2012 Ride Info

We Rode Sunday, May 6, 2012

Thanks everyone for a great ride! Photos and details coming soon. Have some ride day shots or video? Tag us on our Facebook page or send them to us! We’d love to see some.

2012 Rider Certificate

Download a PDF of your 2012 MIBR/MGF Rider Certificate of Completion here (click here). Sign it and hang it above the desk. Nice work!

MGF Results 2012

Check your 2012 MGF times here: http://www.mtecresults.com/race/show/748

See “Other Races” menu for 50 mile and other options. NOTE: These are unofficial results until we can sort out some discrepancies. If you notice anything wrong with your time, cannot find your time, or changed your route distance and it’s not reflected here – please get ahold of us! ride@ironmanbikeride.org

Bummer Alert: Stolen Bike at 2012 MIBR

We had our first ever reported stolen bicycle at this year’s Minnesota Ironman. In 45 years we have not had an issue with bike thieves. Unfortunately, nobody is immune from these lowlifes. Here is the story:

The bike was stolen at about 7:15 AM from Lakeville North High School at the check in door. The bike is a 2010 Specialized Roubaix Pro. White seat and tape, gray and see-through frame with white pin stripes. DA crank, Ultegra. Red Look pedals. Roval wheels. The bike is valued at $6000.00.

The rider filed a police report and went home without riding the Ironman. If anyone saw anything please contact us at ride@ironmanbikeride.org.

Day-of-Ride Registration Details

Join us bright and early ride day, Sunday May 6, 2012, and you can register to ride the Minnesota Ironman Bicycle Ride. Registration opens 6:30 am until 9:30 am on ride day. There is no day-of-ride registration for the MGF.

  • Adults MIBR Day-Of-Ride Registration $50
  • Youth MIBR (17 and under) Day-of-Ride Registration: $15
  • There is no day-or-ride registration for the Minnesota Gran Fondo.

Registered Rider Number Lookup

If you registered to ride the Minnesota Ironman you should receive an email Friday, April 27th entitled “Registered Rider Newsletter.” It contains good information on ride day and your Rider Number. Bring this number with you on ride morning – it’s how we expedite rider check-in at the Lakeville North High School.

Look up your rider number here: http://ironmanbikeride.org/find.php

Note to Gran Fondo riders – you don’t need to worry about the rider number. Your tag will be arriving in the mail. There is no morning check-in for MGF riders. See you at the start line.

MIBR Riders – Ride Start Details

All Minnesota Ironman riders must check-in INSIDE the high school before starting the ride. You will receive your official 2012 route map and your offical MIBR ride bracelet. You can make the final decision on which route you will ride on the morning of the ride.

  • Minnesota Ironman Check-in/Registration opens 6:30am and closes 9:30am.
  • All MIBR riders must check in/register and start their rides between 6:30 and 9:30am. Note: 100 mile riders should start no later than 8:30am.
  • Ride routes close at 5:30 pm. All riders must finish their routes by this time.

MGF Riders – Ride Start Details

See all the details on the Minnesota Gran Fondo page. No need for you to check in. Just show up at the Gran Fondo start line with your gear in order. Gun at 7:15 am for both the 50 and 100 mile routes.

What to Bring – A Rider Checklist

  • Your rider number (MIBR Riders only)
  • Your bicycle, helmet and all necessary gear and clothing. Helmets are required for all riders. Check the weather. Dress appropriately.
  • Water bottle(s), sunscreen, extra food
  • Some personal ID – which you should carry with you at all times
  • Some cash for post ride food vendors – if you want
  • Cell phone – always a good idea
  • Tire patch kit, pump, basic bike tools – if you know how to use them – always a good idea
  • Clean clothes for post ride and a towel for a shower at High School – if you want

Ride Location: Start & Finish

Start point: Lakeville North High School – All Routes
End Point: Lakeville North High School – All Routes

Lakeville, MN North High School is located at 19600 Ipava Avenue, Lakeville, MN 55044. See a {map}.

Parking Lot Map

There are thousands of riders flooding into Lakeville on ride morning. Use this parking map to find some easy parking spots.

2012 Routes

  • MIBR: 100, 68 and 30, 17 Mile Routes
  • MGF: 100 mile and 50 mile (new!)

All of our routes share the roads with motor vehicles on a quiet, Sunday morning. There is police/ sheriff support at major intersections. All riders will be given official route maps on ride morning for their chosen route. Please defer to this official ride map.

The 100 mile route is our signature century ride. With enough hills to keep it interesting and plenty of wide open spaces where riders can put their heads down and crank out the miles, the route leaves Lakeville North HS heading west to Jordan, then turns south to LeSueur, Montgomery, Lonsdale and back to Lakeville North HS. The route includes 4 indoor rest stops where riders can take a break and refuel.

The 68 mile route heads West to Jordan along with the 100 mile route. At the 22 mile mark, riders can choose between the 68 or 100 mile routes. The 68 mile route continues south through New Prague and on to the second rest stop at Lonsdale before returning to Lakeville North HS.

