DEATH VALLEY TALESRIDE TO CURE DIABETES

OCTOBER 2011 ISSUE 1

Details on page 9!!

Agenda

Are you Hydrating? pg.4

Explore the area! 10-11

Airport Shuttle Info

Details on page 2!!

page 3!!

GET PACKING!

DEATH VALLEY TALES

M a y 2 0 0 9 V o l u m e 1 , I s s u e 1

AIRPORT SHUTTLE INFORMATION For those taking the JDRF shuttle

This newsletter provides the details riders and guests will need for the Death Valley Ride Weekend.

Ready, set, RIDE! It is almost time for your breathtaking ride in beautiful Death Valley, CA. We will have 350 riders at the start line on

Saturday, October 15th. These riders are coming from all over the world to experience the beauty that the desert has to offer! The event is set to

be a spectacular weekend full of challenges, rewards and accomplish-ments. Throughout the past couple months, all of you have committed yourselves to training to reach your own personal fitness goal and most importantly, raising the money needed to fund the research for better

treatments and a cure for diabetes. You are already considered a hero. We look forward to seeing all of you in Death Valley, California!!! Safe riding and safe travels!

This newsletter provides details for riders and guests for the Death Valley Ride.

THURSDAY 10.13 Welcome! Upon arrival to the McCarran International Airport please proceed to the baggage claim regardless if you are traveling with carry-on or need to collect your baggage. Once you have your bags please proceed to the escalators located in between the Information Booths. The booths are located between the North and South Baggage Claim areas.

There you will find a JDRF representative who will assist you with your shuttle time and shuttle pick up location. JDRF Representatives will be on site between 9:00am and 4:45pm.

If you are having trouble locating a JDRF

representative please call Elaine Keller: 404.432.5445

Once on board, you’ll receive a boxed lunch, and be invited to sit

back, relax and hit the road.

First stop: Albertson’s / Wal-Mart in Pahrump, Nevada

where you can shop for incidentals (snacks, drinks, etc.) to

take along for the weekend as there are not too many options in

Death Valley.

SUNDAY 10.16 We will have shuttles scheduled to depart a minimum of 4 1/2 hours before flight times as lines through Vegas security on Sundays are generally long, and ticketed passengers need to be at the gate a full hour before flight time to guarantee seating. Shuttle schedules will be posted on the board outside the JDRF office.

If you have any additional questions in regards to shuttle transportation, please email

Elaine at:

ekelcem@aol.com

and put Death Valley in your subject line.

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DON’T FORGET YOUR WATER

BOTTLES! YOU ARE RIDING IN

THE DESERT!

It’s nearing time to get that gear packed in preparation for the Ride to Cure Diabetes. Below is a list of items you’re sure to need (or be extra glad to have on hand).

• *Helmet (required)

• *Biking Apparel (jersey, tights, gloves, leg and arm warmers)

• Base Layer Clothing for cool mornings

• *Bike shoes

• Windbreaker and/or Rain Gear—with reflective patches for visibility

• *Sunglasses

• Sunscreen

• 2 Water Bottles and/or Camelback drinking system

• Frame pump

• Bicycle bag, mounted under seat for tools and personal items

• Tools: spare tube(s), tire levers and patch kit

• Camera

• Bathing Suit

• *Medications needed for both on and off the course

• *Flashing red light for the back of the bike / or back of the seat

*We recommend packing these in your carry-on bag

There will be plenty of food and drink available throughout Ride Day (sandwiches, fruit, powerbars, etc.) GU Energy Gel has partnered with us once

again as our official gel sponsor of the 2011 JDRF Ride season. There will be a variety of flavors available.

We recommend that if you are used to eating certain energy bars, gels, drinks, etc. while you ride, please bring those with you in case we don't

have the same kind or flavors.

Dress Code: The dress code for the Death Valley weekend is CASUAL! Remember, you are in the desert and it will be hot, so pack accordingly!

Questions on what to pack? Email us at: ride@jdrf.org

GET PACKING!!!

Don’t forget to pack your JDRF

Jersey!!!! If you haven’t received

one yet from your local Chapter, be

sure to contact them before

leaving for Death Valley!

