XFL 2013 - Cross Florida Bike Ride

ALERT: THE XFL (Cross Florida Bike Ride) IS POSTPONED!!!

Over the last few weeks most of the bikers had to back out of this event due to scheduling conflicts, injuries, and various reasons. That drops us down to 2 people. Because of this we will attempt to reschedule this event in early 2014, probably in late February. Our sincere apologies to anyone that we may not be aware of that was planning on doing this event and is now finding out it is postponed.

POSTPONED (NEW DATE TBA - PROBABLY IN LATE FEB 2014)

2013 XFL - Cross Florida Bike Ride

Oct 26-27, 2013 (Sat - Sun) - Tarpon Springs to Coca Beach

GTD PROGRAM	SWEAT DROP RATING	COMFORT RATING	POINTS CONTEST	EVENT COST
EXERTION	5.0 (BRUTAL)	PLUSH	4.0	$195

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XFL CROSS FLORIDA BIKE RIDE

The XFL (Cross Florida Bike Ride) is a physically demanding Christ-centered biking event that covers 2 days of biking across the state of Florida. The complete coast-to-coast trek across the state is 160 miles. The XFL starts at the Gulf of Mexico in Tarpon Springs and finishes at the Atlantic Ocean in Cocoa Beach. The biking route follows county roads, state roads, highways (not the interstate), residential roads as well as the back roads of central Florida. A good portion of the scenery is beautiful rural farm land which gives the biker a feel for a more natural historical Florida. It is easy to think that you are in another state. Day 1 of the XFL is the Century Challenge (100 miles) that starts at the Gulf of Mexico and heads east towards Kissimmee, FL. Day 2 covers the remaining 60 miles to the Atlantic Ocean. We will have a daily spiritual lesson from the Bible and set aside time for personal daily devotions. This is a great event to challenge your body and spirit, overcome personal limits, and make new friends. The XFL is a GTD Public Event that is open to the general public. Everyone is welcome! Pre-trip conditioning is highly recommended. Note: For cyclists & support crews there are numerous risks involved in participating in road biking events - PARTICIPATE AT OWN RISK! CYCLISTS SHOULD CONSULT A PHYSICIAN PRIOR TO TRAINING AND BECOME FAMILIAR WITH CYCLING ON MAJOR ROADS NEXT TO TRAFFIC.

ALERT: THE XFL (Cross Florida Bike Ride) IS POSTPONED!!!

POSTPONED (NEW DATE TBA - PROBABLY IN LATE FEB 2014)


XFL - CROSS FLORIDA BIKE RIDE


TO REGISTER:	ALERT: THE XFL (Cross Florida Bike Ride) IS POSTPONED!!! Over the last few weeks most of the bikers had to back out of this event due to scheduling conflicts, injuries, and various reasons. That drops us down to 2 people. Because of this we will attempt to reschedule this event in early 2014, probably in late February. Our sincere apologies to anyone that we may not be aware of that was planning on doing this event and is now finding out it is postponed. POSTPONED (NEW DATE TBA - PROBABLY IN LATE FEB 2014)

6:30AM at Fred Howard Park - Tarpon Springs, FL
(1700 Sunset Dr, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689)

NOTE: VEHICLES CAN NOT BE LEFT OVERNIGHT AT HOWARD PARK OR IT MAY BE TOWED AT OWNER'S EXPENSE

Approximate group finish time at Alan Shepard Park in Cocoa Beach is 2pm on Sunday. We hope to be back to Clearwater by 9pm.

(Alan Shepard Park address: East end of S.R. 250, Cocoa Beach, FL 32931)

160 Miles Total

Sat = 100 Miles ("Century Ride")

Sun = 60 Miles

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CANCEL DATE:

No Cancel Date!

MIN. PEOPLE:

MAX. PEOPLE:

AGE RANGE:

ACCOMMODATIONS:

We will be staying at a hotel in Kissimmee, FL on Saturday night

- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS -

Two people per room. Each room will have 2 double beds. Participants may be able to have their own personal room if available for an additional fee (approx $25 additional).

REQUIRED WAIVERS:

[Please print & complete prior to arrival]

GTD Waiver 1

(Any participant under 18

also have parent/ guardian

sign each waiver)

PHOTO ALBUMS:

Click here

ABOUT THE ROUTE

DANGER - BIKE AT OWN RISK!

