
REGISTER BY MONDAY, JUNE 3RD.
Accommodations
Overnight accommodations are available at the Super 8 Motel in Toledo. For the block rate, contact the Toledo hotel directly. (641)484-5888 under the name of HBA. We have
10 rooms with 2 queen beds @ $80 plus tax
8 rooms with 1 queen bed @ $75 plus tax
When you reserve a room, mention the block (HBA) and provide your name and credit card information. If the block fills before Memorial Day, contact Lynn Tiemann lktmann@gmail.com to see if more rooms can be added.
Each room has a microwave and mini-fridge. Free light breakfast from 6 - 9 AM.
Another option is Designer Inn & Suites, several doors down from the Super 8. Rooms have not been blocked here. Phone: (641) 484-5678.
You will need to make your own motel reservations at either motel.
Support
Sag service will be provided by HBA. Gear will be hauled to and from Toledo by HBA. One duffle bag and one bag chair per rider, please.
Rest stops along the way will provide drinks, fruit, snacks and there will be a lunch stop each day, provided by HBA.
Lunch on Saturday will be served at the park in Elberon. Sandwiches and salads will be catered by Shelly's Sweets in Newhall. The club will also provide cookies and chips.
Please email diane.l.bradford2@gmail.com with your sandwich and salad selections.
Sandwich choices:
- Ham
- Turkey
- Roast Beef
- Veggie
- Egg Salad
Salad choices:
- Macaroni Salad
- Potato Salad
- Cottage Cheese
- Cole Slaw
The Saturday evening meal is on your own. There are several restaurants within easy walking distance from the motels.
Some of the towns along the route have convenience stores.
