Tour du Rouge

Join us for the third annual Tour du Rouge from the Bayou City to the Crescent City, May 6-11, 2012. Last year's ride was a huge success and we've made changes to improve it.

This six-day, push-your-limits ride along the Gulf Coast is limited to 150 riders in 2012. But it isn't all hard work. Each night you will enjoy good food and great entertainment with your fellow riders.

Not enough time for the whole six-day Tour?  Join our Louisiana One-Day Ride from Gonzales to New Orleans on Friday, May 11, 2012.  Learn more about it; registration opens soon.



Your participation in the Tour du Rouge supports American Red Cross Chapters along the Gulf Coast from Houston to New Orleans. You can designate support to the Louisiana Capital Area Chapter.

As you ride along the Gulf Coast, you will have the satisfaction of knowing you are helping your neighbors by making life better in these communities.

Tour Details
  • Ride Dates: May 6 - 11, 2012
  • 526 miles total, average ride of 88 miles per day
  • Rest Stops every 20-25 miles
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks provided
  • Evening entertainment and educational content
  • Double occupancy motel accommodations provided
  • Fully Supported with SAG vehicles, Mechanical and First Aid Support
  • Bus trip back to Houston provided
  • Bicycle transport back to Houston provided
  • Limited to 150 riders

 

Requirements for One-Day Riders

Nonrefundable registration fee: $25
Minimum Fundraising requirement: $100
Personal fundraising website will be provided
Fundraising support and guidance will be provided
Experienced Rider should be able to ride 80 miles at 15 mph average including stops

The Cause
  • The American Red Cross provides emergency assistance when people are forced from their homes by fires, floods or other disasters.
  • Military families stay connected through American Red Cross Emergency Communication.
  • American Red Cross CPR and First Aid courses teach people to save a life, while American Red Cross swim lessons help protect our children's lives.
  • The vast majority of these services are provided by our trained and dedicated volunteers, the heart of the American Red Cross. The American Red Cross is neighbors helping neighbors.
  • The American Red Cross is not a government agency and receives its financial support through donations from the American public.

     

    Tour Itinerary
    Saturday, May 5 Send Off Party in Houston  
    Sunday, May 6  Houston to Beaumont 88 miles
    Monday, May 7 Beaumont to Sulphur 92 miles
    Tuesday, May 8 Sulphur to Abbeville 103 miles
    Wednesday, May 9 Abbeville to Morgan City 77 miles
    Thursday, May 10 Morgan City to Gonzales 85 miles
    Friday, May 11 Gonzales to New Orleans 81 miles
    Friday PM Victory Party in New Orleans  
    Saturday, May 12 Bus return to Houston  
    Weekend Optional stay in New Orleans  

     

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