The 50 mile route is a Gran Fondo only route with 2 rest stops. Same start as the 100 mile route, then branches off for Lonsdale and returns to Lakeville along with the 68 and 100 mile routes.

The 30 mile route is a beauty. Watch for lakes, parks, a few good rolling hills and a very welcoming community in Lakeville. The route has two indoor rest stops. Don’t let the distance fool you, 30 miles is still a challenging distance and requires advance training for a fun ride.

The 17 mile route is a branch off of the 30 mile route. We decided we needed to give families, younger riders and anyone else who hasn’t spent as much time in the saddle another short option, and yet still make it a fun and interesting ride. There is one indoor reststop along the route where riders can refresh themselves.

NOTE: Please defer to the official ride map, given to all riders at check-in on May 6, 2012

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Rest Stops: Restrooms, Food, Drink

  • 100 & 68 mile routes: Located roughly every 25 miles
  • 50 Mile Gran Fondo Route: 1 rest stop at 30 miles (Lonsdale)
  • 30 mile route: 2 rest stops located at 9 and 18 miles
  • 17 mile route: 1 rest stop at 9 miles

Details: There will be indoor rest stops with restrooms, food, warm and cold beverages, mechanical support, medical support, sag wagons for those that have had enough, and welcoming volunteers to support those who will continue.

Food/Drink includes: Gatorade, water, coffee, oranges and bananas, Great Harvest race rolls, Breadsmith breads, Clif Bars, trail mix, candy bars, Pearson Nut Goodies + Salted Nut Rolls, and a hot dish (probably pasta) at the Lonsdale rest stop.

MGF Riders Only: There will be a tent at Lakeville High School where you can pick up a post-ride sandwich courtesy of DiLusso Deli and Cub Foods.

Ride Support & SAG Wagons

Bike Mechanical Support: Bike support is offered at the rest stops by local bicycle shops. Sag wagons will also offer basic mechanical support, or drive you to a rest stop to take care of a more serious mechanical situation.

Sag Wagon Support: Vans will patrol the route to help riders when needed. They will shuttle riders to the closest rest stop where school buses will carry riders back to the Lakeville North High school.

Police / Medical Support: Local police departments and county sheriffs are on hand to help direct traffic and protect bikers while on the route. Medical personnel are also on standby, and available at each rest stop.

Rider Safety & Responsibility

Bicycle and public safety is our highest priority. Lawful and responsible rider behavior is required to ensure that you and the over 5,000 riders are safe on community roadways shared by vehicles. Riders must share the roads with vehicles during the entire day. We appreciate every rider’s cooperation to ensure a safe ride!

Emergency: In all cases, riders should call 911 in case of emergency.

Day-of-Ride Hotline: If you need to speak to Ironman staff, there will be a day-of-ride hotline. The number will be published on the 2012 Route Map.

Weather Conditions

The MIBR is held regardless of weather. Sunshine, rain, snow, strong headwinds – the Minnesota Ironman® Bicycle Ride has been held for 45 years. That’s why it’s the original Ironman! We do not cancel the ride for weather. Please check the weather and dress appropriately for the ride. See the TCBC site for tips on dressing and prep.

After Your Ride

Upon completing your chosen route, head back to the Registration area inside Lakeville North High School to check out. This helps us make sure that everyone is safely off the road. This is also when you will pick up any merchandise you have purchased. It will be waiting for you when you finish your ride.

  • Ironman/Lakevile HS Bike Expo: Visit with bike industry leaders, bike shop owners, local ride directors
  • Shower: There are showers available at the high school for riders. Please bring a towel.
  • Massage: Massages will also be offered by AMTA Sports Massage Team at the high school. Great prices on 15 and 30 minute massages. You have earned it!
  • Food & Drink: There will be food vendors outside of the Lakeville High School. They are all managed and run by local charities. Enjoy a post ride snack and support a good cause.

Merchandise Pick-up

Your purchases will be ready and waiting for you after your ride. You must check back in at the Lakeville North High School after your ride to pick up your merchandise. We do not mail merchandise to riders. Please don’t forget it! We really want you to have this stuff.

Exchanges: If you decide you need to exchange something for another size – don’t worry about it. Everything can be sorted out on ride day after you pick up your merchandise.

Accommodations Lakeville MN

Local Businesses: Each route will pass through small towns. Riders should feel welcome to stop at businesses along the way for a cup of coffee, a snack, a restroom break, whatever you may need between official MIBR rest stops. The towns we pass through appreciate and welcome your business.

Hotels and Motels in Lakeville can be contacted through the Lakeville Visitors Bureau at 952-469-2020 or via their web site at www.visitlakeville.org. Please mention that you are with the Minnesota Ironman® Bike Ride.

Camping is possible on the grounds of Lakeville North High School on Saturday night prior to the ride.  There is no access to the school overnight however. Campers MUST stay in the upper parking area of the school. Please call us for details. Showers will be available in the High School after the ride.