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CELL PHONE COVERAGE

There is basically no cell phone coverage in Death Valley.

Although our Route Producer will make sure we have all the neces-sary means of communication, we

just want to make you all

aware. It is strongly recommended bringing call-ing cards with

you should you want to make any long-distance phone calls.

No doubt about it, the Furnace Creek Ranch will make you feel welcome during your weekend stay. They have been taking care of JDRF riders for many years now, and look forward to having us back. Just a few Housekeeping Tips: • Pets are not allowed on the grounds of the Furnace Creek Ranch • Blow dryers, alarm clocks, and coffee makers are in each room • To turn on your hotel phone, you must provide a credit card to the

front desk • Cell phone service is very limited in Death Valley. You are

encouraged to bring a calling card or purchase a pre-paid card with minutes for long distance calls.

Welcoming guests since 1933, the Furnace Creek Ranch offers

accommodations in a casual, family-like setting, the perfect complement to the classic elegance of Furnace Creek Inn.

Hear the clatter of horse-drawn wagons as they roll through the Ranch and bring you back to the Old West. Stop off at the Corkscrew Saloon

for a cool drink and a game of pool. Ride a horse, take a hike or challenge your kids to a game of horseshoes. Visit the General Store

for a quick snack and some great gifts. Check out the antique stagecoaches, mining tools and steam locomotive at the

Borax Museum. As you wander around the western-themed grounds, you'll feel like

you've been transported back to the 1800's when this site was estab-lished as a working ranch. Yet, you'll enjoy the amenities of modern civilization, like quiet, recently refurbished rooms, a Golf Pro Shop, a spring-fed swimming pool, tennis courts, a children's playground and

the National Park Service Visitor's Center - which is just a stone's throw away.

Furnace Creek Ranch Highway 190

Death Valley, CA 92328

760-786-2345

www.furnacecreekresort.com

For those of you renting cars and driving, below is the directions from the Las Vegas Airport:

http://www.mapquest.com/mq/5-C2uQPepZD0BV

HYDRATE

HYDRATE

HYDRATE Novo Nordisk will be graciously donating water bottles for all

riders to assist with your hydrating throughout the week-

end. You can pick these up when you check in at the JDRF

Registration Tent! Thanks Novo Nordisk!

While this list may not be totally comprehensive it might help to remind you of some of the things to consider.

Discuss any significant travel with your health care team including adjustment for travel through several time zones. Carry extra prescriptions and their contact information with you.

In addition, you may want to ask for a letter from them that outlines your medical condition/s, the insulin (and frequency of dosage) you take, devices used, the importance of carrying medication/s with you and that your insulin pump (if used) must not be removed.

When flying across multiple time zones remember that your total insulin dosage is designed to work for about 24 hours, so if you change three or more time zones when flying across the country or overseas, you might need to adjust your injection schedule. In general, when you fly east you lost time so you may need less insulin. When you fly west you gain time, so you might need more insulin. Confirm any adjustment with your health care team in advance of your travel.

Pack twice the amount of supplies you think you need, split between 2 bags in your carry-on luggage.

Do not check these supplies with your luggage in case it is lost. Your supplies can be taken through security check points, but they must have a prescription label on them. Also, the cargo hold is not heated or insulat-ed well, so medicine and supplies can be damaged.

Compiled by Bob Hanisch MA CDE CSCS,

Ride to Cure Diabetes Coach since 1998

Exercise Physiologist and Certified Diabetes Educator

• Diabetes medical ID that you wear on you or have with you at all times.

• Hypoglycemic treatment sources, easily accessible.

• Bottles of each kind of insulin you use and syringes.

• Insulin pen(s) and cartridges.

• Insulin pump supplies, extra batteries and as backup, basal insulin with syringes.

• Make sure they have insulin basal rates and bolus rate written down in case of pump failure.

• For pump users, have a plan for converting to insulin injections if needed.

• “Cool” pack for insulin storage.

• Blood glucose meter, strips, alcohol wipes, lancet device with lancets & extra batteries.

• Urine ketone test strips that are foil wrapped.

