The phrase "Charity Ride" often conjures up the following; great cause, but easy course, pretty sedate atmosphere, ill-fitting participation t-shirts, etc. The only part of this that applies to the 2013 Tour de Cure is the "Great Cause" part. From there, it's like no charity ride you've ever done.

Please be advised that Niwot Road is currently unpaved between 55th Street and 63rd Street. Paving will start next week and we anticipates to have at least one layer of new pavement in place for the holiday weekend.

Even with the new pavement down, the road will remain under construction through the end of June. Cyclists should anticipate uneven pavement, ongoing construction activity, soft shoulders and significant delays as construction crews work to complete the project.