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Sent: Sunday, June 10, 2001 8:46 PM
Subject: [obc] Rideau Lakes
I've just completed the RLCT for the10th time, and
again I must simply say, bravo to the organizers on this fantastic
event.
Every year I am amazed at how smooth the whole thing
runs. What makes it even more amazing is that it is run by
volunteers, people who give up some of their time to make this
event the success that it is. I've heard that this was
the second busiest year ever. Over 1400
were registered! The weather was near perfect, not too hot, light
winds and beautiful sunshine. A nice relief from last year!
And the beauty is, it keeps getting better!
Far from resting on their laurels, the RLCT committee is always looking for
ways to improve the tour and keep it fresh.
The new Cruise route has been a
welcome addition to those seeking a change of
scenery. I've just completed it for the first time, and it was a
real treat with low traffic, fewer cyclists, less hills and beautiful
scenery. Through out the years there has also been many smaller
improvements, like handing out the t-shirts in Kingston, small detail, but it
has made checking in on Saturday morning smoother and faster. Another
improvement that I liked this year has been the elimination of the meal
tickets, definitely less hassle. The massage therapists are also a
welcomed service, as witnessed by the long line-ups.
Again, a huge thank-you to all the volunteers, and
congratulations to Ray Burham, Rick Potter, Rosmarie Gerber and all the
members of the committee, on another wonderful Rideau Lakes.
See you next year,
Perry McKenna
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