• Glucagon emergency kit.

• Sharps container, travel-size container with lid.

Diabetes Travel Checklist For Traveling

COURSE INFORMATION

TUNE UPS: All bikes should be tuned up at a local bike shop before being transported to Death Valley, CA. Mechanics will be on hand to assemble bikes and pack the bikes, as well as for minor tweaks and emergencies. They will not be able to perform complete tune-ups. Bikes should be in great working order (brakes, shifters etc.) and should be cleaned/lubricated.

CHECK POINT distances will be noted on the map and cue sheet that you will receive at the event. They average 12-15 miles apart. Riders should plan on about 1 to 1.5 hours between check points. There will be food and drink at the check points.

TURNAROUND TIMES: To ensure that all riders complete the course by the closing time, Riders will be expected to reach checkpoint 3 by a predetermined time. This time will be addressed at the mandatory safety meeting on Friday morning. (Note: turnaround times subject to change based on weather, course conditions, etc. The volunteers at the checkpoint will notify you of any changes).

RIDERS AGES 13-17: Please remember that all Riders under the age of 18 must have an adult with them at all times on the course, no exceptions.

OPTIONAL TUNE-UP RIDE: Riders are encouraged to participate in the tune-up ride on Friday morning to check out your bike and make sure everything is working smoothly before the big day. We will have a short route that will start and end at the Furnace Creek Ranch.

DIABETIC RIDERS: Please be sure to bring extra supplies including your glucometer. Please carry your glucometer, insulin and glucose with you on the route. We do not automatically notify the course crew as to who is diabetic, but we can notify SAG vehicles and checkpoint volunteers upon your request. Please visit the JDRF office if you would like to be listed on the ride alert sheet. A “Riding with Diabetes” session will be held at 4:30 PM on Friday afternoon with JDRF SE Wisconsin Coach and Certified Diabetes Educator, Bob Hanisch along with JDRF Coach Lorne Shiff.

IMPORTANT MEDICAL INFORMATION FOR ALL RIDERS: If you have a medical condition for which we should be aware, please visit the JDRF information booth at the hotel to add your name to the ride alert sheet. Brock Ryan will be our JDRF Medical Safety Coordinator for this event and will be driving the course throughout the Ride. He will be supported by additional EMT’s and Doctors from the California area. Please be aware that your health and safety, as well as that of your fellow riders, is his utmost priority. We ask that you respect any requests made of you by Brock or any of the JDRF team on the day of the Ride. Be sure to bring extra medical supplies and prescription drugs with you if you require them. Please carry all medical supplies with you on the plane and bus – do not place them in your checked baggage.

HYDRATE! Remember to drink plenty of water and Gatorade throughout the week leading up to Death Valley including Friday and Saturday!!!!!

TOP RECRUITER

The coveted yellow jersey will be given out to our Death Valley Top Recruiter for the 2011 Ride Season. This goes to the individual who has recruited the most first time riders to participate in the Death Valley Ride.

SPIRIT JERSEY

The special polka dot jersey will be given out to the person that exemplifies the spirit of the JDRF Ride Program throughout the weekend. This jersey has been awarded to riders, coaches and volunteers in the past.

TOP FUNDRAISER

The infamous green jersey will be given out to our Top Fundraiser for the Death Valley 2011 Ride. This goes to the individual who has raised the most money by Ride Day. We ask the winner to wear it proudly while riding on Saturday.

SPECIAL JERSEYS Throughout the Ride Weekend, the following jerseys will be awarded at our awards

dinners. Be on the lookout for the yellow and green jersey on the course!

BEST YOUNG RIDER

The jersey will be given out to our best young rider on the course. Your coaches and fellow riders will be voting on this jersey. The winner of this jersey has a can-do attitude and is not afraid of trying what others consider impossible.

For those of you who raise $1,000 above your selected package minimum, you have the option to earn one of these great prizes in return for your hard work and dedication.

In order to be eligible to select one of these items, you will need to have raised an additional

$1,000 over your fundraising minimum requirement 30 days post ride.

