07.19.11 - The 43rd edition of the Tour de l’Abitibi/Coupe des Nations popular bike ride was a success!

AMOS (July 18, 2011) - The 43rd edition of the Tour de l’Abitibi/Coupe des Nations popular bike ride was held tonight! This event, which followed the presentation of the cyclists, allowed citizens to cycle through the urban circuit with cyclists from everywhere in the world.

The Tour de l’Abitibi/Coupe des Nations organization proceeded with the opening ceremony by presenting the 23 teams on the stage situated at the finish line on 1st West Avenue, in Amos. The mayor then launched the popular bike ride were everyone was invited to cycle through the 5 km circuit that will be used by the cyclists during the week. The 300 persons present for the event organized by Vélo Cité were joined by most of the cyclists from the Tour.

The weather was nice and refreshments were offered to the participants at the finish line. The event
attracted people of all ages and aroused a contagious excitement that lets us believe that the 2011 edition will be a success.

To ensure everyone’s safety, the Sureté du Québec and many volunteers were along the circuit to close streets and redirect traffic. In short, the citizens forming tonight’s peloton had a lot of fun living a unique experience. We want to mention that the Restaurant Suco, which is on 1st West Avenue, will be the finish line for the stages of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning.

The organization committee wishes to see you around to cheer the cyclists from July 19 to July 24.

For information:
Stéphanie Richard
Communication officer
Tour cycliste de l’Abitibi Inc.
Email: courrier@tourabitibi.qc.ca
Telephone: (819) 444-7058