Terry Anastas Tour de Quincy

EVENT ITINERARY

9:00 AMStart of 30 mile Tour de Quincy10:00 AMStart of 12 mile Tour de QuincyStart of 7 mile Family Friendly Ride10:45 AM to 2:00 PMFood is available for a free will donation1:00 PMStart of Tricycle Races2:00 PMAward Poker Run prizes.

 

EVENT DETAILS

We have a route for everyone! Routes are detailed below. This is a recreational event and is not timed.

Tour de Quincy (Poker Run) - Prizes TBDChoose between long route (30 miles) and short route (12 miles) routes.The Tour de Quincy is a poker run, which has (5) stops at local bars/restaurants: Instant Replay, Tangerine Bowl, Harrison Pub, Quincy Brewing Company, and The Dock. At event day registration, each participant will receive a Poker Run ticket, which they will present at each bar. The bar staff will stamp your ticket. Bring your stamped ticket back to The Dock for the final 5th stamp. If you have 5 stamps on your ticket, you will receive your 5 poker cards at The Dock!  The participants with the highest poker hands will win a prize!! Prizes will be announced at 2:00 PM at The Dock. Participants must be present to win. Participants using motorcycles or personal vehicles should only travel on roads (not the Bill Klingner Trail) to get to the (5) destinations. This route is on a paved surface (no gravel).7 Mile 'Family Friendly' RideA family friendly route along the Bill Klingner Trail. You'll get to experience wonderful trails that the Friends of the Trails have worked so hard to develop. Being on a dedicated bicycle lane or bike path, this route avoids vehicle traffic and is great for kids, inexperienced riders, and the whole family! This route is on a paved surface (no gravel). Click here to view the route.This route also will go by the All America Mountain Bike Park as well as the Gardner Park nature trails. Participants are welcome to ride their mountain bikes on the park and/or trails!Tricycle RaceHosted by Quincy Children's Museum, this event is open to kids (and adults) of all ages! Closed course will be in The Dock parking lot. Kids can bring their own tricycles - or - tricycles will be available at the event. Registration is only in-person on event day. In addition to tricycle race, Quincy Children's Museum is providing playground equipment for kids to enjoy

 

EVENT MERCHANDISE

All participants will receive a t-shirt. Register online prior to June 10 to guarantee your size. Event day registration will receive shirts on a first come, first serve basis. All gear will be picked up by participants at The Dock on event day (no advance race packet picket). Merchandise will also be for sale on the day of the event. 

 

FOOD

The Quincy Rotary group will be grilling and serving FREE food from 10:45 AM to 2:00 PM. Food is available to all participants AND spectators for a free will donation! 

 

VENUE

All event start & finish lines, food, merchandise sales, and the band will be located at The Dock - 1021 Bonansinga Dr, Quincy, IL 62301, (217) 223-9748. There is plenty of parking at The Dock and neighboring Kesler Park - which makes it convenient to transfer your bike to/from your vehicle!

 

REGISTRATION

To register in advance, use this website for online registration. Race day registration will also be available. Avoid the lines and register online now!

 

WEATHER & CANCELLATION POLICY

We will continue to monitor the weather and will and will reschedule or cancel this event if necessary. No refunds.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We sincerely thank you for supporting Friends of the Trails!  More information on Friends of the Trails, Bill Klingner Trail development, and donating can be found on the Friends of the Trails website and this testimonial video.

 

ABOUT

The 2024 Terry Anastas Tour de Quincy is a FUNdraising recreational bike ride! Help the Friends of the Trails raise $24,000 in 2024 - with 100% of proceeds going toward the next segments of the Bill Klingner Trail and nature trails! After the ride enjoy refreshments, FREE FOOD, and 50/50 raffle at The Dock. Please read below for all ride information, event itinerary, and maps. 

Event is named after Terry Anastas, a longtime Friends of the Trails board member and supporter of trail development in Quincy. The Terry Anastas Ultimate Ride starts and finishes at The Dock, 1021 Bonansinga Dr, Quincy, IL 62301.  Please arrive early and inspect your bicycle to ensure it is safe to ride.

 

A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!