All riders who qualify for an incentive prize will receive an email with ordering instructions approximately November 13, 2011.

We hope you will work as hard on your fundraising as you do on your training and help JDRF move faster toward better treatments and a cure for type 1 diabetes with every mile pedaled

and every dollar raised.

Apple iPod Shuffle 2GB

Trek® Bontrager Wireless Bike

JDRF Hincapie Pro Pack Backpack*

Thursday, October 13th 12:00 PM—8:00 PM Registration & Check-In at Furnace Creek Ranch 6:30-8:00 PM Welcome Reception - Outside Tent, Between Buildings 500 & 600

Friday, October 14th 6:00 – 8:30 AM Breakfast Buffet— Wrangler Steakhouse 7:-00 AM Coaches Meeting– Cafe 8:30 AM Expectations of the Ride — Outside Tent (Between Bldgs. 500 & 600) Required attendance. Admission is your signed Rules of the Road. Please bring to meeting. 9:30 AM Tune Up Ride - Staging at Start / Finish Line (Outside Building 900) 12:00 PM—6:00 PM - On Your Own for Lunch and Free time for planned excursion or to just relax. *Please note: JDRF will not be responsible for any rider who chooses to go on a recreational ride of their own. Also, there will be NO SAG support available other than during the scheduled Tune-Up Ride Friday morning & on Ride Day, Saturday.

JDRF reserves the right to alter the daily schedule.

Please visit the JDRF office for updated schedule information.

3:30—4:30PM Everything You Wanted to Know About Cycling and More! w/ Mike Clark, Mike Malekoff & Tim St.Clair: Meet at the buildings between 500 & 600 4:30 PM—6:00 PM Managing Diabetes on the Ride w/ CDE Bob Hanisch & Coach Lorne Shiff: Meet at the buildings between 500 & 600 6:30 PM—8:00 PM Pre-Ride Dinner - Tent Area Between Buildings 500 & 600 8:15 PM—8:30 PM Volunteer meeting and t-shirt distribution – dinner area

Saturday: “Ride Day”!!!!!!!!!!!! 5:00 - 6:30AM Breakfast buffet - Wrangler Steakhouse 6:30 AM Staging at the Start Line / National Anthem / Group Picture: 6:45 A.M Ride Start (subject to change) ALL DAY!!!! Celebration Party at Ride Finish Line Tent 5:00 PM Course Closes / Finish Line BBQ & Awards Ceremony: Finish Line Tent Area

Sunday, October 16th 5:00—8:00 AM: Breakfast buffet: Wrangler Steakhouse 5:30am – 12:30pm Shuttles Departs for Las Vegas Airport

(shuttle schedules will be posted outside the JDRF office door on Saturday)

2011 DEATH VALLEY RIDE WEEKEND

DEATH VALLEY EXCURSIONS

On Friday, October 14th, riders will have the opportunity to explore Death Valley in the afternoon hours. Group activities that riders and their guests may participate in are listed

below. In order for them to plan appropriately and secure group rates (if applicable), advanced reservations are required. Please note some activities have limited space, and

cancellation policies. Lastly, because we are in a desert climate, JDRF reserves the right to cancel any of the activities on the day of if temperatures are deemed too high. The deadline

to register for ALL excursions that require reservations is Monday, October 10th. Golf: The 18-hole Furnace Creek Golf Course, the world's lowest golf course at 214 feet below sea level, is an oasis championship course. This is great California desert resort golf! Club rental is availa-ble for $15 but sets are limited so you are encouraged to have your clubs transported out with your bike or on the airplane. Green fees plus cart are $25. The Ranch has blocked out tee times on 10/14 from 1-2pm. If Riders want to get specific tee times they can e-mail sprehm@xanterra.com in ad-vance and give their credit cards. If not, they can just go to the pro shop when they get here and say they are part of the JDRF group.

Horseback Riding: There will be a public ride taking place at 1pm on 10/14. Any interested Riders should contact the stables directly at info@furnacecreekstables.net. A credit card is required to hold your spot and you will be asked to pay the Ranch directly when you arrive. There is a 48 hour cancellation policy. You must arrive at the stables at 12:30. A one hour ride is $45.

