Limestone Cycling Tour September 15th

Here is the press release:


The 10th Annual LIMESTONE CYCLING TOUR (LCT) will be September 15th beginning in Maysville, KY.

A few changes have been made this year and the planning committee is excited to share the news with you! LCT was chosen to be one of five partner rides in the state to be included in the Kentucky Century/Cycling Challenge for 2018.

Cycling enthusiasts can earn a special cycling jersey if they participate in the five rides.

The Maysville-Mason County Tourism Office and the Mason County Fiscal Court are sponsors of the Kentucky Century/Cycling Challenge. For more information on the Kentucky Century/Cycling Challenge visit their website at: http://www.kycyclingchallenges.com/.

Once again there will be four supported routes offered including a 25 and 40-mile loop, a 62 mile - Metric Century and a challenging 100 mile – Century.

All four routes will begin at Limestone Landing in downtown Maysville traveling west on Rt. 8 along the Ohio River. Cyclists will be guided by route markings, use phone apps for map guidance, and have rest stops along the way.

The Century route travels through Minerva, Augusta, Germantown, Old Washington, Mays Lick and Orangeburg before returning to downtown Maysville after climbing nearly 6100 ft during the route. All four routes can be viewed on their website: www.limestonecyclingtour.com. (routes subject to slight changes due to road conditions)

This annual charity bike ride, LIMESTONE CYCLING TOUR was formerly known as ‘A Ride to Remember’. The 2009 inaugural ride was created by a cyclist in memory of his friend Zach who was an avid cyclist. The name of the ride has changed with the ride growing each year, but the cause remains the same. Proceeds raised after expenses are donated to the Zachary Ruble Memorial Scholarship Fund administered by the Hayswood Foundation in Maysville, KY where Mason County HS seniors can apply for a renewable 4-year partial scholarship.

Motorists should watch for extra cyclists on September 15th and be cautious every day giving them 3 feet or more space while passing in a safe zone. It is the law in Kentucky and remember to please SHARE THE ROAD!

Pet owners along the routes posted on their website are asked to please keep them restrained on September 15th to assist in a safer environment.

Organizers of the event greatly appreciate the support of its sponsors and donations received. If you would like more information about the LIMESTONE CYCLING TOUR, are interested in registering or volunteering for the event, please visit their website at: www.limestonecyclingtour.com or send an email to: info@limestonecyclingtour.com.

You can also follow LCT on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter from links on their website. The community is invited to welcome back the cyclists at Limestone Landing while listening to some local musicians from approximately 2pm – 6pm.