THE ROUTE: We do not bike on sidewalks. The biking route follows county roads, state roads, highways (not the interstate), residential roads as well as the back roads of central Florida. Sometimes the route has busy highway traffic. Sometimes there are no shoulders on the road. Sometimes there is road construction. Sometimes you encounter drivers who don't like to share the road. At other times you may experience very light traffic, wide shoulders, newly constructed roads with great bike lanes, and drivers that appreciate cyclists. Since we start at sunrise on the weekends the traffic is generally light for the first four or five hours. Whenever possible we opt for residential or back roads to piece the XFL route together, but sometimes the only paved road from one town to the next is a state road or highway.

ABOUT THE S.A.G. STOPS (SAG = SUPPORT AND GEAR)

There will be SAG Stops approximately every 20-30 miles. At each stop cyclist will have an opportunity to take a quick break while enjoying power snacks, carbs, sandwiches, hydration (water and gatorade), and a lot of cheering & encouragement from the SAG Crew. It's also a good time to make any mechanical adjustments. When possible we try to pick a location that is away from traffic, has shade and access to a toilet.

We are always looking for more volunteers for the SAG Crew... this is a great way to cheer our cyclists on towards the goal! Volunteers have to cover their own expenses and it usually costs the same as the cyclist price.

XFL TRAINING

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DAILY AGENDA OVERVIEW

SAT	SUN
Meet at Howard Park Welcome & Introductions Instructions, Prayer, Group Picture Dip Your Rear Tire in The Gulf of Mexico Bike 100 Miles, SAG Stops, Lunch Finish Century Ride at Park in Kissimmee Ride to Hotel; Showers Dinner at Restaurant Highlights of the Day; Impact Point Lights Out!	Wake Up Continental Breakfast Begin Biking Bike 60 Miles, SAG Stops, Lunch Finish XFL Ride at Park in Cocoa Beach Dip Your Front Tire in The Atlantic Ocean Individual & Group Pictures; Award Ceremony Impact Point Dinner at Restaurant; Drive Cross State Goodbyes

ABOUT THE MEALS

BREAKFAST: Continental breakfasts (danishes, doughnuts, cereal, etc)

LUNCH: During the bike ride there will be an assortment of fruits, snacks, and sandwiches. If you have certain snacks you need/want that we will not be providing then you are strongly encouraged to bring your own and carry it on your bike (or split it among support vehicles).

DINNER: On Sat & Sun nights we will eat out at a local restaurant (ex: Olive Garden, Chili's, Applebees). Bring money for dinner.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

Full time guides, event planning, bedding & pillows, breakfast-lunch-snacks-drinks, rental van(s), fuel, trailer(s), bike rack(s), accommodations, park entrance fees, awards, T-shirt, devotions & spiritual emphasis, a lifelong memory!

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED

Transportation to/from Starting Point, restaurant meals, any requested upgrades,

PAYMENT OPTIONS

GTD ALSO OFFERS PAYMENT PLANS

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS

GTD

1.888.697.2479

727-394-9483 (GTD Main Office - Tampa Bay area)

727-692-5296 (GTD cell phone - Doug Garner)

HOTEL

TBD

XFL - CROSS FLORIDA BIKE RIDE
GEAR	CLOTHING	TOILETRIES
MANDATORY GEAR: [ ] Quality Bike [ ] Official Biking Helmet [ ] Biking Shoes (if needed) [ ] 2 Extra Inner Tubes [ ] 2 Water Bottles [ ] Sunglasses [ ] Sun Screen / Lip Balm [ ] 2 Plastic Bags (wet clothes) [ ] 2 Zip-Lock Bags (very handy) (if needed) [ ] Necessary Meds (if needed) [ ] SIGNED GTD WAIVER 1 OPTIONAL GEAR: [ ] Portable Tire Pump [ ] Portable Tire Changing Kit [ ] Portable Basic Bike Tool Kit [ ] Camera [ ] Favorite Snacks / Energy Food	GENERAL CLOTHING: Bring proper amount of clothes. Use the list below as needed. [ ] Biking Shorts [ ] Biking Shirts [ ] Restaurant Clothes [ ] Casual Shorts [ ] Casual Shirts [ ] Sweatshirt [ ] Seasonal Jacket [ ] Active Wear Pants / Jeans [ ] Tennis Shoes [ ] Sandals / Flip Flops [ ] Shade Hat [ ] Swimsuit(s) & Towel [ ] Socks [ ] Underwear [ ] Poncho / Rain Jacket
DON'T BRING: Jewelry - or - Valuables



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