Hike: Hikers will meet at 12:45 on 10/14 at the front entrance of the Ranch and will be transported by van to the start of the hiking path at Golden Canyon. The hike is approximately 3 miles in length (approximately 2 to 2.5 hours long). You should bring a bottle of water and sunscreen. There is no charge for the hike but you are welcome to tip the guide. Please note that there is a 10 person minimum to participate. If this minimum is not met, the hike will be cancelled the morning of.

Reservations are limited to 30 hikers. Please email lgrubiak@jdrf.org to sign up.

Poolside Plans: Bring a book and relax by the outdoor swimming pool that is naturally heated by warm springs that keep the temperature at a comfortable 82 degrees.

For Those Who Rent A Car: The Borax Museum, National Park Visitor’s Center, Scotty’s Castle, Artist’s Drive, Badwater and Devil’s Golf Course are close by the Ranch and offer beautiful sites in the Park. Visit the web site for other areas of the Park to visit.

Death Valley like you’ve never seen it! Drive one of their top-of-line, off-road-ready Jeep Wrangler Rubicons through the

spectacular canyons from Ubehebe Crater to the Racetrack, past historical mines, and through Badwater-the lowest area in

the country. Take your friends, family and a picnic and experience beauty and history most people only see in pictures.

To make your adventure fun and easy, they provide:

• Free planning for your sightseeing tours

• Free maps and ice chests with ice

• Driving tips & operating instructions

Their Jeeps are new, comfortable, and off-road ready:

• Automatic transmissions & Air Conditioning

• Convertible soft tops-up, down or fully enclosed

• 2-inch suspension lift

• 32-inch BFG Mud Terrain tires

Jeep Rentals through May 31, 2011 and after September 3, 2011

RATES

• 2-door full 24 hour day……….$175/Jeep

• 4-door full 24 hour day……….$195/Jeep

Located across the street from the Inn at Furnace Creek.

Contact Farabee’s Jeep Rentals at 877-970-5337 or 760-786-9872 or on

their website at www.deathvalleyjeeprentals.com

FARABEE’S JEEP RENTALS

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS WHILE TRAVELING TO DEATH VALLEY FOR

RIDE WEEKEND

Trish Patterson: JDRF Ride Staff 864.850.8996

Aly Levine: JDRF Ride Staff 201.690.6190

Elaine Keller: Airport Shuttle Information

404.432.5445 Your local JDRF Chapter Contact Be sure to get their number!

DEATH VALLEY BIKE ROOM

We are pleased to announce that the Bike

Room duties at the Death

Valley Ride will be overseen by the folks at Velo

City Cycles, a self-proclaimed

“Cool Bike Shop” in

Holland, Michi-gan and the home base of the West Michigan Ride Team. At your service in Death Valley

will be National Head Coach Mike Clark along with Jeremy “Berger” Berghorst, the Service

Manager at Velo City and a Ride to Cure veteran. Mike, Jeremy and the rest of the Velo City Crew will be on hand the entire

weekend for bike assembly and re-packing as well as any mechanical issues prior to or

during your Ride. They’ll treat your bike as if it were their own!

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!

There will be a mandatory meeting for all volunteers immediately following

dinner on Friday evening. Volunteers at the JDRF Ride to Cure are the backbone of our success. We appreciate the

willingness to chip in and lend a hand to each of the riders, ensuring that they have the time of their life. We hope that our volunteers have an equally

great time!

If you have guests planning on attending the Ride and are interested in

volunteering on the course on Saturday, be sure they can attend the Friday night volunteer meeting!

Volunteer T-shirts will be distributed at this meeting!

The JDRF Ride will be posting updates and pictures to the Ride Facebook Fan Page throughout the Death Valley weekend! Be sure to let all your friends and family (and donors!) know to follow us so they can keep up

with your progress! Below is link to the Ride to Cure Diabetes page!

https://www.facebook.com/JDRFRidetoCureDiabetes

Follow @JDRF_Ride on Twitter!

http://twitter.com/JDRF_RIDE

Add #bikeface to your Ride to Cure tweets!